April / May 2024, Vol. XXIV, No. 6 corrected |
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This edition of the newsletter is chock full of even more information and opportunities than usual. We encourage you to keep your highlighter and calendar close.
The full-size newsletter insert includes the It’s My Money article which discusses medical debt, 2024 SeniorPalooza information including an invitation to our May 3rd Walk as One at 1 at Russ Nature Reserve in partnership with Greene County Parks & Trails, and the June 6th Yard Sale flyer which also notes the drive-by drop-off dates for your consideration.
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Lastly, you will find an invitation to schedule a medication review with a State Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist. This service, available between May and September, focuses on identifying potential fall risks & interactions and promoting fall prevention and potential strategies related to managing chronic illness such as hypertension, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease and dementia. This is made possible by Ohio Healthy Aging grant funds administered by Greene County.
Healthy Aging funds are also being used for programs related to nutrition, wellness, and digital literacy. And we are excited to soon offer online classes on our website which will provide seniors and caregivers even more opportunities for learning, connecting and exercising our brains and bodies. Keep watch for more information!
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Total Solar Eclipse
in Ohio
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A once-in-a-lifetime event happens Monday April 8, starting just before 2pm and ending before 5pm. Local officials are warning of lots of traffic from out-of-state. Schools will be closed that day, parking lots will be full, and gas stations could run out of gas. Plan ahead for April 8: make sure you have gas in your tank, cash in your pocket and food in the house, stay home if at all possible, and get your eclipse glasses. A total eclipse of the sun won’t be visible again in Ohio until 2099. Fingers crossed for no April showers! |
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Tai Chi is widely recognized for its health benefits. Research has shown that people who complete the program are half as likely to fall, and have less fear of falling.
This class for beginners will be held Mondays & Wednesdays from 10:30 am to 11:30 am at Abiding Christ Church, 326 Dayton-Yellow Springs Road, Fairborn, April 10 — May 20. There is no charge, but space is limited. Register by April 8th. For reservations or more information, contact Jeff at 937-376-5486 x112 or jeff.s@gccoa.org. Click here for a flyer.
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It's Your Money ~ Stand Up To Medical Debt Collectors
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Congratulations to Our Artisans |
Thanks to the community for coming out to support these talented seniors. Special thanks to the 33 artisans, including 11 new artisans who submitted 56 pieces, 12 of which sold. We asked guests to choose their favorite pieces (a difficult task), and the top vote getters are: Mary Gale’s George Washington’s Bed, Barbara Singerman’s Lumbering From the Watering Hole and Jennifer Eddy’s Festive Tree. We also want to thank our friends at the Fairborn Art Association and the Fairborn Senior Center team for their partnership. We look forward to another wonderful show next year!
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Beginning in May, the Council will offer One-on-One Medication Reviews at no cost. The consultation will be at our main office or over the phone Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am to 3pm.
For more information or to schedule a consultation, please call 937-376-5486 or email us at YourFriends@gccoa.org
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Shredding Event
Saturday, April 13 from 9am until noon. Finished with your spring cleaning? Bring your confidential documents to Xenia Community Center parking lot and they will be securely shredded. Limit of 3 banker’s boxes. No businesses, please.
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Summer Solstice Shindig
Something new for us! Come to the shindig on Saturday, June 15th from 11am to 2pm, at the Xenia Community Center for family fun with games, Cloud Racing, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, food and a Country Store with gifts galore. No admission. Bring your family & friends!
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SeniorPalooza 2024 - Seeking Balance
Join us as we seek balance in our lives at the 2024 SeniorPalooza, May 1st through 17th. On Wednesday May 1, from 1:30 to 3:00pm, drive by the Xenia Community Center to pick up a Well Balanced Takeaway Bag with the Itinerary of events, videos & challenges for the next 2 weeks, and Registration Form for Senior Field Day on May 16. Watch Facebook and YouTube for special Palooza videos.
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to all our wonderful volunteers
We couldn’t do it without you!
Our volunteers are some of the best people we know. They step up when needed, and this past year was no exception. April is National Volunteer Month.
We celebrate these wonderful individuals and hopefully inspire others who might be willing to share of their time and talents. Click here to see the list.
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Please join us in thanking these generous donors who shared financial gifts since the last newsletter.
In Memory Of:
Raymond Acus
Dr. David W. Crandall
Barbara Fabricatore
Betsy Miller
Ken Munchel
Pauline Sheffield
Ralph & Michele Welton
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Donors:
William Arthur
George Biach
Jean & Tom DeBrosse
JoAnne Earley
Dorothy Fulmer
Mary Hamer
Phillis Hamilton
Jeannette Johannes
Ronald W. Johanson
Velma Joslin
LuAnn McHarg
Lauren Myers
Sophia Neuhart
Mary Lou Pence
Linda & Allen Sheffield
Gary & Racquel Tucker
Kroger Community Rewards
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For more information on any of these events, or to make a reservation, contact us at yourfriends@gccoa.org, or 937-376-5486.
◊ Total Solar Eclipse
Monday, April 8th, beginning just before 2:00pm
◊ Spring Shredding Event
Saturday, April 13th, 9:00am - Noon, Xenia Community Center parking lot
◊ Medicare 101
Wednesday, April 10th, 2:30 - 4:00pm, Xenia Community Center
◊ Legal Chat
Thursday, April 18th, 2:30pm, Peace Lutheran Church, Beavercreek
◊ SeniorPalooza Drive-By Event
Wednesday, May 1st, 1:30 - 3:00pm, Xenia Community Center parking lot
◊ Memory Loss, Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease
Wednesday, May 8th, 2:30 - 4:30pm, Xenia Community Center.
◊ SeniorPalooza Field Day ~ Registration required
Thursday, May 16th, 11:30am - 2:30pm, Xenia Community Center
◊ Yard Sale
Thursday, June 6th, 9:00am - 4:00pm, GCCOA parking lot
◊ Summer Solstice Shindig
Saturday, June 15th, 11:00am - 2:00pm, Xenia Community Center
◊ Caregiver, Parkinson’s & Kinship Support Groups
◊ Grief & Loss Group
2nd Mondays (Jan 8th, Feb 12th), 10:00 am - Noon, Peace Lutheran Church, Beavercreek
Boomers and Beyond on Wednesdays around 12:05pm
Partners in Caregiving on Thursdays soon after 6:00pm
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Greene County Council on Aging
937-376-5486
Committed to Seniors and Caregivers
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Our mission: To promote independence and quality of life for Greene County senior citizens and caregivers by facilitating and supporting the development, implementation and continual improvement of a comprehensive and coordinated system of contact and care.
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