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ATTENTION: Update your profile to receive COA news and updates that matter to you!
We want to tailor the information you receive from Council on Aging based on the county(ies) you live or work in. This will help ensure you receive news and information that is relevant to you. Click the "Update Profile" link in the footer of this email to update your contact details and choose the county(ies) for which you would like to receive news and updates. For general COA news and updates, also select the "COA E-Newsletter" option. Thank you!
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Be the reason area older adults remain safely at home
Looking for flexible hours and generous benefits working within a hybrid workforce – while most importantly, making a difference? COA is actively hiring LSWs and RNs for Care Manager, Clinical Supervisor and Assessor positions. You can have work-life balance AND make a difference in someone's life while working at COA. See all open positions and apply today!
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Team member shares her COA experience
The list of reasons to join the team at Council on Aging is long, but it all starts with our mission to help older adults, caregivers and those with disabilities. COA social worker Aubry feels the most rewarding part of her job is keeping adults at home as they age. Click here to read more of her story.
Click here to see a video about working at COA.
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Save the date - Network, Learn and Be Inspired at COA's 2024 Forum on Aging
Council on Aging's popular Forum on Aging conference will take place March 5-6 at the Sharonville Convention Center. This conference is one of the most anticipated in our region! Social workers, nurses, nursing home administrators and activity professionals can earn up to 12 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) at the conference. Registration will open in early January and complete information will be on our website.
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Promote your business at COA's 2024 Forum on Aging
Is your organization looking for opportunities to showcase your products and services to 500+ professionals in the aging and disabilities services network? Then one of your best bets is to become a sponsor of COA's 2024 Forum on Aging!
A variety of sponsorship levels are available, including a new Keynote Sponsor that will promote your company name and brand. Early sponsors get the most visibility among attendees, so act now!
Click here to view all sponsorship opportunities.
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COA advocacy efforts result in important 'wins' for constituents
One of the important and invaluable functions of Council on Aging (COA) in its efforts to serve older adults, caregivers and those with disabilities in southwestern Ohio is to advocate on their behalf. For example, in the past year, COA has successfully advocated for an increase in the hourly rate paid to home health aides. Click here to read more.
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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Older adults can be prime targets for cybercriminals. This month, we're partnering with Hamilton County Prosecutor Melissa Powers to share information that may help protect you or someone you know from becoming a victim of cybercrime and scams. Learn more and connect to resources here.
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Council on Aging Board of Trustees Spotlight: Leonard Wagers
Leonard G. Wagers, of Butler County, first joined COA’s Board of Trustees in February 2018 as a member of the board’s audit sub-committee. He became a regular member of the board in 2019. As chief financial officer at Woodhull LLC, Wagers brings extensive financial expertise to COA’s board where he serves on the board’s finance and executive committees, as well as the board’s treasurer. Click here to read more about Wagers and what motivates him to serve on COA's Board.
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Home Health Aide Hero Awards: nominations now open
Council on Aging is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Home Health Aide Hero Awards. In recognizing these hardworking individuals, we aim to show our appreciation for their tireless efforts in helping older adults remain independent in their homes and communities. Winners will be honored at Council on Aging's 2024 Forum on Aging and Annual Meeting. Click here to read more.
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COA offers self-pay transportation service
Council on Aging’s innovative home52 Transportation service is now available to adults in southwestern Ohio who need transportation to medical and other appointments. Click here to read more...including how you can give the gift of transportation this holiday season!
home 52 Transportation honored by USAging
home52 Transportation was recently selected by USAging as an innovative transportation model to be showcased on the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center website. Click here to read more about our success.
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COA and Live Well receive national recognition for innovative changes to local meal programs
Council on Aging and the Live Well Collaborative recently received a first place 2023 dmi:Design Value Award from the Design Management Institute (DMI) for work on a project that sought to redesign the way meal programs are delivered to older adults through select Council on Aging programs. Click here to read more.
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Below are links to some of our recent news in the local media.
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Butler County to spend $1M enhancing senior services. Click here to read more from the Journal-News. Click here for more from WCPO.
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Thanks to funding from the USAging-led Aging and Disability Vaccination Collaborative, COA recently hosted vaccination clinics in Clinton County. Click here to read more.
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COA's Outreach Bureau is a service available to area businesses and organizations to provide education through speaking engagements and information tables at events. The Outreach Bureau shares information about COA programs and services for older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers. Click here to learn more. | |
COA provided information at the recent Kroger Wellness Festival, held in downtown Cincinnati. | |
COA shared information with patrons at Clermont County Public Library's Union Township branch. | |
If you know of a business or organization that would benefit from having COA brochures for display, please contact COA's communications department here. | |
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Hamilton County's 513Relief Bus takes COA into the community
COA is southwestern Ohio’s “front door” for information related to aging and aging services, assisting most individuals by phone or electronically. But our partnership with Hamilton County’s 513Relief Bus has opened the door to meeting people face-to-face, where they live and work. Click here to read the story.
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Older adults urged to stay updated on three
important vaccines
As we move into fall, it is important that older adults – and all others recommended to do so – are up to date on vaccines for seasonal flu, COVID-19 and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). Click here for information about why the vaccines are needed, and where to find them.
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Have you heard of Bingocize?
Bingocize is a fun, safe way to be more active. It is a 10-week program that combines the fun of bingo and the importance of health education. Click here to watch a Bingocize class in action in this story from Spectrum News. To learn more about Bingocize and COA’s other health and wellness workshops, including Tai Chi and Diabetes Self-Management, click here.
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Social Security announces 3.2 percent benefit increase
for 2024
The 3.2 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 66 million Social Security beneficiaries. Recipients may receive increases as soon as December 29, 2023. Click here to read more.
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It's time for Medicare Open Enrollment
Knowing the ins and outs of Medicare and choosing a plan that works for you can be daunting! The Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) has trained volunteer staff to help you navigate the enrollment process and plan selection. They can be contacted at 800-686-1578.
Click here to access an overview of Medicare benefits and options in Ohio.
Click here to attend an upcoming informational webinar through the Ohio Department of Insurance.
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COA is looking for qualified contractors
Council on Aging is seeking to contract with qualified individuals or agencies to provide Environmental Services including major housecleaning, pest control and waste removal for clients in Butler, Clinton, Hamilton and Warren counties.
Environmental Services restore a client's home to a safe and healthy living environment by removing hazards which may pose a health threat. To learn more about this opportunity, click here to complete a short interest form. You will be contacted by a member of our Provider Services team.
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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. | | | | |
