Seniors Learn About AED Device

SHARON SPRINGS — Thirty-one seniors at the March 14th Sharon Silver & Gold Senior Club luncheon meeting got the low-down about the automated external defibrillator (AED) recently installed at the Sharon Springs Firehouse. An AED machine is a portable medical device used to analyze an individual’s heart rhythm and deliver an electric shock to restore a normal heart rhythm in cases of sudden cardiac arrest.

Alison Myers and Rose Chase, both EMTs from the Sharon Springs Rescue Squad, provided an informative show and tell presentation about the user-friendly AED device. They fielded questions from seniors and emphasized that the AED is designed for use by the general public. Its use can significantly increase survival rates from sudden cardiac arrest. The AED emits clear audio prompts and walks the operator through the rescue procedure.

This is another successful and informative presentation by the Sharon Silver & Gold Senior Club that continues to be an integral resource for the surrounding communities. Any area seniors interested in more information about the club should contact Anne Lennebacker, president, at (607) 547-9055.

Sharon Sr. Congregate Meal Site

Local residents are invited to enjoy good company and a noon-time meal year round (except holidays) at the Schoharie County OFA’s “Spa Ritz” Sr. Congregate Meal Site at the Firehouse (137 Beechwood Road) M-W-F. 8 oz of 1% milk is served with each meal. Orders for meals must be called into the OFA office at (518) 295-2001 before 2:00 PM. for the following day. Effective January 1st the suggested donation for those 60 years old and older is $5.00 per meal. Under age 60? You’re welcome to participate for a fee of $7.50 per meal.