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SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training May 15th\, Lake Placid
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training to assist older adults in the Tri-Lakes area to age in place more successfully\, be less lonely\, and be more connected to their communities.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required.   \nComplete and submit form to Register for the May 15th Friendship Volunteer Training at Heaven Hill Farm\, Lake Placid. \n  \n\n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training-2/
LOCATION:Heaven Hill Farm\, 304 Bear Cub Lane\, Lake Placid\, NY\, 12946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T150000
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UID:6587-1742374800-1742396400@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Spiritual Care Companion Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:A Spiritual Care Companion Volunteer receives training to accompany an elder on their spiritual journey who may be experiencing loss\, grief\, spiritual or physical distress\, changing living circumstances\, joy or blessings. The Spiritual Care Companion serves as a caring presence and compassionate listener to issues of concern to the elder by being fully present in mind\, heart\, and soul to the elder’s experience of loneliness\, pain\, struggle\, or joy in telling their story. Mercy Care offers spiritual care in accordance with each elder’s personal desires\, values\, and faith community\, or no faith community. \nComplete and submit the form below to register for the March 19th Spiritual Care Companion Training at Heaven Hill Farm\, Lake Placid. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/spiritual-volunteer-training-march19/
LOCATION:Heaven Hill Farm\, 304 Bear Cub Lane\, Lake Placid\, NY\, 12946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20250108T194605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T195219Z
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SUMMARY:Technology Assistance Workshop - Internet Safety
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about Technology?\nJoin us On February 5\, 2025 at BOCES AEC in Saranac Lake. With programming led by Mercy Care Technology & Project Manager\, Volunteers and Elders will learn Internet Safety using their cell phone\, iPad\, tablet or laptop.\nPlease let us know if you are in need of transportation to this event\, or if you are a Volunteer available to provide transportation. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/technology-assistance-workshop-2-copy-copy/
LOCATION:AEC BOCES\, 711 State Rt 3\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20241114T144715Z
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SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training January 15th\, Tupper Lake
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training covering topics from spiritual caregiving to community resources.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required. 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training-january15/
LOCATION:Tupper Lake Emergency Services Building\, 21 Santa Clara Ave.\,\, Tupper Lake
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
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SUMMARY:2024 Holiday Event (EVENT NOW FULL!)
DESCRIPTION:(Our Holiday Event is now full and cannot accept additional registrations. We look forward to seeing you at our next event!) \nWe are delighted to invite Mercy Care’s \nFriendship Volunteers and Elder Friends \nto celebrate this special time of year \nwith holiday centerpiece making and festive treats! \nNovember 20\, 2024 \n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/2023-holiday-event-copy/
LOCATION:Raquette River Brewing\, 11 Balsam St\, Tupper Lake\, NY
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240916T184956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T215406Z
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SUMMARY:Technology Assistance Workshop - Basic and Intermediate Level
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about Technology?\nJoin us On November 7th\, 2024 at BOCES AEC in Saranac Lake. With programming led by Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer Scott Baerman\, Volunteers and Elders will learn new basic and intermediate level skills and/or brush up on technology tips and tricks for using iPads\, cell phones\, tablets and laptops\, as well as how to avoid Scams aimed at older adults.\nPlease let us know if you are in need of transportation to this event\, or if you are a Volunteer available to provide transportation. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/technology-assistance-workshop-2-copy/
LOCATION:AEC BOCES\, 711 State Rt 3\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240806T170658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T171957Z
UID:6240-1727168400-1727191800@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training September 24th\, Saranac Lake
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training covering topics from spiritual caregiving to community resources.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required. 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training-october-4th-in-saranac-lake-copy-copy-copy/
LOCATION:High Peaks Church\, 97 Will Rogers Drive\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T120000
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CREATED:20240725T184831Z
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UID:6229-1726135200-1726142400@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Terrarium Build
