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At Mature Resources, we offer a variety of services to support our community. From counseling and mentorship programs to educational workshops and outreach initiatives, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.
Community Support
Our community support services focus on providing essential resources and assistance to individuals and families in need. Through partnerships with local organizations and volunteers, we strive to create a strong support system for those facing challenges.
Our Annual Impact
The Meals on Wheels and More program delivered 80,628 hot meals and 10,922 frozen meals
Empowerment
Empowerment is at the core of our mission. We believe in equipping individuals with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive. Through empowerment programs and skill-building workshops, we help individuals unlock their full potential.
The Agency registered 1,771 new consumers this fiscal year
Advocacy Programs
Our advocacy programs aim to raise awareness about important social issues and drive positive change in our community. By advocating for policies that benefit the marginalized and underserved, we work towards a more just and inclusive society.
278 Health and Wellness Programs delivered
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26,565 meals were provided at Centers for Active Living
This Month's News
Caring for your eyes is about more than clear sight. Routine eye exams can help detect eye conditions, including glaucoma and macular degeneration. Early detection may allow for timely care. Making an appointment for an annual eye exam is a simple way to protect your vision and overall eye health.
Daily habits also play a role in eye health. Long hours spent in front of screens can cause eye strain, dry eyes, headaches and fatigue. Keep your tablet or computer screen at a comfortable height and distance from your face, then dim any glare from lights or windows. During prolonged screen time, Health.com suggests taking regular breaks. Try the 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds.
The National Eye Institute provides tips to help take care of your eyes:
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Eat leafy greens, colorful vegetables and foods with omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon and walnuts.
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Blink often.
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Drink plenty of water.
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Rest your eyes during continuous reading or smartphone use.
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When outdoors in bright sun, wear sunglasses.
An eye examination will check your vision to determine if you need glasses, contact lenses or a stronger prescription to see or read clearly. It’s also an opportunity to check for conditions that may not have symptoms. Finding problems early may save your vision and make it easier to remain independent.
This January, make your eye health a priority. Schedule your next eye exam, decrease screen time, and give your eyes the care they need.
For more information about eye health, contact the National Eye Institute at 1-800-680-2578 (English and Spanish) or go to www.nei.nih.gov. The American Academy of Ophthalmology provides uninsured and under insured adults with access to medical eye exams through its EyeCare America Program. For information, call 1-877-887-6327 or go to
The Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) is reminding older adults that the annual Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period is open until March 31. During this time, beneficiaries who currently have a Medicare Advantage plan can switch to a different plan or to original Medicare. Changes to their enrollment will take effect on the first of the month following the month in which they enroll. Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight (PA MEDI)—the Commonwealth’s Medicare counseling program—is available through the 52 Area Agencies on Aging to help beneficiaries with Medicare questions. Older adults can receive unbiased, no-cost Medicare assistance from trained PA MEDI counselors who can walk them through their options to assist in making informed health insurance decisions that optimize their cost savings and access to health care and benefits.
Medicare Advantage is a Medicare-approved plan from a private company that offers an alternative to original Medicare for health and drug coverage. These “bundled” plans include Part A Hospital Insurance, Part B Medical Insurance, and usually Part D Drug Coverage. “If your Medicare Advantage plan is leaving your service area, PA MEDI is here to help,” said Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich. “Choosing a new Medicare Advantage Plan can be challenging, but we can help you compare plans, look for cost savings, and even help you enroll in a plan that best fits your needs. PA MEDI counselors can also help determine if you may be eligible for any of Pennsylvania’s Medicare cost-savings programs like PACE, Extra Help, and the Medicare Savings Programs.
”PA MEDI counselors do not sell Medicare insurance products, nor do they endorse any insurance company, product, or agent. Counselors will not recommend policies, companies, or insurance agents but will provide free, confidential, and unbiased personalized assistance. Older adults can contact their local Area Agency on Aging at 814-765-2696 to schedule a personalized counseling session between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Veronica Taylor doesn’t know how to turn on a computer, let alone use the internet. The 73-year-old can’t drive and is mostly housebound.
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New requirements that Social Security recipients access key benefits online or in person at a field office, rather than on the phone, would be nearly impossible to meet without help.
“If that’s the only way I had to do it, how would I do it?” Taylor said, talking about the changes while eating a plate of green beans, mac and cheese, and fried fish with a group of retirees at the McDowell County Senior Center. “I would never get anything done.”
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The requirements, set to go into effect March 31, are intended to streamline processes and combat widespread fraud within the system, according to President Donald Trump and officials in his administration.
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They say that’s why it’s vital for people to verify their identity online or in person when signing up for benefits or making a change like where the money is deposited. But advocates say the changes will disproportionately impact the most vulnerable Americans. It will be harder to visit field offices in rural areas with high poverty rates. Often these are the same areas that lack widespread internet service.
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Many Social Security field offices are also being shut down, part of the federal government’s cost-cutting efforts. That could mean seniors have to travel even farther to visit.
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Many who run local nonprofits that operate senior centers say they have serious concerns about the policy change and how it’ll affect the people they serve.
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