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in

PENNSYLVANIA

12 E. Locust Street
Oxford, PA 19363
610-932-5244
contact@oxfordseniors.org

Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9am-3pm

Closed for major holidays
and inclement weather

 
 

INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE

 

 

 

 

 

 


May 2026


Spring has really blossomed into a beautiful thing. Flowers grace our lawns and the flowering trees are beautiful. I love the fresh colors of spring.

Now is the time for a fresh start, time to get rid of the depressive winter blues. Some of you will be able to start planting flowers and vegetables. Be careful not to overdo, start gradually. SilverSneakers classes can do a lot to loosen your joints and prepare for spring and summer activities. You might even want to try Zumba Classes or Gentle Stretching!! Any activity does much to improve mental and physical well being. GET INVOLVED!! These classes are available through Zoom. (see page 14)

TAX/RENT Rebates deadline is June 30, 2026. Call for an appointment to get these filed. The increased income allowance is awesome!!!

Chester County Food Bank in Exton is supplying us with Senior Food Boxes. They are delivered to the Oxford Senior Center on the first Monday of each month. If you are at least 60, live in Chester County and fall within the income guidelines, you may qualify for the monthly box. Income is based on household income, not individual. Husband & wife may each receive a box if their combined income qualifies. Boxes contain vegetables, canned meat, pasta, milk, cereal, fruit, and non-fat protein. Great way to nutritionally supplement your food supply. See page 15 for more food information.

We are always open to talk with those ready to begin Medicare. If you, or someone you know is turning 65 or getting ready to retire, be sure to make an appointment to talk about all the choices necessary to be made. Missing the timetable for making these decisions can be costly! Call to register for my in person Medicare 101 on Monday, May 4th at 7:00pm. Also available the PAMedi county number, (610) 344-5004, to sign up for the Medicare 101 classes available through Zoom. For info go to: Chester County Library Events Calendar at ccls.org then click on Events. Search for “Medicare”.

I recently returned from a Pace plus training event. Some things have changed but, for the most part, Pace/Pacenet is the best kept secret in PA. Recent increases in income apply. If you are single, with yearly 2025 income below $33,500 you qualify for one of the programs. Married combined income must be below $41,500, even if only one is applying. If you’ve never applied, you can apply on-line or by calling them at (717) 651-3600 or (800) 225-7223. This plan is restricted to PA residents and for use in PA pharmacies only. (Can’t use while snow birding in Florida!!) Get the word out—Pace plus is credible coverage for Medicare Part D. Call if you have any questions.

Enjoy the month of May with all it’s beauty. Summer is coming and with it comes the Farmers Market Food Vouchers. As soon as we have the information on the program we will announce this years procedure.

Have a great May!!

Sally

 

MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES
TOOLKIT

Welcome to your Toolkit for Medicare Beneficiaries. Inside this toolkit you will find a variety of information regarding Medicare including a brief history of Medicare, information about programs that help with Medicare costs, a Preventive Benefit checklist to discuss with your doctor, some fun puzzles to complete, and a listing of the local PA MEDI office phone numbers in each county.

Click here for the Toolkit for Medicare Beneficiaries
 

Chester County Food Bank
Chester County Senior Food Box Program (CCSFBP)

Is a Chester County Food Bank program that helps seniors gain access to nutritious foods so they can better improve their health.

If you or someone you know is at least 60 yrs. old and has low income (below 150%), please register for the CCSFBP box that is available to qualifying seniors each month.

Each box may contain packaged fruit, non-perishable proteins, vegetables, carbyhydraes & dairy!!

Proof of age is required at sign up. There is no charge for this food. If you qualify then CCSFBP Box can be picked up the 1st Monday of every month between 1:00-3:00pm.

 

  

FREE FOOD FOR SENIORS

Commodity Supplemental Food Program
PA SENIOR FOOD BOX PROGRAM

What do you need to know to be eligible?

  • If you are 60 years of age or older.
  • If your total household income is below 150%.
    • Household 1 person: Monthly income $1,957
    • Household 2 people: Monthly income $2,644

What will you receive in the food box

  • FRUITS & JUICES: 1 juice & 3 fruits or 1 juice, 2 fruits, 1 raisin
  • VEGETABLES: 6-8 vegetables & dehydrated potatoes
  • CHEESE: 2-pound block
  • MILK: 2 UHT milk –32 oz each
  • MEAT, POULTRY & FISH: 1 beef or 1 chili & 1 poultry or fish
  • PLANT-BASED PROTEIN: 3 peanut butter, canned beans, dry beans, or lentils
  • CEREALS: 2 dry, farina, rolled oats or grits
  • PASTA & RICE: 2 pasta or white/brown rice

For more information and qualifications for both programs

contact

Sally Arter

(610) 932-5244
12 East Locust Street
Oxford, PA 19363

 

 

 

WHAT IS INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE?

From time to time we all know we need information but have no idea how to find answers.

    

REFER WEB

The Chester County Department of Human Services is pleased to introduce Refer Web, an Information and Referral web-based application. Simply visit their website at www.chesco.org/human. Once on the site, locate the Refer Web icon, click on it and start searching.
 

WHO IS SALLY ARTER?

Sally is the Center's very own Information & Assistance Specialist. Her responsibilities included helping you find the answers to your questions.

 

 
 
   

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United Way

    

 

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