During the pandemic, receiving a restaurant meal through our comfort meal program and knowing they are not alone or forgotten has made all the difference to thousands of low-income seniors. But program funding is running out, and COVID-19 is still keeping seniors in our area at home and isolated. Won't you help us continue to support these seniors, and the nine local restaurants that have provided more than 47,000 meals since April? $100 feeds 12 seniors, $50 feeds 6, and $25 feeds 3. Corporate sponsorships are also available. Get details and make a donation!

We are honored to receive a Clinton County Community Champions (C4) Award, which highlights the stories of the Clinton County citizens, employers and employees, and organizations who are making an impact in Clinton County, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. We were recognized for our COVID-19 comfort meal program. COA nominee Donna Slone-Gumbert also received a C4 award. Read more.

We need help assembling supply boxes for clients enrolled in our programs, and it's all hands on deck! If you're looking for a way to give back this holiday season, or have a teenager who needs service hours, we'd love for you to join us at our assembly site in Hamilton, 10 am-2 pm on Friday, Dec. 18 or Saturday, Dec. 19. All volunteers will be socially distanced and wearing masks in a well-ventilated, large building. Contact Pat Lalesnel at plalesnel@help4seniors.org or (513) 226-1380 if you can help!

Through Council on Aging’s Healthy U program, older adults and caregivers learn practical ways to better manage chronic conditions. You’ll learn tips for healthy eating, dealing with isolation and more – all in a safe, socially distanced format. Details and workshop schedules are available on our website, or by calling (513) 345-8637.

Despite the release of an effective vaccine, the Coronavirus is still with us and spreading rapidly and widely. With the winter holidays upon us, the CDC is urging caution when celebrating.

The program provides reimbursement up to $15,000 for eligible applicants to help cover the costs of inspections, assessments, maintenance and improvements to indoor heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems to control the spread of the Coronavirus. Eligible senior-focused facilities in Ohio, such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities and adult day centers, may apply by December 30. Get more info.

We're not sure if it's the holidays or news of the COVID vaccine that has us feeling just a little bit lighter, but we thought we'd share some recent news items that we found fun or inspiring.