Senior Events

November 12, 2015 by Staff Report

Senior Center Events

Chardon Senior Center, 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, 440-279-2130.

Grief Support Group: Nov. 16, 12:30 p.m.

Parkinson’s Support Group: Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m.

Nature Presentation: Nov. 18, 12:45 p.m. Geauga Parks District presents “Nature Prepares for Winter.”

Hearing Screenings: Nov. 19, 10:30 a.m.

Eat to Live Presentation: Nov. 19, 1 p.m.

Weekdays through Dec. 4, Geauga Department on Aging has OSHIIP (Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information) certified staff and volunteers trained by the Ohio Department of Insurance. Get accurate and impartial information about Medicare, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D drug plans. One-on-one Medicare review appointments are available. Call for an appointment.

Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridgewood Drive, Middlefield, 440-632-0611.

Active Mind: Nov. 20, 10 a.m. Meet at Briar Hill for an informative talk on VA benefits for veterans and their spouses. This is a free program with refreshments served.

West Geauga Senior Center, 11414 Caves Road, Chester Township, 440-729-2782.

Exercise Classes: Monday through Thursday; call the center for times.

Chagrin Falls Senior Center, 7060 Woodland Ave., Bainbridge, 440-247-8510.

UHHS Presentation: Nov 12, 11 a.m. UH Geauga Medical Center presents “Up In Smoke.” Free.

“Cut the Clutter” Workshop: Nov. 17, 10:30 a.m. Back by popular demand, share experiences and get solutions to organize one’s finances and personal possessions. Program courtesy of Homewatch CareGivers, Caring Transitions, Kabb Elder Law and Laurel Tree Advisors.

Kenston Radio: Nov. 19, 10 a.m. Lisa Freebairn from Kenston radio’s WKHR 91.5 will be here to entertain with stories and music. Call to sign up. Free.

Sign Up for Home Delivered Holiday Meals

The Geauga County Department on Aging will offer a free traditional meal to any Geauga County seniors, age 60 and older, who will be home and alone on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, and/or Christmas Day, Dec. 25.

A friendly volunteer will deliver a hot holiday meal to the senior’s home and spend a little time visiting on Thanksgiving and/or Christmas day.

If one is or knows a senior citizen that would like a holiday meal, call the department on aging at 440-279-2130.

Cleanup Days Volunteers Needed

The Geauga County Department on Aging is still in need of volunteers from all over the county to help during the 2015 Geauga Fall Cleanup Days for seniors. The program runs through November.

Many seniors can no longer rake their yards or flowerbeds, weed, clean up yard debris or wash windows. By volunteering just a few hours of time, one can help senior citizens remain independent and allow them to live in a safe, clean environment.

Volunteers will generally be assigned close to their homes to make the most of their volunteer time. Some volunteers, however, may choose another area in which they would like to work.

Individuals or groups can register to volunteer with the department on aging by calling Kristen Bibby, volunteer coordinator, or Bob Debevits, home maintenance coordinator, at 440-279-2130, 440-279- 2138 or 440-279-2135 ext. 2130, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Holiday Meal Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are being sought to organize, pack and deliver meals during the upcoming holiday season. The Geauga County Department on Aging volunteers will deliver meals to seniors who are alone Thanksgiving and Christmas days.

Volunteers pick up one holiday meal per route, drive it to the senior’s home and spend some time visiting. Volunteers are needed on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26 and Christmas Day, Dec. 25.

Preparation and organization assistance begins at 10 a.m. and runs until noon, while drivers arrive at 11:15 a.m. to deliver the holiday meals. All meals are delivered from the Multi-Purpose Senior Center, 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon.

To register as a volunteer, call the department on aging at 440-279-2130.