Ohio Department of Aging

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Name: Ohio Department of Aging
First reported May 22 2013 - Updated May 22 2013 - 1 reports

Senior scams on radar

The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging and the Ohio Department of Aging have issued a consumer alert for older Ohioans following scammers' attempts to get information or access to elders' homes.All should be aware of those showing up unannounced, claiming ... [Published Advertiser-Tribune - May 22 2013]
First reported May 21 2013 - Updated May 21 2013 - 1 reports

Sound footing for healthier aging

Gov. John Kasich is championing an effort to keep Ohioans healthier, and he’s starting with preventing seniors from falling.That might sound odd, but it makes perfect sense, and here’s why: Falls can be expensive and life-changing. Nearly 1 out 6 senior ... [Published Columbus Dispatch - May 21 2013]
First reported May 16 2013 - Updated May 16 2013 - 2 reports

Our Opinion: Getting smarter about getting older

Gov. John Kasich could call his new campaign ?getting smarter about getting older.? Speaking to an AARP Ohio event Tuesday, Kasich described his plans to help older Ohioans both to come to terms with their limitations and to make sure they don?t limit ... [Published New Philadelphia Times-Reporter - May 16 2013]
First reported May 16 2013 - Updated May 16 2013 - 2 reports

Older Americans Month proclaimed in Gallia County

The Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc. (AAA7) celebrates the accomplishments of our older citizens in recognition of May as Older Americans Month.Each May is celebrated nationwide as Older Americans Month, and this year's theme for Ohio is "Unleash ... [Published Individual.com - May 16 2013]
First reported May 10 2013 - Updated May 10 2013 - 1 reports

For the betterment of humankind

By Staff Writer Gene and Evelyn Kelsey are well into their retirement years, but the Findlay couple shows no signs of slowing down. Gene, 82, serves as director of the Hancock Christian Clearing House, a church-run organization that opened Nov. 7, 1994. ... [Published Findlay Courier - May 10 2013]
First reported May 07 2013 - Updated May 07 2013 - 1 reports

Area seniors earn accolades

A Wyandot County couple is to receive the 2013 Joined Hearts in Giving award from the Ohio Department of Aging in a special ceremony May 24 at the Ohio Statehouse.Married 63 years, Wayne and Jean Walton of Sycamore have served as co-chairs for the Sycamore ... [Published Advertiser-Tribune - May 07 2013]
First reported May 06 2013 - Updated May 06 2013 - 1 reports

Seniors beware of agency frauds

The Ohio Department of Aging has issued a consumer alert for older adults throughout the state following several incidents in southern Ohio of scammers impersonating staff of elder services agencies to attempt to get information or access to elders' homes. ... [Published ABC 13 Toledo - May 06 2013]
First reported May 03 2013 - Updated May 03 2013 - 2 reports

Two adult men injured in crash

Riverdale students take in mock vehicle crash scene by Daily Chief - No CommentUnion student, 12 years old, allegedly threatens to bring a gun to school by Daily Chief - No CommentOhio Department of Aging warns of possible scams against senior citizens ... [Published The Daily Chief-Union - May 03 2013]
First reported May 02 2013 - Updated May 03 2013 - 3 reports

Residents warned of scammers

COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Aging has issued a consumer alert for older adults following several incidents in southern Ohio of scammers impersonating staff of elder services agencies to attempt to get information or access to elders' homes. Residents ... [Published Advertiser-Tribune - May 03 2013]
First reported May 02 2013 - Updated May 02 2013 - 1 reports

ODA Warns Against Scammers Impersonating Aging Services Agents

Posted:Updated:Thursday, May 2, 2013 1:48 PM ESTCOLUMBUS, Ohio -The Ohio Department of Aging has issued a consumer alert for older adults throughout the state following several reports of scamming against seniors in southern Ohio.According to ODA, scammers ... [Published NBC4 Columbus - May 02 2013]
First reported May 01 2013 - Updated May 01 2013 - 1 reports

