ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc., in partnership with the Ohio Department of Aging, has announced the return of the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program for income-eligible older adult residents of Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Marion, Morrow, Richland, Seneca, and Wyandot counties. The program provides income-eligible seniors with $50 in […]
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Area Agency on Aging scholarship applications are open
ONTARIO – The Area Agency on Aging announces the start of its 2025 Scholarship Program, aimed at supporting individuals pursuing higher education or certification in the field of aging or disability services. The Foundation Board will award three scholarships to deserving individuals who demonstrate a commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of […]
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Rose, Wolfe are new trustees appointed to Area Agency on Aging board
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its Corporate Board of Trustees: Tamara Wolfe as the Wyandot County representative and Pam Rose as the Knox County representative. Tamara Wolfe MS, BSN, RN has previously served as the Agency’s Foundation Board […]
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Area Agency on Aging sets Oct. 30 for Caregiver Appreciation event
ONTARIO – The Area Agency on Aging, Inc. invites caregivers of all ages to a special Caregiver Appreciation event on Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the following locations. Please RSVP to your county listed below: Ashland County Council on Aging – 419-281-1477 Crawford County Council on Aging – 419-562-3050, ext. […]
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Medicare Part D information session set for Oct. 11 in Ontario
ONTARIO – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will be hosting a Medicare Part D Information Session on Friday, Oct. 11 at 10 a.m. located at 2131 Park Ave. West, in Ontario in the Hawkins Conference Center. Please note the event will be streaming on Facebook Live. Connect through our Facebook Page at […]
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Area Agency on Aging hosts vaccine clinics
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is proud to announce vaccine clinics will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at the following locations: Oct. 4 at Hawkins Conference Center, located at 2131 Park Avenue West, Ontario. Oct. 11 at Third Street Family Health Services, located at 600 W. Third […]
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Area Agency on Aging accepting applications for social isolation grants
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is offering grant opportunities to address social isolation among Richland County older adults. Older adults are at increased risk for loneliness and social isolation due to factors such as living alone, the loss of family or friends, chronic illness, and hearing loss. The purpose […]
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‘Welcome to Medicare’ event set for May 23 in Ontario
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging and Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) will be hosting a free event to welcome new Medicare recipients to the area. The event, titled “Welcome to Medicare,” will be on Thursday, May 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Hawkins Corner, located at 2131 […]
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Senior Spring Extravaganza set for May 16 at Richland County Fairgrounds
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will hold a Senior Spring Extravaganza on May 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Richland County Fairgrounds in Mansfield. This free event, hosted by the Area Agency on Aging, is held in recognition of Older Americans Month, and offers guests entertainment, refreshments, resources, […]
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Area Agency on Aging to “Spring into Health” event on March 5
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is happy to announce the upcoming “Spring into Health” event, dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults in our community. This comprehensive event, scheduled for March 5 from 1 to 3 p.m. will offer a diverse range of educational sessions and valuable resources […]