Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2 - Spring 2022 |
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Agency Expands Caregiver Resources
The Agency expanded its Trualta online caregiver resource to offer 24/7 information, education and support to caregivers throughout its entire nine-county region: Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Shelby counties.
Trualta is an innovative program offering free online resources to help families manage caregiving at home. The program provides educational resources, planning tools, and tips to help caregivers take better care of their loved ones and themselves. It includes a range of caregiving topics, short educational video modules, information addressing challenging care situations, printable tip sheets, plus local event and support resources. Online availability allows caregivers to access the materials at their own convenience anytime day or night.
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Older Americans Month
Senior Day Celebrations
Multiple counties in our region are celebrating Older Americans Month (OAM) in May. The 2022 theme is Age My Way to focus on how older adults can age in their communities, living independently for as long as possible and participating in ways they choose.
Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, every Council/Coalition on Aging in our nine-county region held in-person Senior Day events. This year offers a mix of opportunities including May events in some counties and others opting to celebrate later in the year or waiting until 2023. Click here for a list of OAM activities with information on contacts and registration.
For each county that selected a 2022 Outstanding Senior Citizen, recipients will be honored in the summer Focus on Aging newsletter.
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Advisory Council New Officers, Recognizes Outgoing Members and Welcomes New
The March Advisory Council meeting featured officer elections, recognition of outgoing members, and welcome to new members. Officers for 2022-2023 are:
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Dr. Eric Winston, Chairperson
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Laura Haverkos, Vice-Chairperson
The Council thanked the service of outgoing members Glenn Massie for three years representing Clark County, Tamara Baynard-Ganger for one year representing Miami County, and Debbie Nelson for six years representing Montgomery County.
The Board of Trustees approved the following new Council members:
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Vanita Meese, Clark County,
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Kay Daugherty, Logan County,
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and Oliva Hester, Montgomery County.
The Agency seeks a representative for Miami County to serve on its regional Advisory Council for a replacement term ending March 31, 2024. The Council provides input to the Board of Trustees on development and coordination of community-based systems of services for older persons in our region. Click here for more information and the application form. The application deadline is May 20.
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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program May 1 - November 30
Fresh fruits and vegetables add flavor and variety to meals and are key to a healthy diet, but there is not always room in the shopping budget to include them. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) serves low-income seniors age 60 and older who are at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Line. Approved seniors will receive $50 in coupons to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables!
In partnership with the Ohio Department of Aging and the Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2, Homefull will administer the program for our nine-county service area that includes Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Shelby.
Please click here for more information and an application. Coupons are limited in quantity and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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We're Hiring!
The Area Agency on Aging team hires caring, compassionate workers to help our clients get the services they need to improve their lives. Join our team and get a supportive network of supervisors and co-workers, flexible schedule, and a career that makes a difference in the community. Click here to learn more about our available positions.
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Continuing Education Workshops
Ethics of-End-of-Life Planning: Burden of Love, Not Guilt
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Presenter Judy A. LaMusga, Counselor and Attorney-At-Law.
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May 24, 9:00-12:15pm, Online via Zoom
- $40 for CEUs/$20 to attend without receiving CEUs
Alzheimer's Association of Miami Valley Community Events
LGBT Community Forum - May 17, 6:00-7:30pm
African American Community Forum - June 30, 5:30-7:30pm
Collaboration Against Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation (CAANE)
2022 CAANE Conference presents Out of the Darkness
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June 15, 9:00-2:00pm, Sinclair Community College
- Free event with lunch and parking included.
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Caregiver Corner
Caregiver Workshops (online):
There are many chances in 2022 to attend one of the Agency's free, online workshops on topics specific to family caregivers. Upcoming workshops are:
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Understanding When Caregiving Begins by Kimberly Whiter
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June 14, 1:00-2:00pm
Click here for more information and to register. To receive caregiver informational emails, reach out to khaus@info4seniors.org to sign up.
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Wellness Programming
The Agency offers free wellness programming both as virtual and in-person workshops. The Healthy Living programs are proven through decades of research and review to help people living with chronic health conditions and their caregivers to find strategies toward better everyday living. Preventive measures now can reap major rewards in future health and savings.
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Serving seniors and caregivers in Champaign, Clark, Darke,
Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble and Shelby counties.
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