DESCRIPTION:Join Mercy Care at the Saranac Lake Hot House and learn how to build and care for your own terrarium.\nPlease let us know if you are in need of transportation to this event\, or if you are a Volunteer available to provide transportation. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/terrarium-build-2-copy/
LOCATION:SL Hot House Garden Center\, 50 Bay Blvd\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240710T180647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T181916Z
UID:6218-1723635000-1723645800@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Technology Assistance Workshop - Basic Level
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about Technology?\nJoin us On August 14\, 2024 at BOCES AEC in Saranac Lake. With programming led by Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer Scott Baerman\, Volunteers and Elders will learn\, and/or brush up\, basic technology tips and tricks for using iPads\, cell phones\, tablets and laptops\, as well as how to avoid Scams aimed at older adults.\nPlease let us know if you are in need of transportation to this event\, or if you are a Volunteer available to provide transportation. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/technology-assistance-workshop-2/
LOCATION:AEC BOCES\, 711 State Rt 3\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240215T154945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T202058Z
UID:5279-1718703000-1718722800@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Annual Educational Forum 2024
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care for the Adirondacks will be hosting our Annual Educational Forum. The forum will be June 18th\, 2024\, \nfrom 9:30 am – 3:00 pm at Paul Smith’s College\, 7833 NY-30\, Paul Smiths\, NY.  The all day event will focus on the topic: \n  \nCreating More Livable Communities for People of all Ages: Climate Impact\, Resilience\, and Restoration. \n  \n Keynote Presenters: \nWhy Older Adults Should be the Lens through Which We Plan for Climate Resilience \nDanielle Arigoni\, Author of Climate Resilience For An Aging Nation \nClimate Impacts on Venerable Communities  \nDr. Leo Bachinger\, Program Manager NYSDEC Office of Climate Change \nAfternoon Panel: \nModerated and Facilitated by Greg Olsen\, Acting Director\, NYS Office for the Aging. \n  \nRegistration cost is $25.00 which includes lunch. If you prefer to pay by check\, please mail to Mercy Care for the Adirondacks\, 185 Old Military Rd\, Lake Placid\, NY 12946 and call Karen Rodriguez 518-523-5685 to RSVP. \nMercy Care offers a registration scholarship for those who may be experiencing financial hardship. We welcome all. If you would like to attend and need a registration scholarship to do so\, please contact Karen Rodriguez at krodriguez@adkmercy.org or 518-523-5685. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/2024-educational-forum/
LOCATION:Paul Smith’s College\, 7833 NY-30\, Paul Smiths\, NY\, 12970
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240325T175727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T190827Z
UID:5611-1718272800-1718289000@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Spirituality Retreat 2024
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care for the Adirondacks is pleased to welcome Jane Stratton in leading and facilitating a day-long retreat focused on Caring for the Human Spirit in Times of Crises. The retreat will be held on June 13\, 2024\, from 10:00 am – 2:30 pm at Paul Smith’s College Visitor Interpretive Center\, 8023 State Route 30\, Paul Smiths NY 12970. \nThe day will integrate our personal spiritual journeys with the ministry we share in times of crises. We will discover how the desire for relationship is literally wired in our brains. Then we will explore the need of all human persons for spiritual relationships in times of crisis and stress. Most importantly we will open ourselves to the source of all relationships. \nRegistration fee is $20 which includes lunch. If you prefer to pay by check\, please mail to Mercy Care for the Adirondacks\, 185 Old Military Rd\, Lake Placid\, NY 12946 and call Lexi Bevilacqua 518-523-5446 to RSVP. \nMercy Care offers a registration scholarship for those who may be experiencing financial hardship. We welcome all. If you would like to attend and need a registration scholarship to do so\, please contact Lexi Bevilacqua at abevilacqua@adkmercy.org or 518-523-5446. \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/spiritualityretreat/
LOCATION:Paul Smith’s College VIC\, 8023 State Route 30\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240501T120521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T163651Z
UID:5954-1717074000-1717081200@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Vegetable Garden Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mercy Care Garden Club!\nWe will come together on May 30th\, 2024 to plant our Vegetable Garden at The Lake Placid Community Garden\nat the corner of Old Military Road and John Brown Road in Lake Placid.\nCome socialize with new and old friends\, have fun\, and get your hands dirty!\nPlease let us know if you are in need of transportation to this event\, or if you are a Volunteer available to provide transportation. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/garden-planting-event/
LOCATION:Lake Placid Community Garden\, Old Military Road\, Lake Placid
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240318T165400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T165850Z
UID:5600-1715763600-1715785200@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training May 15th in Lake Placid
