September - October 2024
Volume 25, Number 3
COMPLIMENTARY
Sponsored in part by Beaver County Office on Aging
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also included a “TV show songs” contest and raffles for gift baskets. This year, BCOA added something new to its list of services for caregivers: an online educational library platform called Trualta, which offers caregiving education by providing articles, videos and support groups for any topic, disease or caregiving-related issues. Attendees were given a demonstration and an opportunity to sign up for free. BCOA Care Managers celebrate CSP caregivers at Roaring 20s-themed event.
By Gina Mazza The Roaring 20s was the theme of the 20th annual Caregiver Appreciation event for the Beaver County Office on Aging’s Caregiver Support Program. The gala took place on June 26 at Monaca Turners. The hall was decked out in black and gold and featured a fun photo booth with props reminiscent of the 1920s. The event provided an opportunity to recognize and honor caregivers, and for caregivers to meet and support each other. The goal of the CSP program is to provide financial reimbursement, emotional and educational support to caregivers in the community so they can continue to care for their loved ones at home. Some of the caregivers in the program are car-
ing for or raising grandchildren. Others are caring for a spouse or parent. Either way, the program strives to support them. Dr. Tod Marion, a psychologist, the keynote speaker, discussed ways to deal with caregiver stress. Each caregiver was recognized by their care manager and presented with a book on caregiving, gift cards to Eat ‘n Park and other items. Entertainment was provided by singer Tiffani Eckhart, who lit up the room with old-time songs that had attendees humming along. A buffet included baked chicken, rigatoni with meatballs, rolls, parsley potatoes, steamed vegetables, meat trays, perogies and cake from Kretchmar’s Bakery in Beaver. The day’s agenda
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About CSP If you’re a caregiver of an older adult, or grandparent (relative) 55 and older, as primary caregiver of children under the age of 18, you may qualify for this program. Call the Office on Aging to find out if your caregiving expenses can be reimbursed. Financial reimbursement may be provided for out-of-pocket caregiving expenses, such as personal care services, supplies, assistive devices, school supplies, summer camp or home modifications. Total household income determines the specific percentage of monthly reimbursement. To learn more about the Caregiver Support Program, call the Office on Aging at (724) 847-2262 or email csp@bcoa.us.
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