The Hope Bus: 10/26/09 Senior Citizens Inc., Savannah, GA

Senior Citizens Inc.
http://www.seniorcitizens-inc.org/
3025 Bull St
Savannah, GA 31405-2016
(912) 236-0363

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Mission:

The mission of Senior Citizens, Inc. is to help people age successfully.

Vision:

The community recognizes and values the population we serve.

Values:

Senior Citizens, Inc. offers essential, desirable, innovative and affordable services to seniors in a respectful and collaborative spirit while being flexible, accessible and responsive.

More than 49 years ago, Senior Citizens, Incorporated of Chatham County was born. How did it all start? Simple. Neighbors helping neighbors. Delivering a home cooked meal, looking in on someone who could'nt get around as easily as they used to, making sure that bills could be paid and no one would go without electricity. While the decades have been technologically enhanced, much of the same neighborly activity that existed 50 years ago is still necessary today. We cook and deliver more than 1,800 meals today - through the help of volunteers. We offer transportation to and from the doctor's office, the pharmacy or the grocery store - through the help of volunteers. We talk, play board games and have really good 'visits' -through the help of volunteers.Some things that work well, stay and age in place.

What we offer......is something for everyone.

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Home Delivered Meals

Now delivering in seven counties, our home delivered meals are hot, nutritious and affordable. More than 1,800 are prepared each day for folks who cannot or do not want to prepare meals for themselves. Whether your needs are short-term (recovering from surgery) or long-term, let us bring meals to you. Frozen meals are available for weekend needs as well. To inquire about meals, contact our Family Advocates by calling 912.236.0363, toll-free at 866.579.2116 or
cburns@seniorcitizens-inc.org

Sitter Services

Now offering services in the evenings on both weekdays and weekends, this is really rest for the caregiver! Sitter services allow the caregiver to take a break – go to lunch, run errands, or simply rest. To discuss sitter options, call 912.236.0363, toll-free at 866.579.2116 or
cburns@seniorcitizens-inc.org

Adult Day Care

For more than 30 years, we have provided a safe haven for medically fragile seniors and those with Alzheimer's. Overseen by a registered nurse, medication assistance is offered working in concert with your physician. Two nutritious meals, snacks, transportation, meaningful activities are all a part of a normal day. Adult Day Care is available in Chatham, Liberty and Effingham Counties. For more information on Adult Day Care, call 912.236.0363 or
jobrien@seniorcitizens-inc.org

In-home Support

Need a caring touch to help out around the house? Laundry, meal preparation, grooming, grocery shopping are just a few of the services we offer. For more information on In-home Support, call us at 912.236.0363, toll-free at 866.579.2116 or
jobrien@seniorcitizens-inc.org

Transportation

Who doesn’t need transportation help these days? With the rising cost of fuel, we can help transport you or a family member to physician appointments or grocery shopping. Our courteous drivers provide door-through-door service enabling a safe pickup and delivery. For more information on Transportation Services, contact our Family Advocates. Sterling RidesSterling Rides is a volunteer driving program that provides transportation for seniors in our community. Complimenting Senior Citizens Inc.'s existing Transportation program Sterling Rides provide the following type of transportation (to and from) for eligible clients: doctor’s appointments, medical procedures, trips to the pharmacy or grocery shopping. Drivers can transport or stay with you – whatever you prefer. For more information on our Sterling Rides Service, call us at 912.236.0363, toll-free at 866.579.2116 or
jobrien@seniorcitizens-inc.org

Activity Centers

Now offering activities ranging from guest speakers to the Nintendo Wii®, our centers in Port Wentworth, Garden City, Thunderbolt, Darien, and Statesboro are full of fun. For more information on our Activity Centers, call us at 912.236.0363, toll-free at 866.579.2116 or
jobrien@seniorcitizens-inc.org

The Learning Center

An educational phenomenon. Just over one year ago, SCI initiated a series of courses designed for the mind that never grows tired of learning. Since that time, more than 3,000 people have participated in lectures, study groups, book reviews and yes, travel abroad. Interested?

The Club

Designed for distinctive living, The Club offers coffee every morning, yoga, book clubs, dining experiences, and wine tasting events. These are just a few of the activities one can participate in as a member of The Club.

Interview with Sandy Griffin