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training covering topics from spiritual caregiving to community resources.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required. 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training-october-4th-in-saranac-lake-copy-copy/
LOCATION:Heaven Hill Farm\, 304 Bear Cub Lane\, Lake Placid\, NY\, 12946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240425T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240411T160527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240506T164547Z
UID:5842-1714050000-1714057200@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Vegetable Garden Planning Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mercy Care Garden Club!\nWe will come together on April 25th\, 2024 for a Vegetable Garden Planning Event at\nHeaven Hill Farm\, 302 Bear Cub Lane\, Lake Placid\, NY\nWe will plan out our Vegetable Garden plot and get our hands dirty planting the starter seeds.\nPlease let us know if you are in need of transportation to this event\, or if you are a Volunteer available to provide transportation. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/technology-assistance-workshop-copy/
LOCATION:Heaven Hill Farm\, 304 Bear Cub Lane\, Lake Placid\, NY\, 12946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240227T162128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T165322Z
UID:5459-1711020600-1711031400@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Technology Assistance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nDo you experience technology frustration?\nJoin us on March 21st\, 2024 for a Technology Assistance Workshop at\nHigh Peaks Church\, 97 Will Rogers Drive\, Saranac Lake\, NY\nWe will enjoy a catered lunch\, followed by presentations and an afternoon workshop.\nPlease let us know if you are in need of transportation to this event\, or if you are a Volunteer available to provide transportation. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/technology-assistance-workshop/
LOCATION:High Peaks Church\, 97 Will Rogers Drive\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240222T134500
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240131T180832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T182838Z
UID:5188-1708605000-1708609500@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Board Game Day with St Bernards 4th Grade
DESCRIPTION:Please join Mercy Care and St. Bernards 4th Grade for multigenerational socialization and to play reimagined versions of classic board games.  Refreshments will be provided. \nFebruary 22nd\,\n12:30 pm – 1:45 pm\nFirst Presbyterian Church Great Hall\n57 Church St\, Saranac Lake\, NY 12983\n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/board-game-day-2/
LOCATION:Saranac Lake\, 57 Church St\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T134500
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240102T155939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T160508Z
UID:5127-1706013000-1706017500@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Board Game Day with St Bernards 5th Grade
DESCRIPTION:Please join Mercy Care and St. Bernards 5th Grade for multigenerational socialization and to play reimagined versions of classic board games.  Refreshments will be provided. \nJanuary 23rd\,\n12:30 pm – 1:45 pm\nFirst Presbyterian Church Great Hall\n57 Church St\, Saranac Lake\, NY 12983\n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/board-game-day-copy/
LOCATION:Saranac Lake\, 57 Church St\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20240102T154523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240102T155123Z
UID:5120-1705568400-1705590000@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training January 18 in Tupper Lake
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training covering topics from spiritual caregiving to community resources.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required. 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training-october-4th-in-saranac-lake-copy/
LOCATION:Holy Ghost Parish Center\, Tupper Lake
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231213T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20231117T161551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T193258Z
UID:5034-1702472400-1702479600@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:2023 Holiday Event
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite Mercy Care’s \nFriendship Volunteers and Elder Friends \nto celebrate this special time of year \nwith holiday craft making and festive treats! \nDecember 13\, 2023 \n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm \n\n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/2023-holiday-event/
LOCATION:Raquette River Brewing\, 11 Balsam St\, Tupper Lake\, NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20231011T164701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T141602Z
UID:4994-1700049600-1700056800@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Board Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Please join Mercy Care and St. Joe’s Veterans and First Responder Residents for our first “Game Day” to socialize and play reimagined versions of classic board games.  Complimentary lunch will be provided. \nNovember 15th\,\n12:00 – 2:00 pm\nFirst Presbyterian Church Great Hall\n57 Church St\, Saranac Lake\, NY 12983\n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/board-game-day/
LOCATION:Saranac Lake\, 57 Church St\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20230809T170019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T142759Z
UID:4852-1696410000-1696431600@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training October 4th in Saranac Lake
