Council on Aging
Posted by Seth Gasche
on Aug 02, 2011
Peggy Boales with the Council on Aging spoke to the club today, Tuesday, August 2nd.
She informed the club of the numerous entities the council is able to provide to the senior citizens of Ashland County. At the end of June, they have provided 3,566 onsite and 17,890 meals in the homes of seniors who need assistance; although, their resourcefulness is not limited to the meals that are made locally.
In addition, they provide transportation to any location, whether it is
to a doctor’s appointment or even to a grocery store for shopping. The
council is committed to providing resources not only to the senior, but
also to their caregivers giving them the information needed to keep them
in their homes as long as possible. Above and beyond the aforementioned
entities; they assist in socialization with others by having
entertainment at their office and fun trips that can be taken.
Peggy explained to apply for assistance you would need to contact their office and complete a short form that only has 11 questions. She continued by explaining there are no charges for their services, although donations are certainly welcomed. When you consider the many offerings and resources the Council on Aging is able to provide to Ashland’s seniors it truly makes its organization one of a kind.
Peggy explained to apply for assistance you would need to contact their office and complete a short form that only has 11 questions. She continued by explaining there are no charges for their services, although donations are certainly welcomed. When you consider the many offerings and resources the Council on Aging is able to provide to Ashland’s seniors it truly makes its organization one of a kind.