Services ... 

Senior Center Services are provided Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. They include:

Nutrition  

RCAC provides one complete meal daily to seniors in the Center (Congregate Dining) and to frail elderly seniors in their homes (Home Delivered Meals).  This meal is designed to provide one third of the daily-recommended dietary allowance and to promote healthy eating habits.  For the homebound, additional food is added during the winter months.  On request from a physician, modified diets are available.

Life Enrichment Education 

The Community College of Allegheny County has developed a series of courses to promote the independence and physical and social well-being and to develop and improve the skills of the senior population.  These classes can range from fitness to crafts.

Socialization/Recreation  

RCAC sponsors additional classes; such as line dancing and 55 Alive Driving.  The trips can range from museums to casinos.  Also, afternoon bingo, card groups, and many special events.  The Golden Eagle newsletter is mailed monthly to over 1600 households; this keeps people up-to-date and informed of our activities and lunch menu.

Primetime Health/Healthy Endeavors  

This program is customized to meet the needs of active Older Adults.  There is a fitness trainer available who will assist all participants with a program that can help provide for flexibility, strengthening, cardiovascular, endurance, and relaxation.  Also provided is a roundtable discussion on current wellness and health issues.  The classes meet Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 10:00 am.  Weekly blood pressure monitoring is conducted every Thursday from 9:30 am to 11:30 am by registered nurses. 

Information & Referral

There is always a staff person on hand to provide information about available services and to register seniors for those services, such as ACCESS, OPT, and center service.  Assistance is also provided during tax season from VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance).  They assist with income tax, property tax, rent rebate, and PACE.  Through the Elderly Law Project an attorney is available, by appointment, to any senior in Allegheny County.

RCAC works to serve the needs of both seniors and non-seniors throughout Oakmont, Verona, and the neighboring communities through the following:

Emergency Food Pantry

RCAC operates a community Food Pantry which responds to all calls for assistance within the boroughs of Oakmont and Verona.  The purpose of the pantry is to aid area residents experiencing an emergency need or unexpected crisis.  If a large need arises referrals to area rotation pantries are available.  The RCAC pantry program has been and continues to be supported by the donations of cash and non-perishable food items from local organizations and individuals.  Those in need are asked to call ahead.

Twin Borough Bus

Our van operates in Verona and Oakmont boroughs from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, providing door-to-door service to residents of all ages.    Riders need only call one hour prior to the time needed.  The fare for the bus service is $1.25.  Please contact the center for more information.

Volunteer Programs

Volunteers are our most valuable resource.  Volunteers are needed for services such as Congregate Meals, preparing and delivering Home Delivered Meals, mailing the newsletter, answering phone calls and other special projects.  If you are interested in volunteering at RCAC please call 412-828-1062.

Additional Services Provided:

APPRISE Counseling  Health Insurance Counseling for Seniors, to assist with questions such as Medicare enrollment.

Flu Shots  300 annually given at the center, free of cost to seniors with Medicare part A or B.

Outreach  In-home visits to residents of the community that may not be aware of the services offered by RCAC.

RCAC Library  On-site library, handicapped accessible.  Books are available on a loan basis to anyone.  The library is stocked with books donated from local  residents and organizations.

Fundraising Events  To help with our expenses RCAC participates in many fundraising events, such as the Oakmont Street Sale, an annual golf outing, fashion shows and a Monte Carlo Night.  Any and all support received from fundraising benefits RCAC and the people that utilize the center everyday.  Thank you in advance for any help you can give.