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Lifestyle Enrichment Center of Fort White Named PSC Helping Hand

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The Lifestyle Enrichment Center of Fort White’s mission—Where Life is Celebrated Every Day—is helping many Columbia County senior adults take charge of their lives with year-round educational programs. As a recent program participant, the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) is recognizing the Center as its first 2018 Helping Hand.

“Helping seniors remain independent and engaged with their community is very important for continued quality of life,” said PSC Chairman Art Graham.  “The PSC applauds the Lifestyle Enrichment Center for its partnership in helping its clientele better understand how the Commission can help them.”

Each quarter, the PSC highlights a partner agency or organization whose clients are eligible for the federal Lifeline telephone/broadband discount program or need help reducing energy and water bills. Through these PSC Helping Hand partnerships, the Commission shares information to help consumers stretch their resources to meet their monthly bills.

“We surround our seniors with daily activities because it’s a good investment for them and for the community.  The PSC’s assistance supports our ongoing programs,” said Deborah Rhoades, Site Manager, Lifestyle Enrichment Center. “Our seniors benefit from information on Lifeline, scam alerts, energy and water conservation, and utility bill payment assistance. We plan on another PSC visit soon.”

Look for this year’s PSC Helping Hand outreach partner recognitions on the PSC’s homepage, under Hot Topics.

About Lifestyle Enrichment Center of Fort White
The mission of the Lifestyle Enrichment Center of Columbia County Senior Services is “to assist adults (60+) in maintaining their mental, physical, nutritional, and emotional health for as long as possible, with the intent of seeing older people remain independent and in charge of their own lives.” Open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday, the Lifestyle Enrichment Center is located at 18829 Hwy. 47 South in Fort White.  For more information, call 386-497-1504.

 

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Named PSC Helping Hand

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The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) is recognizing the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services as December’s Helping Hand for helping raise public awareness about the Lifeline Assistance telephone and broadband discount program, energy and water conservation, and scams affecting consumers.
“The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services offer state-wide educational Consumer Protection Fairs that support our outreach strategies to assist consumers,” said PSC Chairman Julie Brown. “We appreciate DACS for including us in community events since it allows us to broaden our reach by sharing PSC information with a wider audience.”
Each month, the PSC highlights a partner agency or organization whose clients are eligible for the Federal Lifeline Program and/or need help reducing energy and water bills. Through these PSC Helping Hand partnerships, the Commission shares vital information to help consumers better manage their resources to meet their monthly bills and avoid falling for utility-related scams.
“We appreciate the PSC honoring us with this award. Those that attend our Consumer Protection Fairs really enjoy the PSC presentations and information,” said Alexander Warmka, Research and Training Specialist, with DACS’ Division of Consumer Services.  “Our community programs include elderly, disabled, and disadvantaged persons who need assistance to maintain their independence and quality of life.  PSC information supports our efforts to connect consumers to the vital community services they need.”
Look for all the PSC Helping Hand outreach partner recognitions on the PSC’s homepage, under Hot Topics.
About the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services supports and promotes Florida agriculture, protects the environment, safeguards consumers, and ensures the safety and wholesomeness of food.  Their programs are so varied and extensive, they touch the life of just about every Floridian. For more information, call 1-800-HELP-FLA or 1-800-435-7352.

Wakulla Senior Citizens Center Named PSC Helping Hand

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Florida’s Public Service Commission (PSC) is recognizing Wakulla Senior Citizens Center in Crawfordville as a PSC Helping Hand for helping raise public awareness about the Lifeline Assistance telephone and broadband discount program, energy and water conservation, and scams affecting seniors.
“Wakulla Senior Citizens Center connects seniors to services that can help them remain independent—and we are glad that they use PSC materials to assist their clients,” said PSC Chairman Julie Brown.  “I also want to commend Courtney Fletcher, site manager, for inviting us to present our information to those who can most benefit from it.”
Each month, the PSC highlights a partner agency or organization whose clients are eligible for the federal Lifeline Program and/or need help reducing energy and water bills. Through these PSC Helping Hand partnerships, the Commission shares vital information to help consumers better manage their resources to meet their monthly bills and avoid falling for utility-related scams.
“We’re happy to be named a PSC Helping Hand,” said Ms. Fletcher. “Our Center provides many programs to meet the needs of Wakulla County’s senior population, and the PSC’s programs help our clients better manage their monthly utility bills.”
Look for all the PSC Helping Hand outreach partner recognitions on the PSC’s homepage, floridapsc.com, under Hot Topics.
About the Wakulla Senior Citizens Center
The primary mission of the Wakulla Senior Citizens Center is to enable seniors to age in a friendly and secure environment to help prevent premature admission to nursing homes or other institutions. The Center is located at 33 Michael Drive, Crawfordville, and the hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.  For more information, call 850-926-7145, or visit wakullaseniorcitizens.com.

