Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging

Applebees will donate 15% of your check to the Lake County Council On Aging on March 21st! Check out this event and get your digital flyer: https://bit.ly/3Va2vmE.

Lake County Council on Aging | (440) 205-81118520 East Ave, Mentor, OH 440609:00-4:30 Monday-Friday Welcome! The Lake County Council on Aging of Ohio offers programs for those age 60 and over including: Information and Referral, Social Work Services, Meals on Wheels, In-Home Safety, Homemaker Services, and much more. Our non-prof...

Today is a special day - Certified Nurses Day & World Social Work Day! WRAAA would like to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our amazing Nurses and Social Workers who work tirelessly to help older adults and individuals with disabilities in our five-county region. Thank you for your dedication and hard work!

On March 31, 2022, the Administration for Community Living celebrates the 50th anniversary of the national senior nutrition program supporting nutrition services for older adults. 👏 👏 Today, our five-county region has 25 excellent congregate meal sites.

Today's Election Day! Polls are open from 6:30am-7:30pm and you can find your polling location by visiting https://voterlookup.ohiosos.gov/voterlookup.aspx Happy voting!

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WRAAA had a great time Saturday with our friends from the Council on Aging in Lake County at the March for Meals. The annual fundraiser supports an ever-growing number of older adults needing food assistance. Home-delivered meal services provide a nutritious meal, a friendly visit, and a safety check by one of the agency's dedicated meal delivery volunteers.

Thank you to our providers for participating in the WRAAA Providers Operation forum. Your hands-on help in the community is invaluable.

MetroHealth CLE is hosting a Men's Health Fair at the Cleveland Heights Medical Center on April 27, from 11:00 A.M.- 4:00 P.M. Register today to attend and get the five critical health screenings all men need. https://bit.ly/4cjPux5.

Five Screenings All Men Need | MetroHealth Simply Well If you’re a guy and you haven’t seen a doctor in a while, you’re not alone. But there are key tests you may need for good health. MetroHealth’s Men’s Health Fair is the perfect chance to get checked out. Register Today Tests you may need now: Blood pressure. High blood pressure, or hyperte...

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Check out Cleveland's St. Patrick's Day parade if you want something fun to do. Details here: https://bit.ly/48Pb1e0. Kickoff is at 2:04. Invite an older adult to join you in this Cleveland tradition.

Parade Route 2024 Parade Route Parade Kickoff: 2:04pm Please see the 2024 Parade Route below!! The Parade will begin on Superior ...

The National Center on Law and Elder Rights has recently warned about the increased targeting of older adults by phone scammers. Educating and informing older adults about the warning signs of phone scammers is important to prevent them from falling victim to these scams. Learn more about NCLER and check out their additional resources, including training: https://bit.ly/3VcGbZD.

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Savings tip this week for older adults from AARP: When grocery shopping, compare brand name and house brand prices; house brands are usually less expensive: https://bit.ly/4bS7Ogl. Stretch your money with these tips to afford more critical items like rent and medications.

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Studies have found that dementia, cancer, and frailties are some of the diseases & conditions that can benefit from non-drug strategies. Adding social activity, music, and resistance training can help older adults age well. Read more from https://bit.ly/4a4o64k.

Finding success with non-drug strategies: 3 common diseases and conditions that can benefit Research points to various diseases and conditions that can benefit from non-drug strategies.

Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging's Vaccine Promotion is happening through 4/12/2024! Stop in at MetroHealth Buckeye Health Center for your plan for good health! ,

WRAAA looks forward to supporting older adults and all our friends with the Council on Aging in Lake County, at the March for Meals. See you bright and early (8:00 AM) tomorrow morning at Great Lakes Mall in Mentor. The Council on Aging asks that the community take part in this fundraiser to help support an ever-growing number of seniors reaching out for nutritional support. Home-delivered meal services not only provide a nutritious meal, but also a friendly visit and safety check by one of the agency’s dedicated meal delivery volunteers.

March 14 is ! According to NIH, the prevalence of CKD in persons 60+ is about 39%. To learn how communities can enhance health literacy and make healthy lifestyle choices, visit: https://bit.ly/3vlO4RP.

2024 campaign - World Kidney Day 2024 World Kidney Day 2024 –Kidney Health for All Advancing equitable accessto care and optimal medicationpractice Kidney Health for All Advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is estimated to affect more than 850 million people worldwide and resu...

The WRAAA list of 2024 Older Americans Act Service Providers, Offices on Aging and Senior Centers can be found @ https://bit.ly/3OvU3dq. For more information on Older Americans Act Services, please call us at 800-626-7277. We serve Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina counties.