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training covering topics from spiritual caregiving to community resources.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required. 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training-october-4th-in-saranac-lake/
LOCATION:St. Lukes Episcopal Church\, Saranac Lake\, 136 Main St\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20230816T193038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T200050Z
UID:4892-1695204000-1695211200@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Terrarium Build and Learn Workshop
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/terrarium-building-and-learning-workshop/
LOCATION:SL Hot House Garden Center\, 50 Bay Blvd\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T000000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20230810T124651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T201606Z
UID:4860-1694044800-1694044800@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:2023 Mercy Care Annual Friendship Picnic
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nPlease join us for our annual celebration of the “errands of mercy” that our Volunteers undertake\, so kindly and compassionately\, with our Elder neighbors. This event will be held Thursday\, September 7\, 2023\, at 12:00 pm at Camp Guggenheim Lodge\, 1468 County Rt 18\, Saranac Lake\, NY. \nMercy Care has so much gratitude for all the hours\, miles\, and love you have given your elders during the challenging past year. We hope you will consider joining us in recognizing Mercy Care’s “Volunteer of the Year\,” along with other special recognition awards we will present. If your elder is able\, and you wish to bring them along\, they would be most welcome. \nTyler Barton from the ADK Center for Writing will give a short workshop presentation on creative writing.
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/2023-mercy-care-annual-friendship-picnic/
LOCATION:Paul Smith’s Visitor Interpretive Center\, 1468 County Route 18\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230607T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20230309T191159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230601T133130Z
UID:4634-1686130200-1686150000@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Annual Educational Forum 2023 - This event is SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:Please contact Karen Rodriguez at krodriguez@adkmercy.org if you would like to be added to the waiting list for this event. \nMercy Care for the Adirondacks will be hosting our Annual Educational Forum. The forum will be June 7\, 2023\, from 9:30 am – 3:00 pm at Paul Smith’s College\, 7833 NY-30\, Paul Smiths\, NY.  The all day event will focus on the topics of Ageism\, and the Master Plan on Aging in New York. \nWe are excited to introduce our Keynote Speakers: \nAnn Monroe\, President Emeritus of the Health Foundation for Western and Central New York \nGreg Olsen\, Director of NYS Office for the Aging \nAdam Herbst\, Esq.\, Deputy Commissioner of NYS Department of Health \nHeidi Hayes\, Director of the Center for Long Term Care  \nRegistration cost is $25.00 which includes lunch. If you prefer to pay by check\, please mail to Mercy Care for the Adirondacks\, 185 Old Military Rd\, Lake Placid\, NY 12946 and call Karen Rodriguez 518-523-5685 to RSVP. \nMercy Care offers a registration scholarship for those who may be experiencing financial hardship. We welcome all. If you would like to attend and need a registration scholarship to do so\, please contact Karen Rodriguez at krodriguez@adkmercy.org or 518-523-5685. \nMercy Care for the Adirondacks requires all who attend Mercy Care in-person events to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/educationalforum2023/
LOCATION:Paul Smith’s College\, 7833 NY-30\, Paul Smiths\, NY\, 12970
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20230321T142730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T152858Z
UID:4667-1684918800-1684940400@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training May 24th 2023
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training covering topics from spiritual caregiving to community resources.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required. 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training-copy-copy-2/
LOCATION:Heaven Hill Farm\, 304 Bear Cub Lane\, Lake Placid\, NY\, 12946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20230414T151815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230414T153004Z
UID:4703-1683716400-1683723600@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Heath Insurance In-Service
DESCRIPTION:Last year Mercy Care asked for input from Volunteers on the topics of interest for in-service programs. The most requested was an informational session on health insurance\, navigating the system and finding the correct plan or guidance for themselves and the Elders they serve. \nAn in-service program and luncheon on Health Insurance will be held on May 10th\, 2023\, from 11 am – 1 pm at Mount Pisgah Lodge in Saranac Lake. Featuring a presentation by Sarah Weilacher\, Coordinator of Services for the Aging\, and Devon Caban\, Case Manager from Franklin County Office for the Aging. In Franklin County\, the Office for the Aging takes the lead in coordinating and supporting HIICAP counselors. Sarah Weilacher is the Coordinator of the HICAP program. Mercy Care will be providing a catered lunch. There is no cost to attend this program\, but registration is required. Please RSVP to Lexi Bevilacqua\, Program Director at abevilacqua@adkmercy.org\, or call 518-523-5446.
