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September, 2016
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CLASSIFIEDS
RASCAL 600 T MOBILITY SCOOTER
with new batteries, clean and in very good condition. Asking $1,400 OBO. Also selling used rechargeable Se- qual Eclipse 3 Oxygen Concentrator. This is a personal ambulatory oxygen system for stationary and ambulato- ry needs. Approved by FAA for use on most major airlines and also cruise ships, trains, buses (check with your carrier). Asking $1800 OBO. Call 815-275-0865 for information or with any questions.
Handyman services, over 30 years experience. Carpentry, minor elec- trical and plumbing, and other things you may need done no job too small. Special rates for seniors. Call Dan at 815-275-3389, references available on request. Please leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I can.
Handyman for Hire mowing, rototill- ing, cleaning gutters. Spring cleanup, hauling. Free estimates. Call Tom 815-233-3438
My team will help you maintain your privacy and keep you living in your own home. Errands, packing, relo- cating and emergency assistance. Judy Nortridge McLinn 815-235-1413 FIX ANY COMPUTER PROBLEM – Very affordable, in-home computer repair, service or training. Desktops, lap- tops, IPads, printers and more. Only $40 (plus travel). Certified technician. Call Computer Tutor at 815-275-7155 Dan’s Home Improvement —Carpen- try, minor plumbing and electrical work, drywall, painting and base- ment remodeling. 10% Sr Discount on labor. References available. Call 815.789.4333 or danhandy1@msn.com
Call for appt, cleaning eaves, exteri- or painting and odd jobs in/around house, incl window washing. Refer- ences. Call Jim @ 815/233-4622 to leave msg.
Radex Stereo is where your video tapes & movie films are converted to DVD’s, your Audio cassettes and Vinyl records are converted to CD’s and your Slides and Photos become an animated SlideShow DVD. Ask Dex at 815/235-9797 or stop in at 890 W Gale- na Ave for a demonstration. Photog- raphy, recording, arts and graphics since 1947.
Join Comfort Keepers, the Senior Care franchise rated #1 by Entrepre- neur Magazine! Our growing home- care agency is currently seeking Caregivers, Personal Care Aides, and CNAs to fill a variety of part-time po- sitions providing in-home care for our clients. We are looking for multi- ple caregivers for day, evening, overnight, and weekend shifts. In addition to our immediate openings, we are hiring continuously to allow us to grow our client base and our Comfort Keepers team. Please apply online at comfortkeepers198.hyrell.com HANDYMAN SERVICES – small interior and exterior construction, decks, steps, windows, doors, floors. Will do painting both exterior and interi- or, yard work and window washing. No job too small, we do it all. Li- censed and insured. Prompt service. Ph. Richard at 815-235-9412
Remove screens, put up storm win- dows, Wash windows, Clean eaves troughs, Bush trimming and/or re- moval. Over 35 years of experience. Call Bob Fusco 815-233-5509
To Place a Classified Please Contact: Senior Resource Center
Julia Moore at jmoore@srcntr.org or 815.235.9777 ext. 227 ~ Ads are due the beginning of the month prior to publication. ~
September is now upon us and we will soon be celebrat- ing the Labor Day holiday on September 5th, the first Mon- day of the month. It is a day when the nation pays tribute to the creator of so much of our nation’s strength, freedom and leadership – the American worker.
The establishment of the observance grew out of the la- bor movement of the 1880’s and spread with the growth of the labor organizations. It emerged from the ranks of or- ganized labor at a time when they wanted to demonstrate the strength of their movement and to inspire improve- ments in their working conditions.
The character and nature of the celebrations has changed over the years just as the American worker has. Initially, it was mainly a celebration by the men who made up the vast majority of American workers laboring in plants and facto- ries. Gradually it encompassed miners, agricultural laborers and automobile workers. With World War II, we saw a change in the make-up of the American labor force.
Women entered the workforce in vast numbers replacing the men who were serving overseas in the European and Pacific theaters of operation. The media of the day glamor- ized women working in war jobs, praised them for their pa- triotism and the image of Rosie the Riveter, helped rally Americans at home and abroad. Their contribution to the war effort sustained the military and our troops. Today, the service sector, encompassing healthcare workers, retail, restaurant and hospitality is the largest segment of the American labor market, and the majority are women. On our Liberty Village campus, women make up the largest segment of our workforce and it is their work ethic and atti- tude that provide exemplary care to all those we serve.
Modern day celebrations are associated less with labor and more with leisure. For many, the Labor Day holiday is a time for family picnics, sporting events and summer’s last hurrah. Many of the readers of this column have already re- tired, yet on this day, we honor your contributions to the greatness of our nation. We also recall the members of the armed forces who continually watch over us and defend our freedoms. And finally, we thank all those who toil today to make our country so great.
Other important September observances are:
• September 11 – Patriot Day and National Day of Ser- vice and Remembrance is a day to pay tribute to the 2,993 innocent victims of September 11, 2001, their fami- lies and the selfless heroes. It is a day to reaffirm the spirit of patriotism, service, unity and compassion that we felt in the days and months that followed the 9/11 attacks. In June, my wife and I had the opportunity to visit the 9/11 Museum in New York City. It was quite an experience. It is a testament to those that perished and is a living reminder of resilience, survival and rebirth that followed.
• This year, September 11 is also National Grandparents Day, the first Sunday after Labor Day. As indicated on the original proclamation by President Jimmy Carter: “I urge
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PIANO CLASSES BEGIN
SEPTEMBER 7th
Mary Heffner has been teaching piano lessons for the Senior Resource Center for over 10
years. Several of her pupils have been with her for many years. If you have always wanted to learn to play and never had the time,
It’s not too late to learn this new skill. Join the next class that begins Wed., Sept 7 at 1:00 at the NICAA Golden Meals Site In Freeport,
524 W. Stephenson St. This class meets as a group
but includes individual instruction.
The cost for the class Is $30 for a 6 week session.
For more information or to join the class please call Mary Heffner, 815-233-1756
The Senior Resource Center receives Title III Older Americans Act and State of Illinois General Revenue Funds through the Northwest Illinois Area Agency on Aging.
Administrator’s Corner
By Andres Bardelas Administrator, Liberty Village of Freeport A Not-For-Profit Medicare 5-Star Rated Provider