Older Americans Act Services Title III of the Older Americans Act provides funding for supportive services, nutrition services, and family caregiver support.

Apply today to be a Social Work Case Manager. This position includes a $5,000.00 bonus! This position offers a competitive salary with a mix of home and community-based case management. Check out our other open positions and apply here: https://bit.ly/3uZdW67

LEAP is hosting a Town Hall discussing Disability Employment, Independent Living, & Community Access on Wednesday, March 20th, 2024. There are over 20 elected officials registered to attend! Topics will include diversity in employment, living in the community, and community access/accessibility. To register, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/leap320.

March 13-19, 2024, is Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week. Watch Elsa's video and learn how she continues to live a full life with MS: https://youtu.be/uZN_DVjfPCg?si=Ahw38pHyVgHFz5jIa.

Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Elsa's Story "People that get to know me, with time they realize that I am not this poor pitiful person, because I will never be a poor pitiful person because that's just...

Are you up to date with your COVID-19 Vaccines? If you are unsure if you are up to date, visit our website for more information: https://bit.ly/3X5LoBo.

Life-long learning and living in a university environment offers older adults an intergenerational lifestyle at Mirabella on the Arizona State University: https://bit.ly/3T1lEo6. Read how this woman, at 77 years young, resumed her life as a student after a 30-year career in medical research.

Extra Credit: Returning to University at Age 77 Living in a retirement community closely affiliated with a research institution gives me an intergenerational opportunity to resume my formal education

It is so good to see Social Workers get recognition across the state, including this excellent write-up from Ohio University Eastern Social Work Program: https://bit.ly/3v90RXL. We couldn't serve our community of older adults and individuals living with disabilities without social workers and nurses. If you know someone considering a degree in social work, please support them in their choice. Area Agencies on Aging are great places to work, and we strive daily to better our communities.

Guest column/Social workers fill a vital need in our society March is Social Work Month, and as faculty in Ohio University Eastern’s Social Work Program, I and Richard W. Greenlee and professor Tracy A. Pritchard are excited to celebrate the efforts and impact of social workers in our communities and around the world. The theme for this year’s celebration...

Read this excellent example of an older adult staying active and still scoring goals at 90 years young: https://bit.ly/3TffVuO. Fitness for older adults can vary greatly. The key is to enjoy it and keep moving at your best pace.

Britain’s Oldest Soccer Senior at 90-years-old Is Still the ‘Ninja’ of Goals–Playing 3x a Week The former RAF veteran turns out every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for two local walking soccer teams and averages 3 goals a game.

Remember, spring forward today. For a history and an explanation of the controversy around daylight savings, watch this quick video from : https://nbcnews.to/3T2VGR8. Do you agree that springing forward and gaining an hour of sunlight is easier for older adults than falling back an hour?

Daylight saving explained: Why do we adjust our clocks With daylight saving time right around the corner, NBC News’ Zinhle Essamuah explains the history behind the practice of daylight saving and why we go through the process of setting our clocks back and forth every year.

Planning to vote by mail? Don't forget to request your ballot! Ballots must be postmarked by March 18th and received by March 23rd to be counted. You can visit https://bit.ly/49Sg4ep to learn more about voting by mail.

Vote-by-Mail If you have questions about your Vote-by-Mail ballot request, call us.

Savings tip this week from AARP for older adults: Check all grocery store sections while shopping to compare the prices of foods that may be sold in multiple places. Visit 99 great ways to save: https://bit.ly/4bS7Ogl.

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Check out these free courses for older adults on tax reductions, financial literacy, and identity theft hosted by the Lake County Treasurer and Lake County Council on Aging. Call 440-350-2540 to register. More info: https://yhoo.it/3P3cJkH.

WRAAA Community Health Update: Beginning today, individuals 12-17 years of age with a parent/guardian & 18 and older can update their vaccinations at The MetroHealth System (Cleveland, OH) Buckeye Center and get a $25 grocery gift card. The gift card comes in the mail after completing a short survey. Get the pharmacy address, phone number and hours: https://bit.ly/3wwJW1B

March is Red Cross Month! The American Red Cross is looking for volunteers, blood donors, and donations. You can also take first aid and CPR training classes and Lifeguard and EMR certification. Team up with a co-worker today and sign up to support The American Red Cross this March. https://rdcrss.org/49Z3Xwav.

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Although spring is nearing and temperatures are rising, older adults should still be vigilant to avoid flu and COVID-19. Visit our website for more information and resources: https://areaagingsolutions.org/public-health/

WRAAA seeks social workers and nurses to conduct comprehensive health assessments and coordinate access to healthcare resources. This office/call center role involves no travel to client homes: https://bit.ly/4bZm6vF. We offer great benefits. Check out the full job description and apply today.