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/heath-insurance-in-service/
LOCATION:Mount Pisagh Lodge\, Pisgah Lane\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20221118T200930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T183156Z
UID:4442-1674637200-1674660600@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training covering topics from spiritual caregiving to community resources.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required. 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training-copy/
LOCATION:St. Thomas Episcopal Church\, 8 Brentwood Ave.\, Tupper Lake\, 12986\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20230105T164018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T164154Z
UID:4505-1672905600-1672938000@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Parish Nursing Informational Zoom Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care will be hosting two 30-45 minute informational sessions via Zoom to discuss the role and responsibilities of a Parish Nurse.  Who are Parish Nurses\, what do they do/not do\, time commitment\, and information on Mercy Care’s upcoming Foundations of Faith Community (Parish Nurse) Training Course.  These courses will be offered Fridays and Saturdays in March 2023.  If you would like to join one of these informational sessions\, please fill out the contact form below. \nInformational Session Dates: \n January 26th at 10 am  \nFebruary 15th at 5 pm \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/parish-nursing-informational-zoom-sessions/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20221025T135825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T131318Z
UID:4236-1668517200-1668517200@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Seasonal Tea and Craft Social
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care for the Adirondacks is hosting a Seasonal Tea and Craft Social on November 15th at 1:00 p.m. at Paul Smith’s College Visitor Interpretive Center for our Volunteers\, partner Volunteers\, and their Elder Friends. The event will feature a Bird Watching Presentation from a current Paul Smith’s College Student\, seasonal confections and tea\, and a birdhouse building craft. \nRegistration is free\, but pre-registration is required. Please RSVP to Lexi Bevilacqua at abevilacqua@adkmercy.org or 518-523-5446.
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/seasonal-tea-and-craft-social/
LOCATION:Paul Smith’s College VIC\, 8023 State Route 30\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983
CATEGORIES:Community,Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T143534
CREATED:20220621T195425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T141805Z
UID:3616-1666170000-1666193400@www.adkmercy.org
SUMMARY:Friendship Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:Mercy Care Friendship Volunteers are caring people interested in enhancing the lives of elders in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondacks.  Imagine the joy and comfort you\, as a Mercy Care Friendship Volunteer can bring to an elder neighbor’s life.  Volunteers of all faiths are encouraged and welcome to join the Mercy Care family. \nFriendship Volunteers complete seven hours of training covering topics from spiritual caregiving to community resources.  Volunteers are screened through background checks\, references\, and personal interviews.  Mercy Care acknowledges with deep appreciation these precious gifts of time and love.  Training is offered free of charge to anyone 18 years of age or older but pre-registration is required. 
URL:https://www.adkmercy.org/event/friendship-volunteer-training/
LOCATION:St. Lukes Episcopal Church\, Saranac Lake\, 136 Main St\, Saranac Lake\, NY\, 12983\, United States
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