October 2022
Mistletoe Magic is a fun holiday tradition! Join us on December 4 at 6:00 (doors open at 5:30 pm) to hear local community and church choirs and get in the holiday spirit. Don't miss this wonderful event!
We're looking for a great addition to the Senior Access Staff. Some duties and responsibilities include:

·        Provides all new clients assessments
·        Assures the client database is up to date, enters all new clients into the Database
·        Completes an annual survey of all clients
·        Refers clients to community resources
·        Coordinates Monthly Grand Adults (Monthly social for seniors)
·        Oversees the Client Council
·        Attends community awareness functions
·        Other duties as requested by the Executive Director
Check out all the requirements here. For those interested, send a resume and cover letter to Gina.
CLIENT'S CORNER
Grand Adults Day

Join us on October 21st for a Halloween Party! Come in costume (costumes are not required, but fun!) and join us for Halloween-themed party games, friends, costume competitions, and lunch.

Call the office at 512 310 1060 or email tc@senioraccesstx.org to RSVP by Oct 12th.
Current Van Schedule
VAN ROUTES UPDATE: Library Days are added to the van routes!

Library days are on the 2nd and 4th weeks coinciding with Walmart days. Remember, you can choose EITHER Walmart or the library, but not both. Confirm your choice with the office the week prior.

Folding walkers are allowed on the van to go to the library, but no rollators. For questions, contact Lindsay.
The Central Texas Food Bank, in partnership with the Austin Public Health Neighborhood Services Unit, Round Rock Area Serving Center, and Amazon, is launching a home delivery program. Participants must meet eligibility requirements.

Each month, participants will receive one shelf-stable food box per household. While the exact menu may vary, each box will weigh approximately 30 pounds and contain shelf-stable groceries such as oatmeal, pasta, masa corn flour, dried beans, canned protein, and canned fruits and vegetables.

Travis County Residents
Call 512 972 6740 to enroll.

Williamson County Residents
For more information call 512.244.2431 or click here to see a flyer in English and Spanish.
Utility Assistance
City of Austin: Go to austinenergy.com/go/cap

Affordable Connectivity Program
This is a program that can help with internet access. You must qualify for this government program by income or if you receive other federal government benefits such as SNAP, housing, or Medicaid. There is paperwork involved, but there is also help available. You may email Lindsay with questions.
VOLUNTEER'S CORNER
THANK YOU to our newest Volunteers who have joined Senior Access in serving our senior neighbors! You make a difference!

Kameren Kuhn
Awesome Opportunity for Volunteers Over 50 Years

Coming of Age provides pathways to aging well for people 50+, strengthens communities, and fosters civic engagement through volunteering, education, advocacy, and partnerships with public agencies and community organizations. Senior Access is a partner agency with Coming of Age. Learn more about their program here.
Important Dates
October 21: Grand Adult Days. RSVP by Oct 12
November 11: Veteran's Day
November 21-25: Office closed for Thanksgiving
Community Resource

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