National Senior Health Fair & Southeast Seattle Resource Fair

Greetings. This message is about two resource fairs next week for older adults, the National Senior Health Fair on Wednesday and the Southeast Seattle Resource Fair next Friday.

The National Senior Health Fair is an annual event, which brings together multiple senior health resources. They will have information booths from national health education and promotion organizations, and many free health screens by local providers, including osteoporosis, pulmonary function, balance, memory, blood pressure, back, foot and alignment screens. This health fair is part of a national movement to promote a healthy lifestyle for all seniors. You'll also enjoy fun, food, entertainment and prizes. The National Senior Health Fair is from 1 to 3 next Wednesday May 30th at Bayview Manor at 11 West Aloha Street, in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle.

Southeast Seattle Resource Fair and Luncheon for people age 50 and over, will feature a host of agencies and businesses with displays, giveaways and lots of information. Doctors, retirement homes, energy assistance, employment opportunities, health care, insurance, banks and more … all in one place. A healthy free lunch will be served, and raffle drawings will be held throughout the day. The Resource fair is hosted by Seattle Parks and Recreation, Lifelong Recreation and Southeast Seattle Senior Center and is free for people over 50 including lunch. The Southeast Seattle Resource Fair is on Friday June 1st from 10 to 1:30 and will be held at the Rainier Community Center at 4600 38th Ave. S. in south Seattle. For more information call Angela Smith at 206-684-7484.

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program

If you or someone you know are a senior, I want to let you know about the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program which provides low-income seniors with $40 in voucher checks that can be exchanged for fresh produce at farmers markets, roadside stands, and community-supported agriculture programs throughout King County.

Applicants for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program must be King County residents age 60 or older (age 55 or older if American Indian/Alaska Native) and low-income—below 185 percent of Federal Poverty Level (FPL). In real terms, that means someone who meets the age requirement must have an annual income at or below $20,665 (or $1,723 monthly) if he or she lives alone or $27,991 ($2,333 monthly) if he or she lives with one other person. For larger households, the FPL formula adds $611 per month per person.

Applications are available online or by calling the following organizations:

 African American Elders Program: 206-328-6840
 Asian Counseling & Referral Service: 206-695-7510
 Chinese Information & Service Center: 206-624-5633 ext 4178
 Latino Information & Assistance: 206-764-4700
 Neighborhood House: 206-461-4522
 Russian Information & Assistance: 425-643-2221
 Seattle Mayor’s Office for Senior Citizens: 206-684-0500
 Senior Information & Assistance 206-448-3110 or 1-888-4ELDERS

Because funds are limited, a random selection process is used to select recipients. Completed applications must be submitted by mail and postmarked by June 4, 2012. All applicants will receive a letter by early July informing them of their status. Please spread the word by posting the flyer. For more information Contact Senior Information & Assistance at 206-448-3110 or 1-888-435-3377.

5 Job Fairs Next Week

Greetings. If you or someone you know is looking for work, I want to let you know about five job fairs next Wednesday and Thursday, May 16th and 17th happening throughout the county.  The North Seattle Community College Job Fair is on Wednesday the 16th from 10 to 2 in North Seattle. The Highline Community College Career fair is on Thursday from 9 to 1 in Des Moines. Choice Career Fair is on Thursday from 1030 to 2 at The Seattle Center. The Veterans Hiring Event & Community Resource Fair is on Thursday in Redmond from 11 to 3. And the Nationwide Job Fair is from 1 to 4 in Bellevue.

On Thursday May 16th is the North Seattle Community College Job Fair. Come meet local employers that are hiring. If you are looking for a job in Office Administration, Hospitality, Customer Services and Accounting fields - this job fair is for you! Bring your resume and talk to local employers that are hiring today. The job Fair is from 10 to 12 at North Seattle Community College, OCE&E Building at 9600 College Way North, Seattle, 98103.
On Thursday the 17th from 9am to 1 pm is the Highline Community College Job Fair. This event is free and open to all job seekers. Employers will be recruiting for fulltime, part time and temporary positions. Job seekers are encouraged to dress professionally, bring extra copies of their resume, and be prepared to speak with recruiters about their education, skills, career goals, and work history. Parking is free but limited. Attendees are encouraged to carpool and use Metro. That’s from 9 to 1 at Highline Community College, Building 8, Mt. Constance & Mt. Olympus rooms at 2400 S. 240 St., Des Moines, 98198. For more information call 206-592-3350 or email studentemployment@highline.edu.

