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Massapequa Library to host Senior Citizens Information and Assistance Fair Nov. 14 The Nassau County Department of Senior Citizen Affairs is coordinating a free Information and Assistance Fair, Wednesday, November 14, 10 a.m. to noon at the Massapequa Public Library, 40 Harbor Ln., Massapequa Park. Representatives from many different agencies will be available to answer questions, provide information and assist with the completion of any necessary applications for benefits or entitlement programs. This fair is the tenth one in the series of ongoing outreach programs scheduled for 2007 that are designed to provide single point of entry for senior citizens and their caregivers to health and human services information in a friendly community location.
Attendees will learn about programs and services for Nassau County seniors, and additional resources available to veterans and those individuals who are physically challenged. Registered nurses will conduct blood pressure screenings and health insurance and financial counseling will available. Agency representatives will answer legal questions and provide information on Social Security, housing, Medicare, Medicaid and consumer issues. Application assistance for Food Stamps, EPIC prescription drug coverage and the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will provided. In addition, interested individuals can obtain information on exciting volunteer assignments and full or part time employment opportunities. There is no charge for this fair. Free parking available in the Library's parking lot.
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