Age-Friendly Athens County

Age-Friendly Athens County Age-Friendly Athens County is an initiative focused on making the community more welcoming and livable for people of all ages, with a focus on older adults.

Intergenerational storytelling helps strengthen connection, belonging, and understanding across generations, all importa...
05/26/2026

Intergenerational storytelling helps strengthen connection, belonging, and understanding across generations, all important parts of building an age-friendly community.

During this free intergenerational storytelling workshop, participants will explore climate justice in Southeastern Ohio through poetry, performance, movement, and digital storytelling.

When: June 2. 3 and 4 from 10 AM–2 PM with Community sharing on June 4 from 5–6:30 PM
Where: Around Athens & Ohio University (locations TBD)

This workshop is facilitated by professional theatre-makers Lily Odekirk and Mateo Hernandez, along with OU Professor Sarah Ramey, in partnership with Ohio University Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts.

To sign up, email:
[email protected]
[email protected]

Senior Day is almost here!Age-Friendly Athens County will be there with an interactive activity and a big reminder: olde...
05/13/2026

Senior Day is almost here!

Age-Friendly Athens County will be there with an interactive activity and a big reminder: older adults are people with knowledge, skills, stories, and curiosity.

Hosted by United Seniors of Athens County, Senior Day is a great chance to connect with local organizations, learn about resources, and celebrate older adults in our community.

We hope to see you there!

Community Food Initiatives is hosting a Plant Start Giveaway & Potluck on Tuesday, May 19 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at 94 Col...
05/10/2026

Community Food Initiatives is hosting a Plant Start Giveaway & Potluck on Tuesday, May 19 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at 94 Columbus Rd. in Athens (ACEnet). Rain date is May 21.

Access to fresh food, opportunities to gather, and spaces that bring people together all help make a community more age-friendly.

Our friends at Age-Friendly Delaware County put together a short video sharing how SourcePoint approaches age-friendly e...
05/09/2026

Our friends at Age-Friendly Delaware County put together a short video sharing how SourcePoint approaches age-friendly efforts in their community.

It’s always helpful to see how other communities are putting these ideas into practice.

Take a few minutes to watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1LmH3KycXP0

AGE-FRIENDLY ATHENS COUNTY CORNERAthens County is part of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, an effort to hel...
05/08/2026

AGE-FRIENDLY ATHENS COUNTY CORNER
Athens County is part of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, an effort to help people stay active, engaged, and supported as they grow older. Needs and routines may change with age, but that should not mean feeling left out or disconnected.

May's feature: Rural Action's Medical Donation Program

May is Older Americans Month! This year's theme is "Champion Your Health"Champion your health in ways that feel meaningf...
05/08/2026

May is Older Americans Month! This year's theme is "Champion Your Health"

Champion your health in ways that feel meaningful to you. In Athens County, that might look like gardening, visiting a local market, or enjoying fresh foods at home. Small, everyday choices support lifelong wellness.

Join NAMI Athens and Recovery Connections of Southeast Ohio for a free flower arrangement workshop. Create a bouquet to ...
05/07/2026

Join NAMI Athens and Recovery Connections of Southeast Ohio for a free flower arrangement workshop. Create a bouquet to gift or keep, and enjoy a welcoming space to connect with others.

All flowers and materials are provided.

Friday, May 8
5–7 pm
17 Blue Line Drive, Athens

Spots are limited, so be sure to RSVP! [email protected] or 740-300-1611

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, join NAMI Athens every Tuesday in May for four powerful cinematic journe...
05/06/2026

In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, join NAMI Athens every Tuesday in May for four powerful cinematic journeys of the mind.

This series places depictions of mental health center-frame, inviting the community to openly acknowledge mental health and challenge the stigma that surrounds it.

Admission is FREE and open to the public. Tickets are required

All film screening events begin at 7:00 p.m. and will feature guest speakers who will give a pre-show presentation

Need furniture or other household goods? Come to the Community Giveback Day at the Athens County Fairgrounds on May 6th ...
05/05/2026

Need furniture or other household goods?

Come to the Community Giveback Day at the Athens County Fairgrounds on May 6th from 4-7 p.m. and 7th from 8-11 a.m.

Looking to donate items? Check out Ohio University's guide to donation drop offs. https://www.ohio.edu/recycle/resources/move-out

Happy Star Wars Day.Every Luke needs an Obi-Wan.Someone with a little more experience, a different perspective, and the ...
05/04/2026

Happy Star Wars Day.

Every Luke needs an Obi-Wan.

Someone with a little more experience, a different perspective, and the willingness to share it.

Who’s yours?

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278 W Union Street
Athens, OH
45701

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