The Commission on Aging is a leading multi-service agency that provides a community focal point for the needs of our older adult population.

Programs focus on assisting individuals who are sixty (60) years of age or older and live within our geographical service area.

If you would like additional information regarding the programs and services we offer please view our online brochure or stop by for a visit.

Free Tax Preparation Available at Commission on Aging

The Isabella County Commission on Aging is working again with the AARP Tax-Aide program to assist area citizens by providing free income tax preparation with free e-filing available. This service is provided to low and middle income taxpayers, with special attention to those 60 and older. Appointments for all sites except Winchester Towers, Dover Court, and Riverview must be made by calling the Commission on Aging. Residents of Winchester, Dover Court, and Riverview should call their building office. More details...

Holiday Closing Reminder

The Commission on Aging, Activity Center and all Food Sites will be closed on Monday, February 20, in honor of Presidents Day.

Fitness Event Nets $20,000 for Meals on Wheels

The Annual Keep Meals-on-Wheels Rolling Fitness Event generated $20,000 for our home-delivered meals program. Our fitness event included an array of activities for all levels of competitors.

Our home delivered meals program provides meals to 724 individuals of Isabella and Gratiot Counties. These meals are extremely important to those individuals who are homebound, physically or mentally unable to attend a congregate meal site, or unable to adequately prepare their own meals.

Our community volunteers see the importance of our program. They donated their time and effort to help put on this event, while making it a success. Participants raised pledges for their participation. Local businesses donated prizes for participants. Our local supporters believe in us and the efforts we put forth.

Read the article at the National Council On Aging website

Project Suds

Inspired by cherished Winn Food with Friends site volunteer, Lindsey Trempler, Commission on Aging presents “Project Suds”.

Through the month of January, Lindsey and the Commission on Aging will be accepting donations of unopened/unused soap, lotion, conditioner, and shampoo including those from hotels.

Donations will then be distributed to our older adult neighbors in Isabella County with the help of our wonderful volunteers.

Please contact Elizabeth Baldwin at the Commission on Aging (989) 772-0748 ext. 218 for more information or if you would like to be a recipient.

Have a Heart Still Needs Your Support 

Have a Heart needs your help!

Considering the difficult economic conditions many older individuals are currently facing countywide, we hope to serve at least 150 people this year. The Commission on Aging is asking community members to assist us in this project. All of the funds for the “Have a Heart” boxes come from the generosity of individuals in our communities. No federal, state or local dollars are used for the project. As of January 22, 2012, we have received $1851.00 in donations-we still have a long way to go to meet the goal of distributing 150 boxes!

Every box will contain enough food for six meals, making a total of 900 fully nutritionally balanced meals. Each box will also include a $35.00 gift card to a local merchant. COA realizes many older adults are contending with the increased costs of utilities, prescriptions and medical bills. Some are struggling to choose between paying bills or buying food. The gift card will allow independence of usage and will help make funds available to meet other needs.

The cost of each box will be approximately $50.00. The total cost of this year’s project is approximately $7,500.00. Your generous donation can help to brighten some very cold, dreary days in February for people who may be lonely, homebound and in great need.

There’s still time to donate to Have a Heart! Any size donation is deeply appreciated! Make your check payable to Friends of Isabella Seniors, 2200 S. Lincoln Road, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. If you have questions or would like more information,  please contact the Commission on Aging at 989-772-0748.

Thank you and please “Have a Heart.”

Reception-Ambassadors Needed at Commission on Aging

Do you have experience working with a multi-line phone? Have you worked in customer service? If you enjoy a professional office atmosphere which includes greeting visitors and performing general clerical duties, the Commission on Aging needs you! We are looking for volunteers to work as a Reception-Ambassador once per week from 8:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., or from 12:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Please call 989-772-0748.

 Breakfast Special at Commission on Aging!

Join us on the third Friday of the month for a Farmer’s Breakfast to be served at the Isabella County Commission on Aging. Breakfast will be served from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. in Room C. The cost is $4.00 per person.

Bring your family & friends Friday, September 16 for a delicious hot breakfast.

Featured items for September include the following:

• Seasonal Fruit
• Juice/Coffee
• Scrambled Eggs
• Toast and Muffins
• Bacon/Sausage (2 links and 2 strips)
• Cook’s Special of Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

There will be a different “Cook’s Special” featured each month. The Farmer’s Breakfast is not a buffet or all you can eat, however we will offer large portions and your choice of the above listed items, or a combination of the available items.

Please call 989-772-0748 for reservations at least 24 hours in advance.

Please spread the word and enjoy a hot breakfast with your friends or family. There is no age requirement to attend. Please join us!

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