Alzheimer's Advice

Alison Farison, volunteer coordinator (alfarison@alz.org) for the Northeastern New York Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, was our speaker today. As Alison told us, and can be seen on their web site, the NNYCAA provides numerous services free of charge to those who may be suffering from or affected by Alzheimer's, including caregivers. The Alzheimer's Association also has research, education, lobbying and fund-raising roles, along with many opportunities for volunteers. A Capital Region Walk to End Alzheimer's is scheduled for September 21. 

The organization has a toll-free 24/7 help line at 800-272-3900.

Still Farming in Malta

The speaker at Thursday's meeting was Malta farmer and entrepreneur Dave Avenarius (shown here with Miles Cornthwaite from our club). Dave shared his story about growing up in Malta and becoming intrigued by a neighboring farm, wanting to work there even as a young boy. Years later, he was able to buy the farm bit by bit and now lives there with his family. Lake View Farms is currently about 135 acres at the intersection of Malta Avenue Extension and Nelson Avenue Extension. There, Dave raises beef cattle, a few pigs, and sells farm fresh eggs at a roadside stand. He also produces local honey, which can be purchased at Spa Cleaners in Ballston Spa. He works to improve the soil and produce healthy, humanely-raised products.