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Meals on Wheels is about more than just the food for Athens County seniors
By: Alison Patton
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB News) — Josh Dean has delivered hot and frozen meals to Sandra Bullock for a few years now. “When you deliver to the same person three times… Read More
A levy on the March ballot could expand Meals on Wheels services in Athens County
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — Every week, Paula Hoke delivers food to seniors throughout Athens County. Today, one is eager to show her something: a get-well card with pictures… Read More
A senior citizen prom at Fort Frye High School gives generations the chance to connect
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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BEVERLY, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — When Pam Bennett was a student at Fort Frye High School, one of the big events each year was the senior citizen prom. Students… Read More
New Health Orders For Facilities That Serve Senior Citizens
By: Jo Ingles | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMUBS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The Ohio Department of Health director has signed some new orders dealing with the care of older Ohioans. ODH Director Stephanie McCloud signed an… Read More
PetSmart Designates Shopping Hours for Seniors and Immune-Compromised Customers
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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PHOENIX, Ariz. (WOUB) — PetSmart announced it is designating shopping hours two days a week for seniors and other people at risk for contracting the novel coronavirus. These hours will… Read More
Most Ohio Kroger Stores to Begin Special Shopping Hours for Seniors and Other High-Risk Customers
By: WOUB News Team
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WESTERVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Kroger stores in most of Ohio will dedicate time for seniors and other customers at high risk for contracting the novel coronavirus to shop. This does… Read More
The Athens Village Tech Fair
The Athens Village will be hosting a Tech Fair on April 12th from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at 94 Columbus Road, Building B. Please bring tablet, phones, and laptops fully charged…. Read More
Free workshop on Caregiver Stress
The Athens Village is hosting a free workshop on Caregiver Stress, provided by Fairhope Hospice of Lancaster. An Adult Grief Support Coordinator will speak about techniques for dealing with caregiver… Read More
The Athens Village Tech Fair
Did you miss the Tech Fair last Friday, or do you need a refresher after going to the Tech Fair? This Saturday, January 26th, The Athens Village will be having… Read More
The Athens Village Tech Fair
Wondering how to use that new tech gadget you got as a present? Your children or grandchildren showed you how to use your new toy, but they’re gone now and… Read More
Tech Fair for Seniors
The Athens Village announces a Tech Fair, primarily for seniors. Did you get a new electronic device (cellphone, tablet, iPhone, iPad…) as a present, but forgot how to use it?… Read More
The Athens Village presents a Tech Fair
The Athens Village announces a Tech Fair! Do you want to take photos with your phone? Change your ring tone? Download files to your tablet? Delete or add a contact… Read More
Athens County Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Athens County Elder Abuse Awareness Day Friday, June 15th 10am – 11:30am at the Athens Public Library 30 Home Street, Athens Guest Speaker will be Debbie Gibson, Court Administrator Of… Read More
Senior Safety and Preparedness Day
May is Older Americans Month across the nation. Athens County is highlighting this celebration with Athens County Senior Safety Day on Thursday, May 17th at the Athens County Fairgrounds, 286… Read More
Senior Tech Fair
Seniors are invited to the Senior Tech Fair to learn the basics of their devices and more (text messages, e-mails, etc.). This is a free service from The Athens Village… Read More
Senior Art Exhibition, “Creative Aging”, Paper Circle Gallery in Nelsonville
The Athens Village announces an exhibition at The Paper Circle gallery in Nelsonville, “Creative Aging.” This exhibition features artists from The Athens Village, and other senior artists. Seven artists who… Read More
COAD Gets Federal Grants for Senior Volunteer Program
The Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development (COAD) has been awarded three federal grants to operate the Retired Volunteer Senior Program (RSVP) in 13 different counties. The grants are from the… Read More