Also on Thursday May 17th, from 11am to 3pm is the Veterans Hiring Event & Community Resource Fair at the Redmond VFW Hall. Receive: Resume assistance, job search strategies, help overcoming barriers to employment. Businesses hiring include: AFLAC, Northwest Hospital, AeroJet, Snoqualmie Casino, TLG, Allied Barton, Wireless Data Services (WDS), Securitas Inc, Ajilon and many more. Community resources present include: WorkSource, Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve, King County Veterans Program, Bellevue College, Cascadia Community College, Air Washington, Lake Washington IT. That’s Thursday 11 to 3 at American Legion Post 239 VFW Hall at 4330 148th Ave NE, Redmond, 98052. To pre-register call: Armando at (425) 298-5167 or email Armandovma2005@msn.com.

Also on Thursday May 17th from 10:30am to 2:00pm is the Choice Career Fair at the Seattle Center Northwest Rooms. Meet face to face with the hiring managers from some of the best employers in the greater Seattle area. Just walk in and start interviewing, it's that simple. You can save time, money and effort interviewing with dozens of local companies in one day and at one location. Free Admission. Hundreds of Jobs, in most job categories. The recruiters at this event have many job titles they need to fill. For a list of job titles, maps and a line pass, please go to choicecareerfairs.com. That’s from 1030 to 2 at The Seattle Center Northwest Rooms Next to Key Arena at 1st Ave. N & Republican St., Seattle, 98109.

And lastly on May 17 is the Nationwide Job Fair from 1pm to 4pm at Embassy Suites Hotel in Bellevue. Nationwidejobfairs.com invites you to attend their upcoming job fair to meet directly with decision makers at top companies and schedule interviews. Their job fair provides you an opportunity to stand out and make your personal connection. At their Job Fairs employers attend to recruit career seekers. Expect employers to provide you with the next steps to apply for open positions or they will provide you with interview dates and times. From entry level to professional positions; From Hourly to Salaried positions. All fields including: Sales, Customer Service, Clerical, Administrative, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Government, Non-Profit, Marketing and many more. That’s from 1 to 4 at Embassy Suites Bellevue at 3225 158th Avenue SE , Bellevue, 98008.
Good luck!

Senior Adult Resource Fair Monday 5/14

This Monday May 14th at Seattle Parks and Recreation presents the Senior Adult Resource Fair at Northgate Community Center from 10 to 2. Representatives will be providing information & giveaways on the following...and much more!!!

Blood Pressure Check
Health Screenings
Wellness Information
Retirement Info
Senior Employment
Nutrition
Recreation
Financial Planning
Transportation
Utility Assistance, including Community Voice Mail
There will also be free lunch
And a raffle.
Everyone is welcome.

Here is the schedule:

10:00—2:00 pm Vendors in lobby and gym
Free Blood Pressure Checks
11:30—1:00 pm Lunch in Multi-Purpose Room
Raffle drawing every 15 minutes
11:45 Barbara Bannon, Edward Jones
Multi-Purpose Room
Barbara will present a service overview including comfortable retirement as well as information on upcoming workshops.
12:15 Lance Ghiorso, Ucentris Insured Solutions
Multi-Purpose Room
Lance will speak on new Medicare programs and what you need to know for your health care needs.

That’s the Senior Adult Resource Fair this Monday the 14th from 10am to 2pm at Northgate Community Center which is at 10515 5th Ave. NE, on bus routes 16, 41, 66, 67, 68, 75, 242, 303, 345, 346, 347, 348, 555, 556, 995. Call 206-386-9106 for more information. You can also find more information and spread the word about the fair on the Senior Adult Resource Fair flyer. We hope to see you there.

Debt Collection Defense Clinic Tuesdays 1-3

Are you or someone you know Having trouble with debt collectors? Need free legal help from experienced attorneys? The Northwest Justice Project Debt Collection Defense Clinic provides free legal assistance for low-income debtors. On Tuesday afternoons from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. The Debt Collection Defense Clinic meets in the King County Law Library. This is located on the 6th floor of the King County Courthouse in Downtown Seattle.
Assistance is restricted to specific debt issues and lawsuits related to:

 Debt collection
 Abusive Collection Practices
 Supplemental Proceedings
 Garnishment
 Medical Debts and Charity Care

The Debt Collection Defense Clinic does not assist with:

 Child support garnishment
 Bankruptcy

It’s drop-in, first come, first served every Tuesday afternoon.
The Address is:

516 3rd Ave
Suite W-621
Seattle, WA 98104

They ask that you be prepared and please bring all documents about the debt or debt collection action in question including:

 Court Documents
 Letters from creditors and collectors
 Billing statements

This service is specifically for low-income individuals and families. You must qualify as low-income (below 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines: $1,815/mo for one person; $3,725/mo for a family of four)  in order to receive assistance.

That’s The Northwest Justice Project Debt Collection Defense Clinic every Tuesday from 1 to 3 at the King County Law Library in the King County Courthouse on the 6th floor.