40 The Courier SUN • APRIL 11, 2013 for breaking news visit www.couriersun.com SCOTT BARON’S STAR OF QUEENS brought to you by SCOTT BARON & ASSOCICATES, P.C. Attorneys & Counselors at Law 1-866-WAS-HURT (866) 927-4878 718.738.9800 star OF queens Suzanne Windland Volunteer coordinator Services for Adult Persons Now, Inc (SNAP) COMMUNITY SERVICE: As volunteer coordinator for Services for Adult Persons Now, Inc (SNAP), Suzanne Windland makes sure that the seniors of eastern Queens are not left alone. Windland finds volunteers of all ages to visit the elderly homebound for one hour a week, assisting them with food shopping, household tasks or simply just spending time playing games. “They’re there to be a friend,” Windland said. “It has made an amazing impact on so many seniors. It’s an easy way for those with busy schedules who want to give back to be able to.” SNAP has been working from its location in Queens Village for the past 25 years. The group also provides Meals on Wheels for the homebound, bereavement services, as well as offering meals and classes at the center. JOB/BACKGROUND: In her spare time, Windland works as a Zumba instructor for people of all ages. She has also been heavily involved with the local Parent Teacher Associations at the schools her three daughters attended, all of whom graduated from the NYC public school system. INSPIRATION: Windland says she gets the immediate gratification from the seniors who volunteers visit and are an inspiration to continue the work of SNAP. She says this is something that extends to the volunteers themselves, as they receive joy in knowing they have helped. FAVORITE MEMORY: Windland remembers one instance in which an elderly person who painted was paired up with a volunteer who also painted. Before having a visitor, the senior was lonely and did not paint as much. After having the visits, the two would paint together. “The paintings that came out of that partnership were amazing,” said W indland. BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Windland says the hardest challenge is finding volunteers who are able to take public transportation to the seniors’ homes. “Sometimes it takes the volunteers up to an hour to get to the home. That’s why I’m ecstatic when someone says they have a car.” At Gilman Ciocia, you’ll receive 25% OFF* whatever you paid your accountant last year. And that’s only the beginning. We like saving people money on their taxes - and we’d like to help you. With the economy the way it is, there’s never been a better time to take control of your taxes. Call to schedule an appointment Queens Office: 35-30 Francis Lewis Blvd. Flushing, NY 11358 718-304-2035 www.gtax.com BY ANTHONY O’REILLY Jim Ciocia, Founder and Chairman *$99 minimum tax preparation fee. Please bring your invoice from last years tax preparation fees. Offer available for 2012 tax returns only. Not to be combined with any other offer. Non-negotiable. No cash value. If you had your taxes prepared by Gilman Ciocia in 2012, you do not qualify for this promotion. This discount must be requested at time of service, no credits will be issued after the tax return has been filed. Offer expires March 31, 2013.
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