Wms Co Dept of Aging

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Volunteer Guardian Program	Volunteer Guardian Application
Please click the link above for more information about the Volunteer Guardian Program. Or call 419-633-4317 and ask for Melissa Cronin.	Please click the link above to print an Application Form. Return it to: Melissa Cronin, LSW 210 E High St., Suite 2 Bryan, OH 43506

Activities - Hot, Balanced Lunches - Presentations - Classes, Cards - Wellness Programs - Trips
Opportunities for friendships and fellowship

Call your local Senior Center for more information or to make lunch reservations:

Bryan Senior Center 419-636-4047 1201 S. Portland St.	Montpelier Senior Center 419-485-3218 325 N. Jonesville
Edon Area Senior Center 419-272-2070 320 Parkway (Edon Community Center)	Pioneer Senior Center 100 N. Elm St. 419-737-3095 Pioneer Community Center
Stryker Senior Center 419-682-2083 102 E. Mulberry	West Unity Senior Center 419-924-5447 509 W. Main (Kissell Community Bldg)
Edgerton Senior Center 419-298-3564 317 N. Michigan (Library Lower Level)

Older Adults who are unable to come to the center and who find it difficult to shop for and prepare meals are eligible to receive home-delivered meals from the Williams County Department of Aging. The balanced, nutritious meals are prepared and packed at two kitchens, then delivered from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday throughout the entire county. People must be 60 or older and need help to maintain proper nutrition. Our drivers also offer a friendly greeting and quick wellness check with clients. Call your local senior center or the main office to request this service or for more information.

Seniors often need help with transportation in order to stay healthy and active. The Williams County Department of Aging is the primary provider of non-emergency transportation for older adults in the county. Drivers accompany seniors to medical appointments locally and as far as Toledo and Ft. Wayne. Transportation is also provided for people coming to the centers, shopping, and going to special events. Clients must be 60 or older and need to make reservations in advance by calling the local center.

Williams County Department of Aging is an excellent resource for information on any aging issue including insurance, senior living options, PASSPORT, services and resources. Equipment such as bath aids and wheelchairs are for loan--call 419-633-4317. In addition, the Bryan and Montpelier Senior Centers house caregiver and Alzheimer's libraries with materials available for loan.

Independent Living Assistance can help with errands, shopping, bill paying. Call the office at 419-633-4317

Farmers' Market Coupons can save older adults $50 during the produce season when shopping at stands from June until October. Applications must be filled out and mailed to Area Office On Aging. Call 419-633-4317 to get an application.

Lifesaving Information for Emergencies (L.I.F.E.) - Project offers forms to provide emergency information when you are unable to speak for yourself. Visit any senior center or 201 E. High St., Ste 2, Bryan to pick up L.I.F.E. kit.

Williams County Department of Aging holds special events to celebrate active aging. Monthly evening meals, Trips, Thanksgiving, Volunteer Appreciation and Senior Day at the Fair all offer enjoyable change of pace throughout the year.


Tuesday Jan 24	Evening Meal Montpelier Senior Center Serving 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Bingo to follow
Thursday Feb 16	Evening Meal West Unity Senior Center Serving 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Bingo to follow

SENIOR CENTERS:
BRYAN - 419-636-4047
EDGERTON - 419-298-3564
EDON - 419-272-2070
MONTPELIER - 419-485-3218
PIONEER - 419-737-3095
STRYKER - 419-682-2083
WEST UNITY - 419-924-5447

DEPARTMENT OF AGING:
201 E. High Street
Suite 2
Bryan, OH 43506
419-633-4317
419-633-4319 (Fax)
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday
Barb Lingvai, Executive Director
e-mail blingvai@bright.net

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