Keep Intouch Monthly Newsletter - Volume 5

Dear Sarah Letters
“for Seniors by Seniors”
Dear Sarah,
I was happily married for forty some years to a wonderful man. I ran the home and he ran
the shop. We retired four years ago and two years later; he had a heart attack and passed
away. We had planned to enjoy retirement together. We always seemed to have many little perks and we
somehow managed to put away a small nest egg that we thought would carry us through.
However, that money that was supposed to bring us joy is now paying for my health care, as well as my every
day needs like food, heat, and clothing; not to mention the sickeningly high taxes on my home. Overall my health
is pretty good and the doctor say’s I’ll likely live for another ten years. But how do I do that with money that
looks as if it will barely last until the end of this year. I find myself getting very depressed and I find my thoughts
wandering to very scary places.
I really need help!
Yours truly,
Millie
Dear Millie,
I know that you lost your husband a few years ago, but grief has its own timetable. Respect your own. I know
that for myself, grieving was something I tried on my own, but had to reach out. There is no shame in reaching
out. Instead, another ear is helpful to sort all the loss and the anger. As for the rest, there is help for the asking.
Remember that these agencies were created because our society recognizes that our older citizens have
contributed to our fine land and now it is payback time. So, make the phone call to the State Office for the Aging
Senior Citizens. I’ve provided that hotline number on the next page.
Yes, you may have to be a little patient perhaps, but hang in there. Remember that in addition to finding solutions
for yourself, you will be a valuable resource for someone else. There is also help within our own community.
Take a look at the sponsors on the back page that are offering you a 10% discount on the products and services
that you need. Every little bit helps!
And don’t forget to get back to me. I can use your discoveries, too.
Sincerely,
Sarah
To sponsor in this Monthly Letter, call: 516-216-4277
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April 2007, Volume 5
TO WRITE TO SARAH, SEND YOUR LETTERS TO:
Keeping Intouch
c/o Be Safe At Home, Inc.
675 Horseshoe Drive, Cutchogue NY 11935
We at Be Safe At Home and Keeping Intouch are dedicated to helping Seniors live comfortably,
independently and safely in their own homes. To further assist you I am providing a list of
valuable resources, please save this information for future reference. The staff is highly skilled
and committed to the enrichment of older people’s lives.
Your Friend,
Sarah
Nassau County Senior Citizens Affairs
Help-Line (516) 227-8900
Adult Protective Services
Intake-Line (516) 227-8389
New York State Office for the Aging
Senior Citizen Hotline
(718) 478-7171
Suffolk County Office for Aging
Senior Citizen Hotline
(631) 853-8200
Our local florist, gift shop and friend!
Michael Scala, owner of Blooming Dreams is a proud sponsor and friend of “Keeping Intouch” and
of seniors in our local community. His caring staff and commitment to high quality service is as
fresh as the floral arrangements they design. But flowers aren’t the only offerings in this quaint little
shop; their line up also includes plants, gifts, fruit & gourmet gift baskets for all occassions. Coming
again this summer you can enjoy their fresh locally grown tomatoes, corn and other vegetables.
But until then, if we have a late season snow fall, they also provide snow removal as part of their
line of specialty services. Stop by and see the smiling faces of Mike and his dedicated staff at
423 Central Ave, Bethpage, call 516-933-8696 or order online at www.bloomingdreamsflorist.com.
Seniors, don’t forget to tell them that Keeping Intouch sent you to receive your 10% discount….
The Personal Emergency Response System (shown at left), is just one of the many
services available on a sliding fee scale to seniors in Bethpage. Thanks to the support
by local merchants (listed on the next page), we’re able to continue to provide this and
many other in-home, non-medical services in a way that is affordable to all seniors. In
addition, seniors are able to take advantage of savings on a daily basis at participating
sponsor locations when they present this publication at the time of purchase. For more
details, call us at: 516-216-4277 or visit us at www.besafeathome.org
To sponsor in this Monthly Letter, call: 516-216-4277
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April 2007, Volume 5
10% DISCOUNT FOR SENIORS (55 PLUS) 7 DAYS A WEEK
PROVIDED BY THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS IN & AROUND OUR BETHPAGE COMMUNITY
MEINEKE Discount Mufflers
Order Flowers anytime!
24 hours a day!
3718 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown
516-735-5333
Pizzeria & Restaurant
427 CENTRAL AVENUE ~ BETHPAGE
ULTRA
VISION
Medicare Accepted
423 Central Ave., Bethpage
516-933-8696
516-939-0009
www.bloomingdreamsflorist.com
• SNOW REMOVAL SERVICES •
We Deliver ~ Open 7 Days
Show this reusable Ad for discount (exc. Alcohol)
Quality Residential
Remodeling & Construction
Accessible Vans
516-931-5446
RENTALS & MOBILITY EQUIPMENT
500 Central Avenue, Bethpage
516-938-5207
Free Shop
at Home
PLACE YOUR INFORMATION
HERE IN SUPPORT OF SENIORS
IN & AROUND OUR BETHPAGE
COMMUNITY. Call: 516-216-4277
Technologies, Inc.
88 Sunnyside Blvd. Suite 106
Plainview, NY
1-877-776-8400
In-home appointments for Bethpage
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IN & AROUND OUR BETHPAGE
COMMUNITY. Call: 516-216-4277
made available to seniors & adults of all ages
by United Yokefellow Ministry
A proud supporter of the
“Safe At Home” Program, “Keeping Intouch”
and seniors in our community.
This months prize is a: SONY DVD Player
• no purchase necessary •
Decorative Accessories, Inc.
353 Broadway • Bethpage, NY
516-681-6500
divinehome@optonline.net
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IN & AROUND OUR BETHPAGE
COMMUNITY. Call: 516-216-4277
Open Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat. 10am–5pm
Thurs. 10am–7pm
Eleven
497 Stewart Avenue • Bethpage
516-932-8861
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a not-for-ptofit charitable organization
516-216-4277
Medical Equipment Sales & Rentals
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516-825-8555 • Serving Long Island
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