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Cooling Care: Senior Heat Relief Program Ramps Up For Summer

As we’re being hit by the heat of summer, it’s important to remember that extreme heat can pose serious health risks, especially for older adults. With seniors being more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke and dehydration, it’s...

Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Recognizing and Preventing Abuse of Older Adults

Each year on June 15th, the world observes Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a crucial occasion dedicated to raising awareness about the abuse and neglect of older adults. As our global population ages, it becomes increasingly important to acknowledge and address the issues...

Celebrating Wisdom and Resilience: Honoring Older Americans

As we enter May, we are reminded of the invaluable contributions of older Americans to our communities, families, and society as a whole. Established in 1963, Older Americans Month has been a time to recognize and celebrate the enduring wisdom, resilience, and...

Helping More Than They Know, Honoring Our Volunteers This April

As we celebrate National Volunteer Month in April, it’s fitting to shine a spotlight on the dedicated individuals who form the lifeblood of our organization. At the Council on Aging for Henderson County, volunteers play an indispensable role in fulfilling our...

The Council on Aging Partners With Subaru for Share the Love Event

The Council on Aging for Henderson County is excited to announce we are partnering for another year with Subaru for their Share the Love Event. As part of a national partnership with Meals on Wheels America, Subaru of America, Inc. and its retailers will donate a...

The Council on Aging Wants to Fund Meals this #GivingTuesday

The Council on Aging for Henderson County (COAHC) has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Occurring this year...