November is here and 2021 is quickly coming to an end. November is such a great time to remember all the things to be thankful for. Family. Friends. Neighbors. Volunteers. Great communities. Great clients. Cooler weather. And the list can go on and on. As you go through November, take some time to acknowledge all the good in your life and then show your gratitude by giving back in some way.
Veteran's Day, November 11
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Two of our Veterans: client, Walter and volunteer, Quincy.
MISTLETOE MAGIC IS IN PERSON
Proceeds will allow seniors to shop and connect by getting a new 14 passenger van

On December 5th, 2021 local choirs from East Austin, Manor, Round Rock, Pflugerville, and Hutto will ring in the Christmas season and bring joy to the
community performing for the 27th annual Mistletoe Magic.

This is the largest annual fundraiser for Senior Access which strives to reach the
goal of raising $60,000 to cover the van expenses. Senior Access utilizes the vans to take seniors weekly for groceries and personal outings which helps connect them with their communities. These personal outings are vital to emotional health.

“This year’s Mistletoe Magic Concert is a way for our seniors and friends of Senior Access to see a start to normalcy after a very long pandemic," says Executive Director of Senior Access Serita Lacasse. “Seeing and listening to the beautiful choirs coming together to share holiday cheer will bring joy into all of our hearts."

The pandemic caused Senior Access to regroup and add additional programs to
ensure seniors had access to their doctors, prescriptions, and groceries. Senior
Access was successfully able to assist their senior clients during a difficult year. In 2021, Senior Access is seeing a growth in clients and services being requested. The organization anticipates over 15,000 rides for 2022. A new 14 passenger van will assure that all our clients that need help will have access.
CLIENT'S CORNER
Meet Milton Allen 

“Being in the military allowed me to view the world in a different light,” says Milton Allen, who was a paratrooper in the United States Army for three years. Allen joined the service initially to provide for his family and learn new skills. “Being the oldest of four boys I needed to make money, get some experience, and take advantage of the benefits to further my education.”

Allen, a native of New Orleans is 85 years old and ended up in Texas as a result of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. “My mother and I escaped Katrina and we were rescued from the roof of our house.” 

Ever since Allen came to Texas he has received help from people and organizations including Senior Access which he has been a client since 2009. “It’s good to have somebody you can talk to," says Allen referring to the work of volunteers. “I have benefited from the evolution of the Senior Access program; I can't say enough but good things.”
Updated Van Schedule
Zoom Grand Adults Day
November 19 at 10:30. It is a lot of fun and you do not have to play bingo to participate. Please call the office if you want to join us at 512-310-1060 or email Maria.

RSVP by November 10 if you want bingo cards mailed to you.
VOLUNTEER'S CORNER
THANK YOU to our newest Volunteers who have joined Senior Access in serving our senior neighbors! You make a difference to those you serve.


Hannah Sharp
Ingelore Hanham
Robert Riester
Isabel Montorello
Kyla Donovan
We are Fortunate!
Senior Access is FORTUNATE to have such wonderful volunteers! We usually have a Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon the first week in November, but this year is a little different again. We are so grateful for our volunteers who give their time, their resources, and their heart.
NEW STAFF
We are excited to welcome Regina Rodriguez-Sassani to Senior Access staff. She is our new Director of Public Relations and is already off to a great start of collecting stories from clients and volunteers.
We are excited to welcome Natalie Brady to Senior Access. She is on the Transportation Coordinator's team working along side Lynda and Melinda. We are happy to have her join us!
Important Dates
Nov 11: Veteran's Day
Nov 19: Zoom Grand Adults Day
Nov 22-26: Office Closed for Thanksgiving.
Nov 30: Rides resume
Dec 5: Mistletoe Magic. 6 pm. First United Methodist Church, Round Rock
Dec 20 - Jan 3: Office Closed
Dec 21: Van Ride for East Austin and Manor. Must call in by Dec 17 at noon.
Dec 22: Van Ride for Round Rock, Hutto, and Pflugerville. Must call in by Dec 17 at noon.
Dec 28: Van Ride for East Austin and Manor. Must call in by Dec 17 at noon.
Dec 29: Van Ride for Round Rock, Hutto, and Pflugerville. Must call in by Dec 17 at noon.
Jan 5: Rides resume
Community Resources
First Friday every month: Mobile Food Pantry at Shoreline Church
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