GECAC Senior Centers Have Reopened |
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GECAC's Area Agency on Aging is pleased to announce that our senior centers, located throughout Erie County, have reopened. Our senior center staff developed plans that allowed all seven centers to reopen safely, with public health protocols in place.
Social isolation has been a real problem during the pandemic for many older adults, putting them at higher risk for poor health and outcomes. Opportunities for social connections such as healthy meals, exercise, and group activities are key to Erie County seniors' long-term physical, mental and emotional health, and well-being.
GECAC Senior Center Locations:
- Albion
- Corry
- Erie Downtown
- Erie West
- Fairview
- North East
- Union City
Learn more about your local senior center! Visit the link below to find your local senior center's address, contact information, this month's calendar of activities, and the lunch menu.
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Donate to GECAC
on August 10th
GECAC helps 10,000 people in Erie County break down economic barriers and make positive changes.
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Mortgage, Rent & Utilities Help Available |
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Millcreek and the city of Erie have selected GECAC to operate the Emergency Mortgage, Rent, and Utility Assistance Projects in their communities. Renters and homeowners who are financially impacted by the economic slowdown related to the coronavirus pandemic can access rent, mortgage, and utility relief through GECAC. The goal is to alleviate financial pressure for low to moderate-income households in Millcreek and the city of Erie.
In addition, GECAC continues to help people that are homeless or are facing eviction throughout Erie County and the city of Erie. Visit the link below for detailed information.
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$75,000 Worth of Vouchers Given to Seniors |
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The Senior Farmers' Market Voucher Program provides low-income seniors with coupons that can be exchanged for eligible foods (fruits & vegetables) at farmers' markets, roadside stands, and community-supported agriculture programs.
Vouchers are still available to seniors age 60+ in Erie County. A community distribution event will take place on August 23rd, 9 AM-4 PM at GECAC's Erie West Senior Center located at 1210 West 8th Street.
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COVID-19 Learn. Know. Share. |
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All Pennsylvanians ages 12 and older are eligible to be vaccinated. *Note that at this time, only the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is approved for those ages 12 to 17.
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All COVID-19 vaccines are FREE!
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You do NOT need to have insurance to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
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Golf Classic Raised $24,000 for College Scholarships |
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Our 29th Annual R. Benjamin Wiley &
Walter L. Osborne Memorial Golf Classic was a great success. Located at Lawrence Park Golf Course, the weather was fantastic, the food was amazing and the golfers had a blast.
Thank you to our sponsors, golfers, volunteers, and in-kind donors. Because of you, we raised $24,000 for our scholarship fund. Thank you for investing in education for ethnic minority, low-income students.
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First Place
C.H. Reams and Associates
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Second Place
First National Bank
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Third Place
Historic Square Agency, LLC
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Teens are Rockin' Summer JAM Employment |
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A first job often means so much more than a paycheck. It can mean a connection to a lifelong mentor, the ability to envision a career path, a boost in self-confidence, an appreciation for the value of education, an off-ramp from a life on the streets, a belief that you can be something.
This summer, 150 youth have been matched with 50 employers based on the employer specifications, geographic proximity, and availability of reliable transportation. The employers provide the work—and GECAC pays the hourly wage of $8.25.
Summer JAM is run by GECAC and is funded through Erie County Government, Erie County Gaming and Revenue Authority, and The Erie Community Foundation.
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Wakeem Page
Learning Ladder Daycare
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Chris Maker
KC's Ice Cream
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Kendall Glass
Corry Jamestown
Credit Union
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Caregivers Can Receive $500 Per Month |
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Caregiver of an Adult
GECAC understands that caring for others takes time, energy, and money. A caregiver can be anyone: a family member, friend, neighbor, or older adult. You are an informal caregiver when an older person relies on you to provide unpaid help with day-to-day activities. Watch the video above for more information.
Our program offers:
- Financial benefits to reimburse for out of pocket expenses for personal care, adult daycare, skilled nursing, and medical supplies up to $500 per month
- Home modification or assistive devices such as ramps, stairlifts, wheelchairs, etc. up to $ 2,000-lifetime benefit
Caregiver of Grandchildren
Grandparents in Erie County who are raising your grandchildren—we have money available to help you. The needs of grandchildren can seem overwhelming, especially if you are thrust into the role of being their primary caregiver.
Our program will pay for your grandchildren's:
- Clothing
- Personal care items
- School supplies
- Dues for recreational and extracurricular activities
- Tuition
- Daycare
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GECAC operates the only GED® test site in Erie County. As Erie County's anti-poverty agency, GECAC understands that obtaining the GED® credential is the first step toward self-sufficiency and a way out of poverty.
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GECAC is pleased to announce that Ryan Savage has passed his GED test. Ryan plans on taking the Post Office exam so he can become a postal worker. Congratulations, Ryan!
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Congratulations to John Kocur on earning his GED. His goal is to become a meteorologist. GECAC is proud of you, John!
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Quinn Caughlin participated in GECAC's Adult Education classes to improve her skills and passed her GED exam! She plans on becoming a certified tax preparer. GECAC is rooting for you. Way to go, Quinn!
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Phone: (814) 459-4581
Senior Helpline: (814) 459-4581 Ext. 400
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