Senior News & Events
The Volunteer of the Year Award is an honor presented by GDA to recognize a GDA volunteer who, through example and accomplishment, provided outstanding volunteer service to Geauga County seniors and/or the Geauga County Department on Aging during the past year.
Senior Center Events
Chardon Senior Center, 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, 440-279-2126.
- Nosh with Natalie: Sept. 27, 10 a.m. Learn how to make easy chicken pot pie and banana bread blondies.
- Supplemental Technology: Oct. 2, 10:30 a.m. Judy Paternite, of Kent State University Geauga, will present “Making Sense of MyChart.”
Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridgewood Drive, Middlefield, 440-632-0611.
- Chair Exercises: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Class combines stretching, cardio and resistance bands.
- Funeral Preparation 101: Oct. 3, 10:30 a.m. Learn everything one needs to know about making final arrangements. Presented by Geauga County Public Library and the Sly Family Funeral Home. Register for lunch.
West Geauga Senior Center, 12650 West Geauga Plaza, Unit 4, Chester Township, 440-279-2163.
- Hearing Screenings: Oct. 1, 9-11 a.m. Free screenings provided by Holly’s Hearing Center.
- Chronic Disease Self Management: Oct. 1, 11:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Free classes run for six weeks every Tuesday through Nov. 5. Learn beneficial techniques to assist with successfully managing chronic health conditions. Call to sign up.
Bainbridge Senior Center, 17751 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Township. Call Becky at 440-279-2126.
- Social Worker Appointments: Oct. 1, 12-1:30 p.m. Call to schedule.
Bainbridge/Chagrin AARP
Oct. 1, 1 p.m.
The Bainbridge/Chagrin AARP, Chapter 4527 will meet at the Bainbridge Town Hall, 17826 Chillicothe Road.
Health and life insurance advisor Francie Dunlop will speak on health insurance and provide helpful advise on steps one can take to protect oneself.
After a brief meeting, the group will enjoy refreshments. The group is collecting food and staples for the Food For Friends food pantry and dog food, flea medicines, dog treats and hot dogs for the Geauga Dog Shelter.
Next month’s meeting will be on Nov. 12 due to the elections.
For more information, call Betty Franek at 440-543-4767.
The 2019 Geauga County Department on Aging Award Winners
The Volunteer of the Year Award is an honor presented by GDA to recognize a GDA volunteer who, through example and accomplishment, provided outstanding volunteer service to Geauga County seniors and/or the Geauga County Department on Aging during the past year.
The 2019 Volunteer of the Year is Sue Rooth.
The Home Delivered Meals Volunteer of the Year Award is an honor presented by GDA to recognize a GDA Home Delivered Meals volunteer who, through example and accomplishment, provided outstanding volunteer service to Geauga County seniors and/or the Geauga County Department on Aging through the Home Delivered Meals Program during the past year
The 2019 Home Delivered Meal Volunteer of the Year is The Rotary Club of the Chagrin Valley.
The annual Senior of the Year Award recognizes a Geauga County Resident age 60 or older who has shown outstanding concern and action for the community. This individual continues to make a difference in the lives of others and goes above and beyond in all spheres in their community.
The 2019 Senior of the Year is Dorothy Stinchcomb.
The Annual Rose Motley Senior Advocate Award was established by the Geauga County Department on Aging in 2004. The award honors an individual, organization or group whose guidance, work and volunteer efforts in Geauga County have helped support positive aging, maintaining dignity and respect for all senior citizens and serving as guardians of the rights of older Americans. The award is named in honor of its first recipient, Rose Motley, for her invaluable contributions as a community leader and for her lifetime commitment and advocacy for older persons.
The 2019 Senior Advocate of the Year is Sandy McLeod.
The Senior Supporter of the Year Award recognizes an individual or agency who has demonstrated extraordinary commitment and dedication to helping seniors maintain independence, dignity and respect through services and support.
The 2019 Senior Supporter of the Year is Liese Toohig.
