Medicare Open Enrollment, that one time of year when seniors can look at their current Medicare coverage, compare other plans, and make changes if needed, is happening now. On Tuesday, December 3, 2013, representatives from the Ohio Department of Insurance will be at the Marion County Council on Aging from 10:00am to 2:00pm. They will […]
Council on Aging Holding an Introduction to Medicare
November 8, 2013 by
Upon turning 65, most people are confronted with a health care system that both protects and confuses. To make informed decisions in choosing your Medicare options and to take full advantage of this health care program, you must first understand all the different parts of Medicare. On Wednesday, November 20, 2013, representatives from the Ohio […]
Extreme Home Make-Over Focus of November Caregiver Connections
October 30, 2013 by
Dr. Lynn Ritter will be the guest speaker for the November meeting of Caregiver Connections. Dr. Ritter is with the Northwest Ohio Chapter of the Alzheimer Association, and she will speak about home make-overs and modifications, with the intent of making the home safer for someone dealing with dementia. Dr. Ritter will address common-sense home […]
Free Memory Screening Day Offered by Council on Aging
September 27, 2013 by
The Marion County Council on Aging is sponsoring a free Memory Screening Day on Tuesday, October 8, 2013. Council on Aging staff will be administering a mini-memory exam, which is frequently used as a dementia screening instrument. While this 30 item screening tool is not used solely as a diagnosis for dementia, it can give […]
Council on Aging Offering Service, Special Project Funding
September 24, 2013 by
The Marion County Council on Aging has announced that 2014 application materials are now available for Council on Aging Community Enrichment Grants. The Board of Directors established this program to fund special projects and services that enhance and enrich the lives of older adults in Marion County. Community Enrichment Grants are limited to $2500 and […]
Council on Aging Holding Free Retirement Readiness Seminar
July 16, 2013 by
Are you nearing your planned retirement age or just now beginning to consider when the time would be right? Knowing when and how to draw your Social Security income can be a confusing and complex decision. Your benefit can vary, depending on your age, marital status, income, whether you plan to continue to work full […]
Council on Aging Holding Free Memory Screening Day
April 2, 2013 by
The Marion County Council on Aging is sponsoring a free Memory Screening Day on Tuesday, April 9, 2013. Council on Aging staff will be administering a mini-memory exam, which is frequently used as a dementia screening instrument. While this 30 item screening tool is not used solely as a diagnosis for dementia, it can give […]
Spaghetti Dinner to Benefit Senior Services Levy Committee
October 8, 2012 by
The Senior Services Levy Committee invites the public to a benefit spaghetti dinner on Saturday, October 13th, at the K of C Hall located at 1232 East Center Street. The menu will include spaghetti with meat sauce, tossed salad, garlic bread, brownies, and beverage, all for $7. Ticket-holders can come anytime between 4:00 pm and […]
Funding for Senior Services Available from Council on Aging
October 4, 2012 by
The Marion County Council on Aging has announced that 2013 application materials are now available for Council on Aging Community Enrichment Grants. The Board of Directors established this program to fund special projects and services that enhance and enrich the lives of older adults in Marion County. Community Enrichment Grants are limited to $2,500 and […]
Free Memory Screening Offered by Council on Aging
October 1, 2012 by
The Marion County Council on Aging is sponsoring a free Memory Screening Day on Tuesday, October 16th. Council on Aging staff will be administering a mini-memory exam, which is frequently used as a dementia screening instrument. While this 30 item screening tool is not used solely as a diagnosis for dementia, it can give an […]
