For many people, pets are more than a pet. For Mary, Charlie Brown is her best friend and life companion. When Charlie became ill, Mary realized she couldn’t afford his medical bills. Luckily for both Charlie Brown and Mary, she is a client at the Athens Community Council on Aging. At the ACCA, we understand […]
07.06.2018
Meet The Author: Jonathan F. Putnam To Visit ACCA
Author of the Lincoln and Speed Mystery Series ABOUT THE EVENT: Avid Bookshop presents author Jonathan Putnam, for his book FINAL RESTING PLACE: A LINCOLN AND SPEED MYSTERY. This event will take place at the Athens Community Council on Aging on Wednesday, July 18, and will run from 12pm to 1pm. This event is free […]
06.29.2018
ACCA’s Postcard Project Catches the Attention of 11Alive
When Activity Coordinator, Gayle Oliver, was told that her clients wanted to go on vacation, she didn’t let the physical and financial challenges of such a request discourage her. She set to work making a plan to bring the vacation to them – through postcards. It started with a social media post asking those […]
06.12.2018
This week, ACCA is celebrating and recognizing our dedicated and hardworking CNA’s. Their compassion, motivation, and selfless commitment to the clients they serve is appreciated every day and the staff at ACCA is thrilled to have a special week set aside to shine a light on their hard work!
06.04.2018
ACCA Launches Their First Postcard Project
We have so many clients who would love to travel this summer, but are unable to. Please help us take them on a postcard vacation! If you are traveling this summer, please consider taking a few minutes out of your trip to send a postcard from wherever you are for our clients to enjoy. […]
06.04.2018
It’s Official – A New RetroProm King and Queen Have Been Selected!
2018’s retroProm Court was the most competitive group we’ve seen yet! The event certainly wouldn’t have been a record shattering year without their amazing campaigning. L-R: Laura Leiden, Kate Cook, Mike Leggett, Mark Bell, Frances Gibson, David Walton We’d like to thank everyone who contributed to the 4th annual retroProm! The event was the […]
06.04.2018
Live Well Age Well Award Winner Selected
Congratulations to Marilyn Brown, ACCA’s 2018 Live Well Age Well Award winner! In conjunction with Older Americans Month, ACCA seeks nominations to recognize older adults whose contributions to their community emphasizes that you are never too young or too old to take part in initiatives that can enrich your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We […]
05.02.2018
In the last 3 years, ACCA’s retroProm has raised over $79,000 to support ACCA’s programs which enrich the lives of older adults across Northeast Georgia. The funds raised through this event which will aid in providing meals, offering a variety of health and wellness programs, and supporting caregivers. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 […]
05.02.2018
Live Well, Age Well Call For Nominations
ACCA believes you can explore your passion and make a difference at any age. Each May during Older Americans Month, we celebrate an outstanding older adult age 60+ who is making a lasting impact on our community. With heart, dedication and experience, this honoree shows us all how to Live Well, Age Well. We seek […]
03.15.2018
The Athens Community Council on Aging along with Meals on Wheels America is excited to announce the 16th annual March for Meals campaign. This campaign gives businesses, organizations, governments, and volunteers who contribute so generously in their communities an opportunity to join the fight against senior hunger by participating in a variety of events being […]
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