Volunteers Needed
Most of the Meals on Wheels are delivered by volunteer drivers. Dial-A-Ride currently delivers meals north of Grayling to the Frederic area. We need volunteers to take over this route, which would save us $3,600 annually. Do you like to drive? Make a difference every week by delivering meals to our older adults who struggle to maintain themselves at home. Mileage reimbursement of $0.40 per mile is provided along with detailed orientation. Join our team!
To find out more about any of these opportunities or to sign up call Alice Snyder at 989-348-7123.
Alzheimer’s Support Group
The Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center, in conjunction with the Alzheimer’s Association – Greater Michigan Chapter, offers a support group for friends and caregivers of people who have Alzheimer or other related dementias. This support group is designed to provide an outlet for caregivers to talk, share, get support, learn coping skills, and get education about these dementias. Conducted by trained facilitator, Sherry Haag, meetings take place on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at the Brook of Grayling, 503 Rose St. at 11 a.m. There is no charge to attend this group. If you are unable to leave your loved one alone, Respite Care services are available by contacting the Commission on Aging at (989) 348-7123.
April Birthday Lunch
The Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center would like to invite you to a monthly Birthday Lunch on Tues. Apr. 25 to celebrate the current month’s birthdays. Everyone is invited to celebrate with lunch plus cupcakes for dine in guests only. Lunch is served from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Suggested donation for those age 60+ is $3.50 and price for those under 60 is $6.50.
Wii Bowling
The Wii Bowling Team at the Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center will be meeting every Wed. at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center, Lawndale Building to practice and is currently looking for new players! No experience is necessary: come play, meet new friends, and have a good time.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Sat., Apr. 22. This is a great time to dispose of prescription medications cluttering your cabinets. Medicines no longer being used may pose grave and unnecessary dangers to families and the people visiting their homes. Drugs flushed down toilets also pose an environmental risk as they may eventually find their way into ground water, contaminating it. Expired or unused medications can be taken to one of 4 disposal sites in Grayling: City Hall located at 1020 City Blvd (Available 24-hours), Crawford County Sheriff’s Department located at 200 W. Michigan Ave. (Available 24-hours), the Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy at 500 James Street in Grayling during business hours, and the Medsafe bin in the Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital lobby. Call the Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center at 989-348-7123 if you have any questions.
Foot Care Clinic
The Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center is offering a Foot Care Clinic on Mon., Apr. 24 from 12 -3 p.m.
Appointments are provided by Comfort Keepers where a nurse will soak the feet, trim and file toenails, lotion feet, provide foot care tips, and inspect feet for injury and circulation.
The cost of the service is $25. This payment must be made at the time of booking to secure the appointment. Please bring your own towels (2) and a foot basin to soak feet. The Foot Clinic takes place at the Crawford County Commission on Aging 308 Lawndale, Grayling.
Call 989-348-7123 to make your appointment.
AARP Smart Driver Course
The AARP in conjunction with the Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center is offering the AARP Smart Driver Course. This two-day course will be held at 308 Lawndale Street, on May 9 and 10 from 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. This course is designed especially for drivers aged 50 and older. You will learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. This should increase your confidence and improve awareness of situations. There are no tests to pass. The cost of the course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members (all course materials are included in the cost). Participants need to pay the day of the first class with cash or check. A certificate will be issued, and some insurance companies offer a discount if you complete the course. Participants need to bring their valid Michigan driver’s license and AARP card if they have one. Come early and eat lunch at the COA from 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Suggested donation for those age 60+ is $3.50 and price for those under 60 is $6.50. Please call the Commission on Aging at (989) 348-7123 to register.
Grime to Glitter Party
Please join us for a Grime to Glitter Party, a community celebration of the beginning of construction on the new Crawford County Commission on Aging Senior Center. The party will be held from 12- 3 p.m. on Sat., Apr. 22 at the COA’s new building, 4388 M-72 east of Grayling. There will be a community potluck, games, memories, photos, line dancing, slideshow of COA in action, show & tell of new design and lots of fun! For more details, please contact the Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center at (989) 348-7123.
New to Medicare Seminar
Join the Crawford County Commission on Aging on Wed., Apr. 26 at 11 a.m. via Zoom for a presentation that will help demystify the issues surrounding Medicare. Tammy Findlay, Advocacy & Resource Coordinator, will discuss the various parts of Medicare including what is covered or not covered, Medicare Supplement and Prescription Drug Plans, and how Medicare recipients who have low income can get assistance paying for Prescription Drug Plans and the Medicare Part B premium. For more information, contact Tammy Findlay at tfindlay@crawfordcoa.org or (989) 348-7123.
Kinship Care Program
The Kinship Care Program is a program to assist adults age 55 and up, raising relative children. Only two requests per year may be made per child, there is a limit of $300 per request and requests an be for Clothing, Tutoring, Music Lessons, Sports, School Outings, Camps and more.
For more information, please call the Senior Center at 348-7123.
Spring Fling Luncheon
The community is invited to the Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center’s Curbside Spring Fling Luncheon on Thurs., Apr. 13 from 11:30 a.m. –1 p.m. On the menu will Brown Sugar Glazed Ham, European Vegetable Blend, Scalloped Potatoes, Tropical Fruit Mix and Carrot Cake. RSVP before the luncheon by calling (989) 348-7123. The cost of the luncheon is $6.50 for those under 60 and a suggested donation of $3.50 for those 60 years of age or older.
