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Nominations Sought for Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame

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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Age Your Way During Older Americans Month

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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Area Events planned for Older Americans Month

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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National Healthcare Decisions Day is April 16

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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Vaccination for Combating Covid-19

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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Free Home Covid Tests Available

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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Time Change Reminder for Home Safety Tips

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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Family Caregiver Workshop Focuses on Power of Attorney, Wills and More

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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Check Older Mobile Devices for 3G Connection

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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Preparing for Winter Weather

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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