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Advocacy

The Area Agency on Aging advocates for people just like you and your neighbors—retaining as much independence as possible as we age.

We speak out for the causes and legislation that benefits our aging population. As a member of the Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging, we work tirelessly to ensure your voice is heard.

We conducted a Community Health Needs Assessment throughout our nine counties in fall 2025 to assist in identifying community needs specific to our unique demographics and region in developing a comprehensive 2027-2030 four-year plan. We seek to strengthen existing partnerships and develop new ones toward providing resources and addressing gaps to help residents throughout our region to age in safety and contentment in their preferred homes. Click on the links below to view:

AS PART OF THE OHIO ASSOCIATION OF AREA AGENCIES ON AGING:

  • We communicate with Ohioans about aging related issues and events on both state and federal levels
  • We maintain dialogue with elected and appointed officials about the needs of older Ohioans
  • We initiate and champion legislation and actions in support of Ohio’s older adults, their families, and caregivers and the programs and services that affect them
  • We track bills of interest to the aging network as they move through the legislative process on both state and federal levels.

More Advocacy Efforts

For more information about our advocacy efforts, visit the Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging’s advocacy page. The Area Agency on Aging urges you to learn more about the issues that affect you most and communicate with your elected officials through our links below:

ADVOCACY LINKS