State encourages individuals, groups to visit nursing home residents year-round, not just during the holidays
Dec. 16, 2010 - Fifth annual Visit a Nursing Home Week is Dec. 24-31, 2010
Unified Long-term Care System Workgroup submits recommendations to Governor, Governor-elect John Kasich and General Assembly
Dec. 10, 2010 - Plan drives a long-term care system that controls Medicaid spending, is based on choice
Golden Buckeye program offers holiday shopping tips via Facebook
Dec. 9, 2010 - Daily advice will cover finding discounts, online shopping, safety and more
November episode of "Finer With Age" features trio of topics
Nov. 19, 2010 - Experts discuss prescription medicines, Social Security and HEAP
Submit your family's story of love and caregiving
Nov. 17, 2010 - Statewide story project part of National Year of the Family Caregiver
Department seeks nominations for Joined Hearts in Giving award
Nov. 4, 2010 - Annual honor pays tribute to long marriages and community service
State Long-term Care Ombudsman defends Ohio facility residents' rights on state and national level
Sept. 30, 2010 - Oct. 3-9, 2010 is Residents' Rights Week
State to use first day of autumn to promote falls prevention
Sept. 16, 2010 - Many falls can be prevented through 5 easy steps
Department seeks nominations of outstanding elder caregivers
Sept. 1, 2010 - Annual honor pays tribute to personal dedication, love and sacrifice
Ohio Senior Civic Engagement Council submits recommendations to Governor, General Assembly
Aug. 25, 2010 - Initiatives will promote lifelong learning, employment and voluntarism
Department of Aging launches Grandparents Day photo project on Facebook
Aug. 18, 2010 - Submit your pictures of generations working, learning and serving together
Lower body cancers, lifelong learning are subjects of august TV show
Aug. 6, 2010 - Health and education experts visit "Finer With Age"
First Lady Frances Strickland, Aging Director Barbara Riley and Insurance Director Mary Jo Hudson to greet seniors at Ohio State Fair
July 30, 2010 - Officials to be joined by the Ohio Benefits Bank and singing quartet Four Harmonies Sake
Governor Strickland appoints four to Ohio Advisory Council for Aging
July 27, 2010 - Accomplished residents will help shape policies affecting Ohio's seniors
Elder law expert answers seniors' questions about advance directives
July 8, 2010 - It's your will to designate, "Finer With Age" looks at how to do it
State seeks nominations for Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
June 30, 2010 - Annual induction recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions
Take Action consumer alert: Ohio seniors urged to watch for Medicare Part D rebate scam
June 11, 2010 - Fraudsters exploiting $250 "doughnut hole" rebate
Ohio Department of Aging receives national recognition for Great Depression Story Project
June 10, 2010 - Online collection of Ohioans' memories named 'Notable Government Document'
Department of Aging to induct 2010 Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
May 19, 2010 - Thirteen older Ohioans honored for service and achievements
Department of Aging recognizes elder caregivers for their selfless contributions
May 19, 2010 - Twelve Ohioans to be honored in Columbus at annual award ceremony
State of Ohio launches "Take Action - Protect Yourself from Fraud" initiative
May 11, 2010 - Agencies arm consumers and mature Ohioans with tools to protect themselves from fraud
Governor Strickland discusses what makes Ohioans "Finer With Age"
May 3, 2010 - Department celebrates Older Americans Month on monthly TV show
Governor recognizes May as time to celebrate older Ohioans
April 28, 2010 - 2010 Older Americans Month theme is 'Age Strong! Live Long!'
Celebrate National Volunteer Week by becoming an advocate for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities
April 15, 2010 - Volunteer ombudsmen are the eyes and ears of the state program
Ohio receives $1 million to help individuals living with chronic diseases
April 14, 2010 - Funding directed to programs that teach people how to live healthier
Department of Aging launches Facebook presence with photo contest
April 9, 2010 - Effort aims to show Ohioans aging strong and living long
April episode of "Finer With Age" features trio of health topics
April 8, 2010 - Experts discuss wound care, organ donation and unique role for hairdressers
Governor announces elimination of PASSPORT & other home and community-based service waitlists
April 2, 2010 - Reallocation of funds led to quick placement for consumers
Governor Strickland proclaims April as Ohio Aging Eyes Month
April 1, 2010 - Early detection and prevention are keys to preserving sight
Department of Aging announces theme for Older Americans Month
March 30, 2010 - Annual celebration encourages All Ohioans to age strong and live long
State, national officials answer seniors' questions about Census 2010
March 5, 2010 - Ohio needs a complete count to secure representation, funding
State releases list of top nursing homes and assisted living facilities for resident satisfaction
March 4, 2010 - Survey results can help consumers make informed decisions
Governor calls for elimination of PASSPORT Waiting list by reallocating existing funds
Feb. 22, 2010 - Move will give 592 Ohians access to services by the end of March
State cautions consumers to stop others from playing games with their Medicare coverage
Feb. 11, 2010 - Consumers are the first line of defense against Medicare fraud
First Lady Strickland and Ohio Department of Aging honor long-married volunteers
Feb. 10, 2010 - Eleventh annual Joined Hearts in Giving reception held at Governor's Residence
February episode of “Finer With Age” discusses balance and falls
Feb. 9, 2010 - Simple balance and flexibility training can reduce injury and improve life
Department of Aging, OAGE open Practitioner of the Year nominations
Feb. 4, 2010 - Annual award honors excellence in gerontology research and partnerships
Staff, residents and family can help advance excellence in Ohio's nursing homes
Jan. 22, 2010 - National campaign is dedicated to improving quality of care in nursing facilities
“Finer With Age” discusses importance of seniors as blood donors
Jan. 8, 2010 - January is National Volunteer Blood Donor Month
