Sowega Council on Aging/Area Agency on Aging

04/09/2026

Looking for a healthy dish to take to a Labor Day gathering this weekend?

This simple bean salad is packed with protein and fiber and can be made ahead of time. With black beans, chickpeas, red onion, feta and lemon, it makes an easy side dish for a cookout, picnic or family meal.

Find the recipe here:

This vibrant five-bean salad is a refreshing, protein-packed side that’s as flavorful as it is colorful. A lemon-herb vinaigrette coats a mix of five different beans.

02/09/2026

Choosing the right long-term care facility is an important decision. Our latest blog from the Ombudsman Team shares key things to consider, from quality of care and staffing to costs, activities, resident rights, and more.

Read more about choosing the right long-term care facility: https://sowegacoa.org/tips-for-choosing-the-right-long-term-care-facility/

02/09/2026

September is National Healthy Aging Month, a time to celebrate the choices that help us stay healthy, active, and independent as we age.

Healthy aging isn't about being perfect. It's about taking small steps that can make a big difference over time. Throughout September, we'll be sharing helpful wellness information, healthy aging tips, and resources available through the Sowega Council on Aging and our community partners.

Whether you're planning for your own future or helping care for a loved one, we're here to connect you with information, programs, and resources that support healthy aging across Southwest Georgia.

Here's to living well at every age!

01/09/2026

Caregiving can be challenging. Check out this free Lunch & Learn focused on stress relief, balance, and resilience for caregivers. See the flyer for details and share with a caregiver in your life!

📢 Calling all Caregivers in Southwest GA! (Know a caregiver? SHARE this with them.)

Caregiving takes everything you've got. If your stress is on the back burner, this FREE Lunch & Learn is for you.

Join me September 12th for a hands-on, interactive workshop focused on stress relief. You'll learn real techniques for finding balance, calming your nervous system, and building resilience on the spot - tools you can use immediately for relief.

Open to ALL caregivers. See the flyer for details, and treat your nervous system to this time of connection and learning.

01/09/2026

Now Accepting Applications:

Sowega Council on Aging is currently accepting applications for the Home Delivered Meals Program. This program helps provide nutritious meals to eligible, homebound seniors with the most serious need throughout our Southwest Georgia service area, helping support their independence, health, and well-being at home.

To apply, call 1-800-282-6612, option 1, or apply online here: https://sowegacoa.wufoo.com/forms/x17frjuf1g0ctor/

28/08/2026

Good news! Classes at Central Baptist Church will resume Monday, August 31. We appreciate your patience and understanding and look forward to seeing everyone back in class!

28/08/2026

Looking for ways to improve your health and wellness?

Check out these free community education workshops offered by Izzie Sadler, Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach. With both in-person and virtual options available, it's easy to participate from anywhere.

SEPTEMBER schedule ⭐️ Save & Share! FREE Community Education Workshops. In-person and VIRTUAL (join from anywhere). If you're looking for more energy, vitality and a healthy future... I'll see you there! ✨

28/08/2026

Fresh, simple, and full of summer flavor, this cucumber tomato salad is a light and refreshing side dish perfect for warm August days and healthy everyday meals.

This cucumber tomato salad tosses sliced cucumbers, fresh tomatoes, and onion in a sweet and tangy vinaigrette dressing for an easy summer side.

26/08/2026

Happy National Dog Day! Pets bring so much joy into our lives, and for adults age 60 and older, dog ownership can offer even more meaningful benefits. From encouraging gentle daily activity to easing stress, lifting mood, and providing steady companionship, dogs can make each day a little brighter.

Learn more about the benefits of pet ownership for adults age 60 and older:

We understand that good health goes beyond doctor visits. Sometimes, well-being comes on four legs and with a wagging tail — or a gentle purr. Owning a…

25/08/2026

Class Cancellation Notice

Due to unforeseen circumstances, all classes at Central Baptist Church have been canceled until further notice. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We will provide an update as soon as classes are scheduled to resume.