Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc.

This Richland Gives season, join us in fulfilling the mission of the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging to enrich the quality of life for older adults and their families. Many older adults in our community face loneliness and isolation, which can deeply impact their mental and physical well-being. Studies show that social isolation is linked to higher risks of heart disease, depression, and cognitive decline. Your donation will help us foster meaningful social connections, promote mental health, and empower older adults to stay active and engaged. Together, we can make our communities a place where every senior feels valued, connected, and supported.

About us: The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (AAA) is a nonprofit agency that serves Ashland, Crawford, Huron, Knox, Marion, Morrow, Richland, Seneca, and Wyandot Counties. We have programs for all ages and all income levels; however, we specialize in services and programs for older adults and anyone with disabilities.

We aim to help older adults and individuals with disabilities live safely and independently in their homes for as long as possible. We manage programs that provide in-home help and can connect you and your loved ones to a variety of community-based services, including transportation, nutrition programs, and safety monitoring. We also offer free workshops to those with diabetes and other chronic conditions and educational resources, respite, trainings, and support for caregivers and grandparents raising grandchildren.

Additionally, AAA funds and develops programs for the people we serve, and we advocate for older adults at the local, state, and national levels. We also partner with organizations and agencies in our service area to provide options and answers to those who seek them.

Mission

The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. provides leadership, collaboration, coordination, and services to older adults, people with disabilities, their caregivers & resource networks that support individual choice, independence, and dignity.