March is Women’s History Month, which is designated as a time to learn and reflect on the often-overlooked contributions of women to United States history. The timeline of women’s history milestones stretches back to the founding of the United States, including Abigail Adams, Harriet Tubman, Susan B. Anthony, Laura Smith Haviland, Eleanor Roosevelt, Rosa Parks and Sally […]
A COVID-19 vaccine is a safe and effective way to prevent you from getting COVID-19 and is an important tool to help stop the pandemic. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), getting a COVID-19 vaccine has many benefits, including: Wearing masks and social distancing help reduce your chance of getting the virus or spreading […]
Every February, the United States celebrates the achievements and history of African Americans as part of Black History Month. In 1915, in response to the lack of information on the accomplishments of Black people available to the public, historian Carter G. Woodson co-founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History. The organization […]
Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, is a holiday in the United States , celebrated the third Monday in January, honoring the achievements of Martin Luther King, Jr. As a Baptist minister who advocated using nonviolent means to end racial segregation, he first gained national prominence during a bus boycott by African Americans in Montgomery, Alabama. The most influential […]
Senior Centers, Inc. (SCI), located in Downtown Toledo, supports older members of our community by providing programs and services that enhance their dignity, support their independence, and encourage their involvement in the community. While the COVID-19 pandemic has required us to become creative with our offerings that focus on physical, social, educational, emotional, and recreational […]
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced that senior centers could reopen beginning September 21, 2020 if the facilities could meet certain safety standards. The Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) recently published these standards and based upon these required guidelines which must be met in order to reopen, it has been determined that Senior Centers, Inc. will […]
This year’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Summer Crisis Program starts July 1st, 2020 and runs until September 30, 2020. The 2020 SCP will provide eligible households with a one-time benefit to assist with electric utility bills, central air conditioning repairs, and air conditioning unit and/or fan purchases. Lucas County households must have a gross […]
Older adults living on fixed incomes sometimes find it difficult to afford locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. Going without these foods negatively impacts their health. Older adults with limited income apply for and receive $50 worth of coupons that act as cash when purchasing locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs and honey from about 130 […]
Due to the COVID-19 emergency, older adults are at a heightened risk of contracting this disease and having more serious complications. We know that issues of isolation and loneliness may increase as family members resume their normal routines. Isolation can have serious emotional and physical impacts on any of us, but especially on older adults. […]
A few helpful tips to stay well in this difficult time. Taking care of yourself mind, body and spirit is so important in this difficult time. Mind- Try to stay positive and keep your spirits up. Watch a funny movie or read an uplifting book. Body- Proper diet and exercise are of utmost […]
