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Ohio Department of Aging 2009 Press Releases

An index of archived press releases organized by year is available here.
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Governor Recognizes Those Who Help Ohioans Get the Care They Need in the Settings They Prefer
  Nov. 10, 2009 - Nov. 15-21 is Long-term Care Comes Home Week

Third Collection of Memories of the Great Depression Now Online
  Nov. 9, 2009 - Department of Aging Releases Volume 3 of Great Depression Story Project

Ohio Voters Overwhelmingly Support Senior Services Levies
  Nov. 6, 2009 - All 16 Senior Services Property Tax Levies on Nov. 3 Ballot Pass

Department Seeks Nominations for Joined Hearts in Giving
  Nov. 3, 2009 - Annual Honor Pays Tribute to Long Marriages and Community Service

More Stories from the Great Depression Now Available Online
  Oct. 14, 2009 - Department of Aging Releases Great Depression Story Project Volume 2

Experts Examine Elder Abuse Prevention on "Finer With Age"
  Oct. 7, 2009 - New Approaches Can Help Bring More Abusers to Justice

Deadline Nears for Elder Caregiver Awards Nominations
  Oct. 6, 2009 - Ohioans Encouraged to Nominate Loved Ones, Neighbors Who Care

Honor Long-term Care Residents During Residents' Rights Week
  Oct. 1, 2009 - Residents and Advocates Want the World to "Hear Our Voice"

October is Long-term Care Planning Month
  Sept. 30, 2009 - Residents Encouraged to 'Own Your Future'

Ohio Department of Aging Releases Stories About the Great Depression by Those Who Lived It
  Sept. 10, 2009 - First of Four Collections of Stories, Lessons and Advice Posted Online

Department Seeks Nominations for Elder Caregiver Awards
  Sept. 2, 2009 - Annual Honor Pays Tribute to Personal Dedication, Love and Sacrifice

Department Reminds Older Adults to Keep it Cool During Dog Days
  Aug. 21, 2009 - Extreme Heat Calls for Extra Care as We Age

Finer With Age July Episode Examines Exercise and Alzheimer's Disease
  July 1, 2009 - Experts and Care Providers Are Featured on Department's Monthly TV Show

Department Seeks Nominations for Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
  July 1, 2009 - Annual Induction Recognizes Outstanding Achievements and Contributions

Director of Aging, Experts Discuss Medicare and Health Care Fraud
  June 4, 2009 - State Efforts, Steps Consumers Can Take Are Topics of TV Program

Governor Strickland, General Assembly and Department of Aging to Induct 2009 Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
  May 19, 2009 - Thirteen Older Ohioans Honored for Service and Achievements

Governor Strickland, General Assembly and Department of Aging Recognize Elder Caregivers for Their Selfless Contributions
  May 19, 2009 - Fifteen Ohioans to be Honored in Columbus at Annual Award Ceremony

Tuesday, May 19, 2009, Is Senior Citizens Day
  May 12, 2009 - Local Events Celebrate the Many Ways Older Ohioans Are Reinventing Aging

Governor Strickland, Department of Aging Kick Off Older Americans Month
  May 1, 2009 - May Observation Celebrates How Older Ohioans Are Reinventing Aging

Testimony to the Ohio Senate Finance and Financial Institutions Committee
  April 30, 2009 - Director Barbara E. Riley outlines the impacts of Governor Strickland's proposed biennial budget.

New E-Newsletter Reaches Out to Baby Boomers, "Young" Seniors
  April 15, 2009 - "Boomerang" Offers Insights on Life, Family, Community, Future and Heritage

Department of Aging Announces Theme for Older Americans Month
  April 1, 2009 - May is Time to Celebrate the Changing Roles Seniors Play in Our Communities

Governor Strickland Proclaims April as Ohio Aging Eyes Month
  March 26, 2009 - Early Detection and Prevention are Keys to Preserving Sight

Governor Proclaims March 29 - April 4 as Ohio Senior Center Week
  March 23, 2009 - Annual Observance Honors Important Role Centers Play in Communities

State Releases Results of Medicaid Assisted Living Evaluation
  March 18, 2009 - Researchers Identified Successes, Areas of Improvement

Youngstown Ombudsman Honored for Helping Seniors Access Stimulus
  March 16, 2009 - John Saulitis Receives 2009 Excellent Advocate Award from State Ombudsman

Testimony to the Ohio House Finance and Appropriations Human Services Sub-Committee
  March 5, 2009 - Director Barbara E. Riley outlines the impacts of Governor Strickland's proposed biennial budget.

State Seeks Stories, Advice from the Great Depression
  March 4, 2009 - Lessons Learned Then Can Help Ohioans of All Ages Today

Older Ohioans Must Act Now, Despite Digital TV Transition Delay
  Feb. 24, 2009 - Immediate Attention Needed to Deal With Early Switch-overs, Potential Shortages

First Lady Strickland and Ohio Department of Aging Honor Long-Married Volunteers
  Feb. 13, 2009 - Tenth Annual Joined Hearts in Giving Reception Held Today at Governor's Residence

Department of Aging, AARP Ohio Encourage Older Ohioans and Caregivers to Seek Help with Income Tax Returns
  Feb. 10, 2009 - Volunteers Can Help Individuals Access Valuable Credits and Deductions

Department of Aging, OAGE Solicit Nominations for Practitioner of the Year
  Feb. 9, 2009 - Annual Award Honors Excellence in Gerontology Research and Partnerships

Many Older Ohioans Still Not Ready for Digital Television Transition
  Jan. 15, 2009 - State Calls on Residents to Help Older Neighbors, Relatives Prepare