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Care Options and Resources

This section provides information, resources and contact information for people who need care – whether at home, in the community or in a nursing home. Most of the information in this section is aimed at helping you stay independent at home.

Health and Safety

As we age, there are things we can do for ourselves and our loved-ones to to protect our health and safety. Whether it’s finding a new physician or preparing for a disaster, resources in this section can help.

Housing

Whether you need help with a home repair, rental or utility assistance, or finding a home to suit your particular health needs, COA’s housing resources and information can help.

Work, Education and Leisure

Learn something, have some fun! Resources in this section will help you find the information you need, whether you want to take a class, find a park, find a job, volunteer, or travel the world.


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Computer Training


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Cincinnati Computer Cooperative

Description:

Cincinnati Computer Cooperative is a nonprofit organization that partners with local businesses and individuals to provide refurbished computers to area seniors, schools, nonprofits and others in need. For seniors, refurbished computers are available starting at $75.00.  A free training class is required with the purchase of a computer.  Training classes are offered every Saturday between the hours of 9:00-10:00 a.m. at 49 Novner Dr, Cincinnati OH. The class takes approximately 1 hour.  Discount Internet access is also availab. The nonprofit Cincinnati Computer Cooperative helps you get the computer you need at a price you can afford. The Cooperative accepts donations of gently used computers, refurbishes them, then offers them at below market prices starting at $150.

 

People over 55 years of age are eligible. So are students, those on any form of public assistance. Also nonprofits and schools. Seniors often buy for younger students in their family.

Prices for laptops and desktops start at just $150 and include free software and a full year’s guarantee. It’s easy: just call 513.771.3262. A helpful, experienced staff member will be happy to guide you through buying your new-to-you computer.


Mayerson JCC (Jewish Community Center)

Description:

Mayerson JCC (Jewish Community Center) is a contracted provider of Council on Aging offering the following services:

  • home-delivered meals (kosher available)
  • congregate meals
  • recreation
  • transportation

Mayerson JCC and Senior Center offers:  ShalomNet Computer Classes, Digital Photography Club, ShalomPhone, Home Delivered Meals, Congregate Meal site. 

Mayerson JCC offers congregate meals Monday thru Friday, check-in at 11:45 am each day.  Congregate meal options are also offered at the Mayersnon JCafe on Sunday 9:30am-4:00pm; Monday thru Thursday 7:30am-6:00pm; Friday 7:30 am-2:30pm.

With the JCC ShalomNet Computer Classes, you can learn the skills you need to surf the web, and e-mail friends and family at JCCs around the U.S. and the world! ShalomNet Computer Classes are held once a week for four, six, or eight weeks. You can join anytime!

The new ShalomNet Digital Photography Club teaches you modern photo techniques such as downloading pictures from digital cameras, scanning photographs, making photo manipulations and much more. Held in the JCC computer lab, these classes are specially designed for senior adults. ShalomNet is a JCC program and an initiative of The Manuel D. and Rhoda Mayerson Foundation. The photography club is FREE, and open to all senior adult JCC or ASK members.  Members will be responsible for their own expenses. Basic computer knowledge is preferred.  ShalomNet Digital Photography Club meetings will be held on the first and third Monday of every month at the JCC. Members can join at any time!


For information on ShalomNet Computer Classes and Digital Photography Club contact Susan Bradley, 513.792.5654 or [email protected].

ShalomPhone

A telephone outreach program for seniors, ages 60 & older. Volunteers make daily calls to check on the well-being of elderly and disabled persons who live alone. ShalomPhone is funded by the Manuel D. and Rhoda Mayerson Foundation to support seniors who prefer to live independently. FREE. 


Partners In Prime
230 Ludlow Street
Hamilton 45011

Description:

Partners in Prime is contracted provider of Council on Aging offering the following services:

  • home-delivered meals
  • medical transportation
  • non-medical transportation
  • independent living assistance
  • recreation
  • Congregate Meals

At, the West Chester Prime Club (senior center),  members have access to services and programs focused on wellness which strengthen physical, social, educational, emotional and recreational well-being. The club provides members with a healthy connection to others and a vital link to the community, and also reduces the barriers that can occur as a result of isolation. 

Prime Club Location

West Chester
7900 Cox Road
West Chester, OH 45069
(513) 779-7360
www.partnersinprime.org/west-chester

Congregate meals are offere at the West Chester Prime Club Monday thru Friday, meal served at 12:00 pm.

Transportation Services

Transportation is available to take adults age 60 and over to doctor appointments, pharmacies, the post office, etc. Suggested donation is $10.00 per round trip; to schedule a ride, call 513.867.9195.


University Of Arkanas Grantham
2404 N. University Avenue
Little Rock Arkansas 66219

Description:


University of Arkansas Grantham provides online college courses to seniors and people of all ages looking to earn their degree online. We also offer scholarships for veterans. Visit https://www.grantham.edu/ to see the full list of programs available or scholarships available to apply for.