Baltimore County Department of Aging

06/23/2026

Did you know that BCDA has a newspaper? Do you subscribe? Do you pick it up at your local senior center or library? Do you wish is were digital? What would make you become a reader.

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06/23/2026

06/23/2026

BCDA SPOTLIGHT TUESDAY
Each Tuesday, BCDA shines the spotlight on an individual or group making a difference through their connection to our Department. This week, we are proud to recognize our five senior centers receiving Awards from the Maryland Association of Senior Centers for their creative programming:

WINNERS
Ateaze Senior Center – Community Partnership - Lovies for Law Enforcement
Arbutus Senior Center – Fundraising - Classic Costume Jewelry Sale

RUNNER UPS
OPAL - Expressive Creative Art – Reflective Writing for Seniors
Parkville Senior Center – Fundraiser – Annual Classic Car Show
Seven Oaks Senior Center – Community Partnerships – Partners with Seven Oaks Elementary School

BCDA is thrilled that our senior centers received 5 of the 17 awards presented statewide. This outstanding accomplishment highlights the exceptional work taking place across our centers every day. In Maryland's competitive network of aging services, this is a remarkable achievement and a source of great pride for Baltimore County.

Please join us in congratulating these senior centers on their awards!!

Pictured is Arbutus Senior Center volunteer, Brenda Goodrich-Lawson, who conceived the idea of the fabulous fundraiser of the jewelry sale.

06/22/2026

Time to start your creative thoughts on your entry for the 2026 Creative Arts Contest. We are looking for art and writing masterpieces around the theme of "Connected by Heart".

To have the guidelines emailed to you, contact [email protected].

06/22/2026

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued until tonight at 9:00 p.m.

Stay prepared—protect yourself and your loved ones by creating an emergency plan and signing up for Baltimore County Emergency Management Alerts via the 🔗 in the comments.

06/22/2026

REIMAGINE AGING
The oldest female solo-skydiver is Florida’s 85-year-old Maria Yegella. Growing Bolder was there for her latest record-breaking jump. She shares with Marc Middleton why she continues to take the leap.

The oldest female solo-skydiver is Florida’s 85-year-old Maria Yege...

06/21/2026

Start stepping to your goal today so you can join BCDA for our 20th Annual Get Ready! Get Set! Get Fit! 5K/One Mile Walk at CCBC Essex campus.