On June 5, COA will welcome a group of recent college graduates into its first-ever New Grad Training Program. The program offers tracks in both Case Management and Business/Operations to those interested in working in the social service field. Both tracks will immerse participants in a well-rounded experience in their area of interest while they earn a salary. There are only a few spots remaining in this year’s class. Click here for more information and to apply.

We’re hiring LSWs, RNs and those with bachelor’s degrees in social service-related fields to fill open Care Manager and Assessor positions. If you’re an experienced accountant who wants to work for a mission-driven organization, consider our Senior Accountant position. Click here for job descriptions and to apply.

From launching an original mobile app and a virtual reality-based caregiver training program to piloting different ways to deliver services to our clients, 2022 was all about innovation at COA. Click here to learn more about our innovations and read other important stories in our 2022 Impact Report.

James Cowan is in his fifth year as board member, representing Hamilton County and serving as the Chair of COA’s SOAR Committee (Strategic Opportunities and Relationships). Cowan is Assistant Vice President DEI Strategy Lead for Ohio National Financial Services. Click here to learn more about him.

Read more about our advocacy efforts in this recent opinion piece, written by Council on Aging CEO Suzanne Burke, in The Cincinnati Enquirer. 

May is Older Americans Month and COA is celebrating by sponsoring the 2nd Annual Local 12 Health & Retirement Expo on May 3 at the Sharonville Convention Center. Join us and learn how COA and other valued community resources may fit into your life or the life of someone you know.

Click here for more information about the Health & Retirement Expo.

Council on Aging Senior Innovation Designer Jai'La Nored recently received the 2023 VUCA Leadership Award from the Leadership Council for Nonprofits. Click here to read more.

In March, Council on Aging's Vice President of Program Operations, Ken Wilson, received the Tristate chapter of the Association of Professionals in Aging's (APA) Project of the Year Award for the Homebound Vaccination Program.

Click here to learn more about the award and COA's Homebound Vaccination Program. 

COA Assessor Kesha Williams PhD, CAHS was recognized by the UC Lindner College of Business with the prestigious 2023 PACEsetter Award. The award is given to graduates who embody professionalism, academics, character and engagement in their personal and professional lives. In receiving the award, Kesha was cited for her “passion for social work, entrepreneurship and innovating solutions to real-world problems.” Click here to learn more about Kesha and the award.  

Do you know of a direct care worker who goes above and beyond for their clients? If so, please consider nominating them for a Council on Aging Service Excellence Award to recognize their hard work. Click here for more information and to make a nomination.

COA's outreach bureau is a service available to area businesses and organizations to provide education about available programs and services for older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers. Click here to learn more.

If you know of a business or organization that would benefit from having COA brochures for display, please contact COA Communications by clicking here.

Beginning earlier this year, COA partnered with Hamilton County to include a specialist on the county’s 513Relief Bus for a portion of its 2023 stops. Our specialist screens older adults and caregivers for potential qualification in COA programs and services; connects them to aging- and disability-related community resources; and provides advice and direction related to aging, disability, caregiving or long-term care services. Our specialist will be on the bus for eight stops in May. Click here for date and location details. 

Council on Aging is helping low-income older adults enroll in the free U.S. Department of Agriculture Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program. The program provides fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables through participating farmers markets. COA will hold enrollment events across its service area. Older adults who would like to enroll must attend one of these enrollment events. Click here for information about eligibility requirements, enrollment events and participating farmers' markets.

When it comes to leading a full life, mental health is equally as important as physical health for the overall well-being of older adults. Andrea McCrate of the Recovery Center of Hamilton County, shares more here. 

Council on Aging offers a variety of free health and wellness programs designed with older adults and caregivers in mind. Here are just a few:

Click here to learn more.

COA has joined the Kroger Community Rewards program! It couldn't be easier to raise funds to support our mission. All you have to do is select COA as your designated organization in your Kroger account. Every time you shop using your rewards card, we'll receive credit. Click here for instructions on how to set this up. We appreciate your support! 

The deadline to submit applications for the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is May 31, 2023. Applicants who qualify may receive assistance to pay for their winter heating bills. For more information, click here.

The Ohio Department of Aging is seeking nominations of outstanding older adults to induct into the Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame for the Class of 2023. Click here for details.

Beginning April 28, anyone requesting a new service or additional line in the traditional 513 region will receive a number beginning with a 283 area code. Click here to read more.