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Seniors in Athens ushered in the Fourth of July with food and fellowship
By: Betty Kankam-Boadu
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — “It’s turkey!” shouted Teddy Star Williams to her friend, who was unsure about one of the meals served at the senior cookout last week at the… Read More
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Paws and Purrs for Seniors Info and Foster Training Session
The Athens County Humane Society (ACHS) has received a grant from Age Friendly Athens County to recruit foster caretakers, aged 60 and over, for cats awaiting adoption. Fosters are essential… Read More
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Brain Camp Event
In partnership with Ohio University, Ohio Health & The Central Ohio Chapter of Alzheimer’s Association Saturday, April 6, 2024 12:00PM – 2:00 PM Athens Community Center 701 E. State St,… Read More
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ARPA funds made 2023 a bumper year for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, but 2024 funding may shrink
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program that gives seniors money to buy local produce served a record number of people in southeast Ohio this… Read More
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Marketing & Social Media Basics for Small Businesses
Every small business has a story to tell and social media can be a great way to share your story with your customers. In this webinar, we will discuss how… Read More
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New Law Adds Graduation Options For High School Seniors This Year
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio high school seniors stressed out about graduation can rest a little easier. High schools do not have to give the American history standardized test this… Read More
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Telemedicine Sounds Great, But There Are Barriers, Too
By: Carter Barrett | Side Effects
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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (Side Effects) — As soon as COVID-19 hit, there was a massive jump in telemedicine visits. A Centers for Disease Control study found that in March 2020 there was a… Read More
![Treyton Oak Towers, a senior living facility in Louisville where at least nine residents have died from coronavirus.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/TOT-scaled-e1586920938909-900x422.jpg)
Coronavirus Takes a Terrible Toll on Ohio Valley Nursing Homes
By: Becca Schimmel | Ohio Valley ReSource
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BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (OVR) — The coronavirus is taking a terrible toll on nursing homes in the Ohio Valley. Well over a thousand residents and staff at nursing homes and long-term… Read More
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Athens Senior Center Weighs Continued Operations
By: WOUB Staff reports
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens Senior Center will close on Monday, March 16 while the staff meets to plan whether to change its schedule. The center is challenged by… Read More
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Tech Fair for Seniors
FREE TECHNOLOGY FAIR This event is provided for seniors who would like assistance with their laptops, iPads, cell phones, etc. Ohio University students volunteer this service in honor of Martin… Read More
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The Athens Village presents a Tech Fair
Need help with your cellphone? Can’t figure out that tablet that the kids gave you? Other tech questions? Come to ACEnet with your charged device on Saturday October 19 between… Read More
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SeniorBEAT Singing Group
The SeniorBEAT Singing Group, free for adults ages 55 years and older, meets the third Friday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Athens Community Center in Multipurpose Room… Read More
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SeniorBEAT Book Club
The SeniorBEAT Book Club, free for adults ages 55 and older, meets the second Monday of each month at 10 a.m. in the O’Bleness Hospital WillowView Café. In July, we will enjoy… Read More
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SeniorBEAT History Group
SeniorBEAT History Group, free to adults ages 55 years and older, meets the second Thursday of each month at 1 p.m., usually at OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital in Lower Level Room… Read More
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SeniorBEAT Nelsonville Community Listening Session
Adults 55 years and older are invited to a community conversation to share ideas for older adult activities in Nelsonville. We welcome you to join us at the Nelsonville Public… Read More
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SeniorBEAT Food for Thought Program
SeniorBEAT Food for Thought Program provides free health education workshops and presentations for adults ages 55 and older. The Food for Thought Program meets the third Thursday of each month… Read More
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Fall Prevention Friday
On Friday, March 29th at 10:00am-12:00pm, The Athens Village will be hosting Fall Prevention Friday at The Athens Public Library. Learn how to increase your awareness of balance, and prevent… Read More
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The Athens Village Tech Fair
Did you miss the Tech Fair? Friday, February 15th, The Athens Village will be having a Tech Fair from 1:00pm until 3:00pm at the Athens Public Library, weather be willing…. Read More
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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
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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
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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
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Snookered: Pool Tournament Ban Has Seniors Wondering Who Calls The Shots
By: Nicole Erwin | Ohio Valley ReSource
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Billy Hobby’s days are largely filled by two things: church and pool. “I play everyday, mostly,” Hobby said, sitting next to his wife, Barbara. “Well, I enjoy watching him play,”… Read More