Announcements

CONSUMERS ENERGY WARNS AGAINST IMPOSTER PHONE SCAM Imposters Demanding Payments via Green Dot Prepaid Card JACKSON, Mich., Nov. 5, 2013 – Consumers Energ... Read More ›

The Commission on Aging has medical equipment to loan, at no cost. We currently have a number of wheelchairs, walkers and transfer benches, plus many other... Read More ›

Thanks for a Successful Fundraiser Many community volunteers have successfully completed the fifth annual fundraiser for the Step Up To End Alzheimer’s W... Read More ›

By Dustin Wright, COA Student Intern For those who were unable to attend our Fraud & Identity Theft presentation by our local and state police departme... Read More ›

Scammers will place a call to an older adult, and when the victim picks up, they will say something along the lines of: “Hi Grandma, do you know who this... Read More ›

The Isabella County Transportation Commission is pleased to announce the age requirement for the Gold Passes is officially lowered to 80.  If you are age ... Read More ›

This is an old trick but it is still being used. The victim is told they have won a sweepstakes or lottery, but they must make a payment to get their winni... Read More ›

Lakeshore Legal Aid is providing FREE legal advice to people over age 60. For an appointment call Toll Free: 1-866-552-2889 Read More ›

As the holidays draw near, I thought I would write about some of the things I am thankful for. The usual list came to mind – my parents, siblings, gr... Read More ›

Many county residents know the vast array of services provided by the Commission on Aging. County residents know that our mission is to offer services that... Read More ›

Volunteers are very special people. They give of themselves willingly expecting very little in return. They are most happy helping anyone in need. Commissi... Read More ›

More and more American citizens, specifically older adults, are receiving fraudulent calls from the Jamaica area code of 876. Many people believe that 876 ... Read More ›

The holiday and season that involves presents is upon us. What is a present? Is it a pretty package with a bow on it that you can’t wait to open? Or is i... Read More ›

Be aware that there has been an increase in activity with the Grandparent Scam with money transfers to Canada. Fraudsters are calling grandparents and impe... Read More ›

As you get older and retire or move to a new community, you may not have as many opportunities to socialize as you did when you were younger. If you’re n... Read More ›

Do you know someone who might enjoy listening to the monthly ActiveLiving on cassette tape? Why not give them a call and let them know about this free serv... Read More ›

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples”  – Mother Theresa Every ripple has a point of... Read More ›

“In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us.” – Flora Edmonds Gold Key V... Read More ›

The Christmas ornaments are returned to the boxes. Families have returned home and the craziness of “Black Friday” is out of memory. 2014 is a new year... Read More ›

The Nutrition Program provides a hot meal each day, but for many it is more than a meal, it is the contact with another person each day. I received a call ... Read More ›

The month of November holds the day of giving Thanks. We would like to take this moment to give thanks for our Senior Companion Volunteers who give the gif... Read More ›

Many Isabella County residents are receiving telemarketing scam calls. One older adult reported a call supposedly from Publishers Clearing House. The calle... Read More ›

In a recent article by Ellen Goodman, she discussed the drama faced by Nelson Mandela’s family surrounding his illness. She talked about the many familie... Read More ›

I have a file folder tucked away in a cabinet that is bulging with much appreciated thank you letters from clients who are grateful to our Gold Key volunte... Read More ›

Each year, Food with Friends sends surveys about our program and the meals we serve to participants for completion. I always enjoy reading the comments. I ... Read More ›

Foster Grandparent Program “No more pencils, No more books, No more teacher’s dirty looks – Schools out for Summer.” Well these lyrics don’t exac... Read More ›

An Ode to Volunteers Our volunteers help many in various ways They visit – they call and brighten the days They answer the phones with kindness and grace... Read More ›

One Of America’s largest fraud problems is the victimization of citizens over the age of 65 by a financial swindle. Toll-free hotlines have been set up t... Read More ›

Occasionally I receive letters from clients thanking Commission on Aging for the services we provide. One particular letter described how grateful a client... Read More ›

As a new year begins so do the resolutions. How many times have people made resolutions that only last a month or two at most? A New Year’s resolution is... Read More ›

The No Excuse for Elder Abuse program is an awareness campaign in Michigan that was created to inform the public about the growing problem of elder abuse a... Read More ›

I met this person several years ago shortly after her spouse passed away. She was having a very difficult time adjusting to the loss of her husband of many... Read More ›

As the Nutrition Coordinator for the Food with Friends program, I hear many comments about the meals. I always welcome the good and not so good comments; b... Read More ›

They wake in the morning early to get to the pool on time before class starts at 7:30 a.m. It is not so bad this time of year but they do it in the middle ... Read More ›

There are always two sides to every story and that could not be truer for the Senior Companion Program. This volunteer program touches the life of the volu... Read More ›

If your passion is keeping older adults healthy and independent, your donation can help one of the following programs: Foster Grandparent Program “Hey, I... Read More ›

Occasionally we all receive advice or a recommendation from a friend or relative to try something new or do something different such as try a new exercise ... Read More ›

For most of us, there comes a time when advice from an elder may hit a little close to home. In the years I’ve been working with older adults, I’ve had... Read More ›

Often the Commission on Aging staff receives “thank you” notes from people who have had a connection with program staff. It seems appropriate at this t... Read More ›

People volunteer for a variety of reasons. Some people are lonely or looking for something to do. Some want to use their skills. Others want to help someon... Read More ›

The Senior Companion Program Imagine for a moment that you are in a situation where you are now residing in a facility that is not your home. The surroundi... Read More ›

Why the Golf Outing? Once a year the Commission on Aging sponsors a Golf Outing. Some may ask, “What does that have to do with the services the COA provi... Read More ›

Years ago, I remember conversations with friends who were teachers talking about having been in their careers long enough that they were now teaching the c... Read More ›

Several years ago a woman called in to volunteer with COA. It seems her grown children thought it was a good idea – it would give her something to do the... Read More ›

The first time we met was when he stopped by the Commission on Aging to see the building. I took him on a tour and then we talked for awhile. I found out h... Read More ›

There are times when we in the human service profession get so caught up in making sure that the funding continues, regulations are being followed and numb... Read More ›

What does a home delivered meal mean to you? It might be a way to remain independent, a way to maintain a healthy lifestyle and receive proper nutrition ea... Read More ›

“It Saved My Life!!!” “It keeps my mind alert and my body active!” “It gives me a feeling of satisfaction knowing that I am making a difference i... Read More ›

As a social worker at the Isabella County Commission on Aging for 25 years, it still brings a smile to hear a student exclaim, “You’ll never guess what... Read More ›

Isabella County is a great place to live and work. It is especially so because of people like Dave McGuire. Dave is the president of The McGuire Companies ... Read More ›