ONTARIO — The morning of Sept. 11, 2001, is one that shattered the illusion of safety for Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry, she said. A day much like today, she said, with clear blue skies and people waking up with no idea of what was going to unfold. “I don’t think any of us will ever […]
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10 Million Steps to Prevent Falls Walk set for Sept 29
ONTARIO – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. invites the public to join a Prevention Walk on Monday, Sept. 29, to raise awareness about falls prevention. This event is a collaboration between the Area Agency on Aging and Richland County Mobility Management. The walk will take place on the B&O Bike Trail, […]
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Area Agency on Aging presents Richland Academy of the Arts with 2025 Community Service Award
ONTARIO – The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. has announced the Richland Academy of the Arts has been named the 2025 Community Service Awardee. The announcement was made in a ceremony on Friday, Aug. 15 at Hawkins Corner. “We are honored to recognize a community partner whose creative spirit and dedication have […]
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Decades of service: Merris Welge named 2025 Outstanding Senior for Richland County
ONTARIO – Applause and celebration filled the Hawkins Conference Center on Friday, as Richland County native Merris Welge was named a recipient of the 2025 Outstanding Senior Award. Hosted by the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, the annual ceremony highlights individuals from across the region who dedicate their time and services, leaving a […]
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More than 44,000 Ohioans served in Summer Crisis energy program
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Development and the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. are once again offering assistance to help Ohio’s families stay cool during the hot summer months. From July 1 through Sept. 30, income-eligible Ohioans can receive assistance in paying their electric bill, purchasing an air conditioner or fan, […]
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Duana Patton elected president of USAging board of directors
ONTARIO — Duana Patton, Chief Executive Officer of Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc., has been elected to serve as President of the Board of Directors for USAging. The announcement was made during the 50th annual USAging Conference and Tradeshow July 20 to 23. Patton’s two-year term as Board President officially began on Wednesday, […]
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Free Shred-it event open to the public on July 12 at Area Agency on Aging
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will host a free Shred-It event on Saturday, July 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Hawkins Corner, located at 2131 Park Avenue West in Ontario. This community event is brought to you through a grant for outreach, education, […]
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Care program empowers north central Ohio veterans to hire in-home help
The Veteran-Directed Care program allows eligible veterans to hire their own in-home workers to help meet their daily needs.
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Area Agency on Aging announces scholarship recipients
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. Board of Trustees has selected the 2025 Scholarship Program award recipients. Scholarships are made possible by the annual meeting sponsorships. Trisha Harvey, a student at Youngstown State University, is pursuing an advanced degree as a Family Nurse Practitioner where she hopes to serve older […]
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Senior Spring Extravaganza to be held in May for Older Americans Month 2025
ONTARIO — The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. will host the Senior Spring Extravaganza on May 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Richland Mall (now known as the Ontario Center) located at 2209 Richland Mall, Ontario, Ohio 44906. This free event, hosted by the Ohio District 5 Area Agency […]