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TCOA's 39th Annual Dinner and Auction on Thursday, November 21 beginning at 6:00 PM at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center is only three weeks away! All proceeds benefit TCOA's programs and services for older adults, persons with disabilities, and caregivers.
Get your event tickets now!
Special thanks to Event Sponsor Jackson National Life Insurance CompanyⓇ!
Raffle Tickets
As part of the 39th Annual Dinner and Auction, TCOA and Raffle Sponsor Dart Bank are teaming up to host the cash prize raffle! All proceeds will benefit in-home supports, including Meals on Wheels, for older adults and persons with disabilities in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties.
Prizes
Grand Prize: $1,000
First Place: $500
Second Place: $300
Third Place: $200
Cost to Enter
$5.00 = one ticket
$20.00 = five tickets
If you sell and return $400+ by November 7, 2024 you will earn two free tickets to the event!
How To Enter
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To get tickets for you or your organization, contact Heather Febres-Cordero at febres-corderoh@tcoa.org. If you are a Meals on Wheels volunteer, you may obtain tickets by contacting your MOW supervisor as well.
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Fill out your ticket stub(s) and return them to TCOA's office by November 7, 2024. If you are attending the Dinner and Auction on November 21, you may also return them that evening.
Winners will be selected and announced during TCOA's 39th Dinner and Auction at approximately 8:00 PM EST on November 21, 2024 at the Kellogg Center in East Lansing. Winners do not need to be present to win.
Questions? Email Heather Febres-Cordero, at febres-corderoh@tcoa.org. or call 517-881-8258.
License: R76768
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Medicare Open Enrollment: Make a MMAP Appointment Today!
Open Enrollment for Medicare runs until December 7! Do you have the right plan for your needs?
TCOA’s Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) counselors are here to guide you through Medicare, Medicaid, and other insurance products—completely free of charge!
For unbiased, knowledgeable assistance with your health care options, contact the Tri-County Office on Aging at 517- 887-1416 to schedule your appointment with a MMAP counselor today!
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Giving Tuesday is a global movement that celebrates the power of generosity, and Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA) is thrilled to be part of it again this year on Tuesday, December 3rd!
We invite you to become a Champion for Independence! Whether through a financial donation or by volunteering with TCOA, your support will help make a lasting impact. We look forward to celebrating the spirit of kindness this Giving Tuesday.
Don't want to wait until Giving Tuesday? Click here to give a gift today!
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Employment Opportunities
Are you or someone you know looking for a rewarding new job? Consider applying for a position at TCOA! We are accepting applications for the following positions:
Dining Site Coordinator - Colonial Woods
Dining Site Coordinator - Grange Acres
Dining Site Coordinator - South Brook Villa
Meals on Wheels Support
Nutrition Office Assistant
Social Work Case Manager
Full Time positions offer comprehensive benefits, including––but not limited to––medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, generous time off, and 100% employer paid pension. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
TCOA is a qualified employer under the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
View TCOA's open job opportunities and apply online.
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Walk with Ease (topic: walking program that includes stretching, health information, and motivational strategies)
- Meridian Mall in Okemos starting Tuesday, November 13, 2024, at 1:00 pm
If you’re not interested in walking, we have several other workshops scheduled, and there is more to come!
Matter of Balance (topic: fall prevention)
- Delta 39’ers Enrichment Center in Lansing starting Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at 9:30 am
Diabetes PATH (topic: diabetes management)
- Delta 39’ers Enrichment Center in Lansing starting Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at 1:00 pm
Dementia Caregiver Series (topic: basic dementia education for everyone)
- Prime Time Seniors Program in East Lansing starting Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at 2:00 pm
- Dewitt District Library in Dewitt starting Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 1:00 pm
Powerful Tools for Caregivers (topic: self-care for caregivers)
- Virtual via Zoom starting Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at 6:00 pm
Savvy Caregivers Program (topic: in-depth dementia education for individuals with dementia living at home)
- Virtual via Zoom starting Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 2:00 pm
To register, please call TCOA at 517-887-1465 or email TCOA's Evidence Based Programs Manager, Christine Histed, at HistedC@tcoa.org. For a full workshop schedule, click here.
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November Volunteer Spotlight:
Michael Pohnl
Mike earned a degree in Construction Management and an MBA in Materials and Logistics Management from Michigan State University a very long time ago. He has worked in the construction industry and public service for his entire career.
Mike retired in 2015 as Deputy Director of the State of Michigan Workforce Development Agency after working at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation and Workforce Development Agency for 33 years.
Mike has significant volunteer experience, including a 2 ½ year project (from 1991 – 1994) in Hungary as a Peace Corps Volunteer (Mike says, "they fired him") and later as an employee of the Hungarian Environmental Ministry to develop the first primary school environmental education curriculum after the change in government. Mike is the co-author of the first Hungarian environmental education textbook for the public school system there.
During tax season, Mike manages an all-volunteer tax service at TCOA sponsored by AARP. He coordinates 35 volunteers who complete over 1,000 returns for older Michiganians every year. This service generates over $1 million in tax refunds for clients.
In his spare time, Mike enjoys travel all over the United States and abroad and completed his first trip to Africa in August.
Congratulations Mike, and thank you for your tremendous volunteerism!
For more information about volunteering please contact us at volunteer@tcoa.org or apply at tcoa.org/volunteer.
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Veteran's Day
Monday, November 11
TCOA will be closed.
TCOA's 39th Annual Dinner and Auction
Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center
219 S. Harrison Road,
East Lansing, MI 48824
Thursday, November 21, 2024
6:00 – 8:30 PM EST
Thanksgiving Holiday
Thursday, November 28
TCOA will be closed.
Thanksgiving Holiday (Observed)
Friday, November 29
TCOA will be closed.
Giving Tuesday
Tuesday, December 3
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Tri-County Office on Aging
5303 S Cedar Street, Bldg 1
Lansing, MI 48911
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