Ohio's new Healthy Aging Grants program is empowering Ohioans to thrive as they age.

Established through House Bill 33 of the 135th General Assembly and administered by the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA), the Healthy Aging Grants program is providing $40 million in support of local aging services focused on helping Ohioans ages 60 and older stay healthy, live longer, and maintain their independence.

Funds are being distributed to counties in every area of the state to bolster critical aging supports, such as food and housing assistance, as well as internet access and digital literacy services. Clermont County Government has appointed Clermont Senior Services to act as the agent to plan and implement the programs that will be created through the grant funding period.

Through various collaborations with community partners, such as Interparish Ministries, Clermont County Library and the Mental Health & Recovery Board, Clermont Senior Services, Inc. will be offering opportunities for Food and Housing Assistance to include Pop-Up Pantries, Property Tax and Rental Assistance, as well as some minor home repair. Additionally, Clermont Senior Services will be hosting various events throughout the coming months relating to digital literacy and health and wellness education. Further information will be released to the Clermont Senior Services social media account on Facebook, and the local newspaper as details evolve.

If you are a homeowner, 60 years of age and older, in Clermont County with delinquent property taxes, contact the Clermont Senior Services Intake Department (513-536-4033) to determine the level of assistance for which you may qualify. Eligible recipients must have a monthly income at/below 185% of the 2024 Federal Poverty Guideline and be residing in and listed as the owner of the property.  

Your Clermont County Public Library's programming calendar is packed full of activities for all ages in March. 

If you know someone who needs some help with their taxes, the United Way of Greater Cincinnati is providing free help at the Union Township Branch every Thursday and Friday through April 12. Visit the United Way website to make an appointment or call the branch at 513-528-7144.

If you know an older adult who is looking for a place to meet new friends, tell them about the Senior Cafe at a number of the library branches. Seniors have games they can play like cards, Uno, Pictionary, and Yahtzee. They also can enjoy some snacks and coffee. Visit the library's website for times, dates, and places.

Planning a summer vacation? Get some ideas from the Library's Armchair Travel Series on Zoom. Learn more about Leaf Peeping in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont on March 4. Visit the Columbia River Gorge and Coastal Oregon on March 11.

Beginning April 1, the library is launching another reading program called Spring into Reading. Register using the website or the Beanstack app and log the minutes you read throughout April. When registering, you are eligible to pick up a small prize. When you read 300 minutes, you will be entered to win a grand prize. Enjoy the great new bestsellers and record your minutes in this great new program.