Council on Aging News for Clermont County | | | | |
Help older adults age with dignity
Older adults in our community often face urgent needs - like a ride to the doctor, a warm meal or help keeping the lights on. Many live alone, on fixed incomes and without the support they need to age with dignity.
With your support, COA can help.
Your donation to COA helps provide home-delivered meals, caregiver support and other essential services that empower older adults and their caregivers. You could help people like Suzy and Lyrica.
Scan the code or click here to donate and make a lasting impact. Together, we can make aging better for everyone.
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home52 Transportation now offers free and private pay rides for eligible adults in Clermont County
Do you need specialized transportation to attend social events or make a quick trip to the pharmacy? home52 Transportation can help.
home52 Transportation is a coordination center focused on scheduling and organizing transportation for adults and individuals with disabilities. home52 provides a different transportation experience than traditional commercial, public transit and rideshare services. Door-through-door services utilize specialized vehicles and trained providers to ensure safe rides.
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Medicaid Enrollees: Through a contract with Clermont County Job and Family Services, home52 Transportation can provide non-emergency medical transportation for adults eligible for regular Medicaid. To learn more, including, including how to schedule, click here.
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Other riders: Thanks to generous grant support, home52 Transportation can provide free rides for eligible adults in Clermont County. This grant funding eliminated transportation barriers for Zethree who is living with congestive heart failure. Read more about her story here.
For more information, including eligibility guidelines and a ride application, click here.
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Save the date - Council on Aging's 2026 Annual Meeting and Awards
Friday, May 15, 2026; 8 - 9:30 a.m.
Cooper Creek Center, Blue Ash, OH 45241
The morning will include a continental breakfast, COA's Impact Report, awards and Keynote address by the Pease Brothers.
It will also be an opportunity to celebrate Council on Aging's 55 years in the community. Stay tuned for more details!
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It's almost time to register for Forum on Aging!
Mark your calendars for March 3-4, 2026 at the Sharonville Convention Center. This informative two-day conference provides up to 12 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for professionals in the field of aging. It is one of the most popular conferences for certified care managers, social workers, nurses, nursing home administrators, and activity professionals in our area. Registration will open in late December.
Scheduled 2026 Keynote Presenters: Therese Gopaul Robinson, Author, Consultant and
Kim Vesey, Author, Hospice Nurse. Learn more.
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Promote your business at the 2026 Forum on Aging
Do you want to highlight your company's products and services to more than 500 professionals in the aging and disability networks? Become a sponsor for the Forum on Aging! We offer various sponsorship levels, that will showcase your company name and brand to a wide audience of industry professionals. Early sponsors receive the highest visibility among attendees, so don’t wait!
Click here to explore all available sponsorship opportunities.
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We’re growing and hiring professionals for assessment and care coordination
COA is seeking compassionate, skilled professionals—both licensed and non-licensed—to join our dynamic care management team. Whether you're a seasoned RN, LPN or licensed social worker—or a dedicated human (social) services professional—we’re hiring for a variety of roles that align with your experience, interests and career goals. See all positions and apply today!
We're launching new career-specific email alerts to keep you updated! To sign up, click here.
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Help bring joy to older adults this holiday season
COA is participating again this year in Home Instead’s Be a Santa to a Senior project. We are collecting, wrapping and delivering holiday gifts to residents at two apartment communities in our area. Please consider helping us fulfill the wish lists of these older adults who sometimes go without the basics that many of us take for granted.
Learn how to participate.
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COA staff honored by Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging
COA staff members were recognized by Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging (o4a) with a joint AAA Staff Person of the Year award. This year, instead of a single individual, the award recognized multiple leaders and their exceptional contributions to Ohio's Aging Network. COA staff represented four of the 11 honorees.
Ronnie Spears, Chief Financial Officer
Andy Craig, Chief Information Security Officer
Antoinette Moore, Manager Projects and Innovation
Sharon Fusco, Interim Chief Information Officer (not pictured)
Congratulations to all! To learn more, click here.
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Council on Aging Board Member Profile: Gabrielle Belser
Council on Aging (COA) is overseen by a board of trustees and assisted by an advisory council.
Gabrielle Belser joined COA's Board of Trustees in October 2024. She serves on the board's Human Resources and Finance and Compliance committees. Read more.
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COA shares food resources on its website
During uncertain times, some people may experience new or short-term needs. As the region’s Area Agency on Aging, Council on Aging works to connect people to programs, services and resources that can help meet their needs and improve quality of life.
In response to concerns around availability of SNAP benefits, COA has compiled resources on its website to help people connect to alternative resources, including food pantries and congregate meals.
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Estate planning matters more than you think
Whether you’re in your 30s or your 70s, estate planning is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones, preserve your legacy, and ensure your wishes are honored when you’re no longer here to voice them.
Dennison Keller, local Elder Law attorney, shares more here.
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Honoring the aging journey - for animals and people alike
Just like people, animals experience changes with age and the dedicated care teams ensure every individual receives the support they need to thrive. At the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, care doesn’t diminish as an animal grows older; it deepens.
The Zoo's Brittany Garera-Stapleton shares more, here.
Related: Interested in volunteering at the Zoo? Learn more here.
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Protect yourself from being victimized by fraud or scams
It's unfortunate, but ANYONE can be scammed and older adults are often targeted.
No matter how educated you are, it can happen to you. Fraudsters prey on emotions, not intellect. Susan Monnin, Butler County Prosecutor's office, shares more here.
| | COA serves five counties in southwestern Ohio. COA staff, board and advisory council volunteers share information and provide education about COA through a variety of community-based activities. Click here to learn more. | | COA sponsored the annual Elder Care Symposium at Oasis Conference Center. The day was hosted by The Law Practice of Dennison Keller. | | Attendees at the IPM Food Pantry Drive Through in November received information about COA's services. | | Employees at the Cincinnati Zoo learned about COA at their wellness fair in October. | | |
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With the push of a button, you, too, can learn and make new friends
Council on Aging offers free workshops - in person and virtual - on multiple health-related topics like diabetes, chronic pain, falls prevention and Bingocize.
Volunteer workshop leader Anita Burton-Heck shares more about the benefits of virtual workshops here.
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Tips to avoid winter falls
It's a double whammy. The combination of being unsteady on your feet plus needing to navigate the hazards that come with unpredictable winter weather can make getting around not only inconvenient, but dangerous.
Stephanie Lambers, Occupational Therapist with TriHealth, shares more here.
Related: Home Instead hosts free winter safety webinar Dec. 3
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COA supports family caregivers
Caring for an older loved one can be challenging. There are many aspects to consider and responsibilities to juggle. Council on Aging supports family caregivers in many ways. Maybe it’s a conversation, perhaps a home visit from COA’s caregiving support team.
Brenda is a caregiver who received support from COA in an unexpected way. View her story.
To learn more:
COA’s Caregiver Support Program
COA supports working caregivers
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HEAP accepting applications
Ohio’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is back and now accepting applications from qualifying older Ohioans for assistance with their home energy bills.
To learn more, click here.
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Wellness tip... Drink more tea.
All types of teas are chock full of goodness. And a warm cup of tea can be just the thing to perk up a chilly day! To learn what WebMD has to share, click here.
To learn about how COA supports health and wellness, click here.
| | Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio (COA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing quality of life for older adults, people with disabilities, their families and caregivers. We promote choice, independence, dignity and well-being through a range of services that help people remain in their homes for as long as possible. | | | | |
