Ohio Department of Aging offers preparedness tips and resources for older adults September is National Preparedness Month Columbus, Ohio – During National Preparedness Month, the Ohio Department of Aging reminds all Ohioans that older adults may have a harder time adjusting during emergencies and extreme conditions than younger people do. This makes it even more […]
The Essential Guide to Traveling with a Medical Condition, by Paul Smith Travel is so great these days for enhancing your experiences and broadening your horizons. And the best thing is that you are never too old to start your travel adventure for the first time. While traveling as a senior citizen is an exciting […]
Suicide and the Elderly Suicide by older adults is more common than we think. Every suicide is a tragedy, and to some degree a mystery. Suicide often stems from a deep feeling of hopelessness. The inability to see solutions to problems or to cope with challenging life circumstances may lead people to see taking their […]
Forecasters are predicting high temperatures in the 90s and triple-digit heat indexes around the state over the next several days. The Ohio Department of Aging and the Ohio Department of Health remind residents that extreme heat should be treated with the same care and preparation as a summer storm. “Our bodies are usually very good […]
In cooperation with the Lucas County Senior Nutrition Program, through Valley Food, a healthy, nutritious lunch is available every weekday at 11:30. Call the center at least 24 hours in advance for a meal reservation. The menu is posted under “Nutrition” on our website. Come join us for lunch! Not only will you get out of […]
A big shout out to Toledo Public Schools for once again hosting the Senior Citizen Prom in April 2019. This event is always a sell-out and is highly anticipated by our clientele. This year’s theme was “Dancing Through the Decades”. Our center fully participated in this year’s event. A group of 12 people attended the event […]
Senior Centers Inc. offers Tai Chi classes on a periodic basis. Come learn the basics of this wonderful exercise class that helps with pain management, balance and overall health. Beginners welcome. Check our website for dates and times of classes. April 2019 – Tai Chi_ and how it can help me
Senior Citizens and Substance Abuse Drug and alcohol abuse among the elderly is a rapidly-growing health problem in the United States. According to statistics reported by the Lucas County Health Department’s Lucas County Opiate Coalition: deaths among people ages 60 to 64 due to accidental overdoses rose from 4 deaths in 2016 to 8 in […]
Make your kitchen a falls-free zone The kitchen is the heart of the home. Hanging out, relaxing and cooking for yourself or loved ones is something that people of all ages like to do, especially older adults who have a background or passion for cooking. However, as we get older, a kitchen that used to […]
As sub-zero temperatures hit our region, Senior Centers Inc. would like to remind the community to check on older adult friends and family members, particularly those who live alone. Older adults are especially susceptible to extreme cold. Of course, winter dangers such as broken bones from falls on ice or breathing problems caused by cold air are […]
