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April 2024 | News & Updates

FUNDRAISERS & EVENTS

Every $25 donation ensures that seniors in need receive a special meal on these significant days, honoring them in a meaningful way.

Meals for Moms

May 10, 2024

This Mother’s Day, provide nutritious meals to moms in our community!

Dinner for Dads

June 14, 2024

Let’s come together to make a difference in the lives of dads everywhere!

COUNCIL NEWS

Our local community champions have joined forces with us in the #SaveLunch movement this March! Together, we're fighting senior hunger and isolation right here in Osceola. With the support of our amazing champions, we're making a real difference in the lives of our senior neighbors. Every meal delivered, every voice raised, and every donation made helps ensure that no senior goes hungry or feels alone. Let's come together as a community to make a lasting impact.

SENIOR ACTIVITY CLASSES

Upcoming Activity Classes:

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Give the gift of your time!

As we approach National Volunteer Week from April 21 to 27, 2024, we're gearing up to celebrate the incredible spirit of volunteerism that drives our organization. Last year, we were fortunate to have 1080 dedicated volunteers who collectively contributed an astounding 30,053 volunteer hours.

To all our volunteers, past and present, we extend our deepest gratitude for your unwavering commitment to making a difference in our community.

As we commemorate this special week, we also wish to highlight a pressing need within the Council on Aging Meals on Wheels program. Our team of volunteers currently provides home delivered meals to over 350 individuals throughout the week with at least 60 new requests every month!  We are currently seeking volunteer drivers for routes in Celebration, Kissimmee and St. Cloud. Your commitment can be a few hours one day per week or more, based upon your ability and desire to serve. Your support will directly impact the lives of those we serve, and together, we can continue to spread kindness and make a positive impact.

Should you be interested in learning more, please contact Jo Ann Henry at (407) 846-8532, x 1213 or henryj@osceola-coa.com.  

To learn more about Meals on Wheels, please visit our website at:  https://osceolagenerations.org/meals-on-wheels/

Thank you again to all our volunteers for your dedication and generosity. Happy National Volunteer Week!

COUNCIL RESOURCES

Provide Enriching Care for Your Loved Ones! Join Our Adult Day Health Care Program Offering Social Activities, Nutritious Meals, and Specialized Dementia Care. Call Today at 407-933-9552.

The Osceola Council on Aging Adult Day Health Care Facility is now accepting new participants to its program, which aims to provide a supportive and enriching environment for seniors in the community.



The facility offers a social environment where seniors can engage in group activities and enjoy nutritious meals with fellow participants. It is open to seniors with special needs who require a secure and protective environment due to illness or dementia. The program is designed to improve or maintain function through social activities, with a dedicated medical staff trained in dementia-specific caregiving.

The facility operates year-round, weekdays from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, excluding holidays, and requires a minimum attendance of two days per week at a cost of $60 per day. Information is available for those seeking assistance with funding. The facility invites seniors and their families to explore the opportunities available and schedule a visit by contacting us at 407-933-9552. AHCA License #9073

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

6 Benefits That Could Help Older Adults Pay For Food

Survey data reveals a concerning reality: 78% of American adults, with Baby Boomers representing nearly half, live paycheck to paycheck. Rising grocery and transportation costs exacerbate financial strain, leading 55% of older adults to plan expense cuts. The end of pandemic-related food assistance worsens the situation, prompting initiatives like NCOA's Boost Your Budget® Week from April 15-19, 2024. Immediate relief can be found through budget adjustments, while federal and state benefits programs offer crucial support. For more information on available benefits programs, visit NCOA's website. Seeking assistance from local Benefits Enrollment Centers ensures access to available resources. By leveraging these opportunities, seniors can mitigate financial strain and ensure access to essential nutrition.

https://www.ncoa.org/article/6-benefits-that-could-help-older-adults-pay-for-food

HEALTH & WELLNESS

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2024 Board Meeting Dates

All Meetings are Normally Held the Fourth Wednesday of Every Month at 4:00 P.M.

Unless there are 5 Wednesdays in the month

or meeting is otherwise scheduled.

Executive Committee Meets At 3:00 P.M.

Finance Committee Meets at 3:30 P.M.

April 10th | May 29 | September 25 | December 4

2024 Housing Meeting Dates

All Meetings are Held the Third Tuesday Once a Quarter at 9 A.M.

APRIL 16 | AUGUST 20 | NOVEMBER 19

osceolagenerations.com | (407) 846-8532

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