We are honored to provide support for deaf elderly people and be able to use Rochester Recreation Club for the Deaf's clubhouse of meet during the day time.

DEAR, a social group, meets at RRCD on a regular basis to provide daytime opportunities for deaf senior citizens to socialize. It meets twice a month, on the second and fourth of Wednesdays, from 10 am to 3 pm.

DEAR was formed in 1974 when active deaf senior citizens found it difficulty to go out in the evenings to socialize. They wanted to meet during the daytime, so D.E.A.R was formed for this purpose.

At the clubhouse, the seniors play cards or other games. In other words, they socialize! They bring their own lunch. Special events are occasionally planned, such as daytime trips and having speakers on topics of interest. Sometimes a catered lunch may be served during the holidays.

Membership into D.E.A.R. is $5.00 per year. Admission to each D.E.A.R. social is $2.00 which covers unlimited coffee drinks. Beverages except coffee and tea are bought at the club. General meetings are held four times a year.

Officers currently serving are President, Audrey Schell; Vice-President, Sophie Bleiwess; Secretary, Carmen Sciandra and Treasurer, Paula Wollenhaupt.

For more information, contact President Schell at VP: (585) 286-2251 or by e-mail: Audpenny@yahoo.com