Sarasota’s Friendship Center Named PSC Helping Hand

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The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) is recognizing Sarasota’s Friendship Center as October’s Helping Hand for helping raise public awareness about the Lifeline Assistance telephone and broadband discount program, energy and water conservation, and scams affecting seniors.
“We appreciate the Sarasota County Friendship Center’s willingness to share the PSC’s beneficial information with their clients,” said PSC Chairman Julie Brown. “It’s helpful, through our ongoing outreach partnership, for us to visit and distribute our Lifeline, scam protection, and conservation materials to those individuals who will find the information most useful.”
Each month, the PSC highlights a partner agency or organization whose clients are eligible for the federal Lifeline Program and/or need help reducing energy and water bills. Through these PSC Helping Hand partnerships, the Commission shares vital information to help consumers better manage their resources to meet their monthly bills and avoid falling for utility-related scams.
“We are honored to be named a PSC Helping Hand partner,” said Paige Giasson, Center Manager. “Every day at our Friendship Center, our clients are learning new ways to improve their lives and those of others.  We appreciate the PSC’s educational forum to assist us, and we look forward to continuing our partnership.”
Look for all the PSC Helping Hand outreach partner recognitions on the PSC’s homepage, under Hot Topics.
About the Sarasota County Friendship Center, Inc.
Friendship Centers is a nonprofit organization serving older adults in five Southwest Florida counties.  Sarasota County’s Friendship Center, Inc. is a bustling campus hub of senior center activities and learning opportunities, and also features the Friendship Café. For an activities schedule or for more information, call 941-556-2122 or visit friendshipcenters.org.

Taylor Senior Citizens Center Named PSC Helping Hand

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The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) is recognizing the Taylor Senior Citizens Center in Taylor County as February’s Helping Hand for helping raise public awareness about the Lifeline Assistance telephone and broadband discount program, energy and water conservation, and scams affecting seniors.
“The Taylor Senior Citizens Center offers educational programs that support our outreach strategies to assist older persons in need,” said PSC Chairman Julie Brown. “We appreciate the Center including us in community outreach events so we can share utility bill saving strategies with their clients.”
Each month, the PSC highlights a partner agency or organization whose clients are eligible for the Federal Lifeline Program and/or need help reducing energy and water bills. Through these PSC Helping Hand partnerships, the Commission shares vital information to help consumers better manage their resources to meet their monthly bills and avoid falling for utility-related scams.
“We appreciate the PSC honoring us with this award.  Our seniors really enjoyed the PSC presentation that will help them save money on their bills and be aware of current consumer scams,” said Joan Hennings, Older Americans Act Assistant/Case Manager.  “Our Center provides programs for elderly, disabled, and disadvantaged persons who need assistance to maintain their independence and quality of life.  The PSC information is helpful in our ongoing effort to connect older adults to vital community services that can help them stay independent.”
Look for all the PSC Helping Hand outreach partner recognitions on the PSC’s homepage, www.floridapsc.com, under Hot Topics.
About Taylor Senior Citizens Center, Inc.
The Area Agency on Aging has designated Taylor Senior Citizens Center, Inc. as the central service provider in Taylor county to serve as both a supplier of supportive and nutrition services under the Older Americans Act (OAA) and as a lead agency under Community Care for the Elderly (CCE). For more information, call 850-584-4924.
For additional information, visit www.floridapsc.com.
Follow the PSC on Twitter, @floridapsc.