Senior briefs for April 29

Aultman offers free ?Stop Stroke? event In conjunction with National Stroke Awareness Month in May, Aultman invites the community to attend a free event dedicated to stroke awareness and prevention. The Stop Stroke event will be 11 a.m. to4 p.m., May ... [Published Massillon Independent - May 01 2013]
First reported Apr 30 2013 - Updated Apr 30 2013 - 1 reports

Korean War vet shares WWII stories

Perrysburg man tells of POW campBLADE STAFF WRITERKorean War vet Bill Williams, with medals he received for wartime service, also recalls growing up during World War II, when he lived near the POW camp at the Rossford Ordnance Depot. THE BLADE/LORI KING ... [Published Toledoblade.com - Apr 30 2013]

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...our ten-county district and the many contributions they make to our communities," commented Pamela K Matura, Executive Director with the AAA7. "Older Americans are a valuable asset to our society, making many contributions that have been and will continue to be a vital part of what makes our district so very special."
"At the heart of it all, our seniors, me included, feel that we need to pave the way for the success of our children."
For seniors who lack support, Horrocks added: "Having the mayor come up and say 'hello' is a big deal for some of them."
..." But she also notes that a January inspection, which the department calls an annual survey, had to be aborted because the "administration of Meadowwood was being uncooperative and impeding the survey."

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Senior scams on radar [Published Advertiser-Tribune - May 22 2013]
Community Leaders Needed for Chronic Disease Se... [Published Community Common - May 21 2013]
Sound footing for healthier aging [Published Columbus Dispatch - May 21 2013]
The power of Golden Buckeyes [Published Parkersburg News - May 19 2013]
Our Opinion: Getting smarter about getting older [Published New Philadelphia Times-Reporter - May 16 2013]
Getting smarter about getting older [Published Canton Repository - May 16 2013]
Older Americans Month proclaimed in Gallia County [Published Individual.com - May 16 2013]
Older Americans Month Proclaimed in Scioto County [Published Community Common - May 16 2013]
Ohio Gov. John Kasich touts role for older Ohio... [Published Stateline - May 15 2013]
Agency can help Golden Buckeyes unleash their p... [Published Marietta Times - May 14 2013]
Betty Lin-Fisher: Consumer alerts, natural gas/... [Published Akron Beacon Journal - May 12 2013]
For the betterment of humankind [Published Findlay Courier - May 10 2013]
Area seniors earn accolades [Published Advertiser-Tribune - May 07 2013]
Seniors beware of agency frauds [Published ABC 13 Toledo - May 06 2013]
May is time to recognize older Americans [Published Marietta Times - May 04 2013]
Two adult men injured in crash [Published The Daily Chief-Union - May 03 2013]
County commissioners approve Richland Twp. ditc... [Published The Daily Chief-Union - May 03 2013]
Unleash the power of Ohio's Golden Buckeyes: le... [Published Cleveland Live - May 03 2013]
Residents warned of scammers [Published Advertiser-Tribune - May 03 2013]
SCAM ALERT: Senior Citizens Targeted in Ohio [Published ABC6 On Your Side - May 03 2013]
Ohio officials warn of aging services scam [Published Fox 19 - May 02 2013]
ODA Warns Against Scammers Impersonating Aging ... [Published NBC4 Columbus - May 02 2013]
Golden Buckeyes: Unleash your power! [Published Marietta Times - May 01 2013]
Senior briefs for April 29 [Published Massillon Independent - May 01 2013]
Korean War vet shares WWII stories [Published Toledoblade.com - Apr 30 2013]
Aging world focuses on hunger [Published Toledoblade.com - Apr 30 2013]
Local leaders see impact of Meals on Wheels [Published This Week Dublin - Apr 17 2013]
War Era Story Project shares stories from WWII [Published Milblogging.com : The World's Largest Index of ... - Apr 11 2013]
FOX19 Investigates: Claims surrounding possible... [Published Fox 19 - Feb 06 2013]
State releases results of latest nursing home f... [Published Farm and Dairy - Jan 18 2013]
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