May 11, 2022
The Agency sponsors Generation Rx as a free, online workshop for older adults 10-11am on Friday, May 20. Registration is requested by May 18 in order to receive the Zoom link....
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May 9, 2022
The Ohio Department of Aging chose Older Americans Month to focus on outstanding older adults and seek nominations for induction into the Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. The hall...
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May 5, 2022
The month of May is dedicated to honoring the older adults in our communities through the celebration of Older Americans Month. Older Americans Month is a time to recognize the...
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April 25, 2022
Next week begins a month-long celebration of older Ohioans in your family and communities marking May as Older Americans Month. Many counties in our region plan recognition activities including naming...
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April 13, 2022
The 2022 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides $50 coupons to eligible older adults age 60 and older for use at participating farmers markets and roadside stands. The program runs...
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April 12, 2022
National Healthcare Decisions Day spotlights the importance of having conversations with loved ones about your own or their advance care planning. To learn more, visit the DecidetobeHeard.org website for more...
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April 11, 2022
Summer is better when feeling your best. Prepare in the spring with a new round of workshops including Healthy Living with Chronic Conditions, Healthy Living With Diabetes, and Healthy Living...
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March 29, 2022
The Area Agency on Aging has an opening on its Advisory Council to represent Miami County. This is a replacement term ending March 31, 2024, and then renewable for three...
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March 23, 2022
Springtime in Ohio is a mixed bag weather-wise and a good time to review contingency plans to keep yourself, your loved ones, and home safe and secure. For Severe Weather...
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March 18, 2022
Vaccination continues to be a significant factor in fighting future surges of the Covid-19 virus variants. Find the most up-to-date regional information from the Ohio Department of Health by calling...
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March 15, 2022
It’s not a bad idea to keep some home Covid-19 tests at-hand, and every home in the U.S. is now eligible to order 2 sets each of 4 free at-home...
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March 14, 2022
The recent time change is a good reminder to think about safety within the home. Fire safety experts use Daylight Saving Time as a reminder to test home smoke alarms...
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February 24, 2022
The Agency offers Planning Ahead: Power of Attorney, Wills and More as a free, online workshop for family caregivers 10-11:30am on Wednesday, April 6. Guest speaker Judy LaMusga, Attorney and...
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February 15, 2022
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) advises people owning older cell phones, tablets, emergency response systems, and some home alarm systems with mobile connections to check with their service provider on...
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February 2, 2022
The Ohio Department of Aging encourages older Ohioans and caregivers to have an emergency plan and kit that will allow them to remain in place for at least three days...
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January 28, 2022
In late fall 2021, the Area Agency on Aging collected responses to a community survey seeking information and opinions to assist in planning for the future needs of the aging...
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January 19, 2022
Starting this week, every home in the U.S. is eligible to order four free at-home Covid-19 tests through a federal program. Orders are expected to ship in 7-12 days. The website...
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January 5, 2022
There are only a few spaces left – sign up today! The Agency offers six-week workshops to help adults better manage chronic pain, diabetes/pre-diabetes, and chronic health conditions in general....
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January 4, 2022
The Area Agency on Aging seeks speakers to present one-hour programs specific to education of family caregivers within our nine-county region. The goal of these trainings is to provide education...
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January 3, 2022
The Agency seeks people to learn and help others by becoming a Healthy U Leader. New Leader training will be March 7, 8, 10 & 11 in Fairborn. No medical...
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October 28, 2021
The Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2 seeks proposals from service providers who are interested in receiving a contract for fiscal year February 15, 2022 – December 31, 2022 through...
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October 22, 2021
The Agency welcomes your experience and opinions through our 2022 Community Assessment Survey to help us in planning for the future service needs of our aging population. The Agency will...
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October 19, 2021
The Montgomery County Human Services Levy is up for renewal as Issue 1 on Nov. 2. Part of this levy funding supports the Agency’s ComCare program that provides home help...
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October 11, 2021
To comply with federal requirements, the Area Agency on Aging will conduct a Public Hearing via Zoom at 10:00am on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. The Agency will invite comments on...
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October 4, 2021
As colder weather sets in, the Area Agency on Aging joins the Ohio Department of Development to remind older Ohioans that assistance is available to help with home energy bills....
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September 13, 2021
Covid-19 Vax on the Spot partners with pharmacies and community organizations to provide convenient walk-in and pop-up clinics throughout Ohio for Medicaid and MyCare members. Covid-19 is a virus that...
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August 18, 2021
The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) and Sandata Technologies are hosting two upcoming Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) webinars this month focusing on Sandata EVV data entry. The intended audience are...
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August 5, 2021
Within this past year, Ohioans have stepped up to the challenges presented by the pandemic and are turning the corner away from the coronavirus. The Ohio Department of Health (ODH)...
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August 5, 2021
Ohio’s aging network advocated for an increase in provider-reimbursement rates and additional funding for Senior Community Services (SCS) throughout the spring. A 6% increase added in increments through 2022 and...
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July 12, 2021
The Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Task Force is hosting virtual forums 10am-Noon and 2-4pm this week – July 13, 14 and 15 – seeking public comment from medical professionals, service providers,...
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June 21, 2021
This year’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Summer Crisis Program (SCP) will provide eligible households with a one-time benefit to assist with electric utility bills, central air conditioning repairs, and...
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June 15, 2021
The Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2 seeks proposals from service providers who are interested in receiving a contract for fiscal year January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022 through...
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April 26, 2021
Fresh fruits and vegetables add flavor and variety to meals and are key to a healthy diet, but there is not always room in the shopping budget to include them....
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March 25, 2021
The Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2 seeks Letters of Intent from service providers who are interested in receiving a contract through a competitive Request For Proposal process for provision...
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February 22, 2021
To help combat dangerous misinformation about Covid-19 vaccines, the Ohio Department of Health is hosting four online Vaccine Town Halls to provide reliable, trustworthy information. Each Town Hall has a...
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February 8, 2021
Consider helping older adults in your community by representing your county on the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council. We currently seek representatives for Clark, Miami, Montgomery and Preble counties....
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February 8, 2021
The Area Agency on Aging seeks speakers to present one-hour programs specific to education of family caregivers within our nine-county region. The goal of these trainings is to provide education...
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January 15, 2021
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) in collaboration with local health departments is preparing to distribute safe, effective Covid-19 vaccines statewide starting the week of January 19 to Ohioans who...
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December 23, 2020
During the month of December, more than 10 million disposable face masks will be mailed to 2.1 million Ohioans age 65 and older through the 10 Million Mask Mailer conducted...
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March 22, 2022
The deadline to submit nominations for the Agency’s 2022 Outstanding Senior Citizen Awards is Friday, March 25. One award each is presented in Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery,...
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