Franklin County Area Agency on Aging

06/18/2026

Did you know you can find activity calendars for each of our senior centers online, plus our monthly lunch menu?

It's true! Visit www.franklincountypa.gov/senior-centers to see what's happening at Franklin County's eight senior centers in June.

06/15/2026

June 15 is recognized each year as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Older people are mistreated more often than we think due to the lack of supports for older people in our communities. An estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10, older Americans experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

It doesn’t have to be this way. The Franklin County Area Agency on Aging encourages everyone to get involved in creating a stronger society that safeguards our communities and prevents abuse.

Visit http://eldermistreatment.usc.edu/weaad-home to learn more

06/11/2026

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06/10/2026

Seniors, don't miss a special Second Saturday program this week when Peggy Ann Bradnick Jackson discusses her infamous 1966 kidnapping in Shade Gap, at the time the largest manhunt in U.S. history.

Hear Peggy Ann's story at 10:30 am this Saturday at the Greencastle Senior Activity Center, part of our monthly Second Saturday program. All Franklin County residents 60+ are welcome!

On Second Saturdays, seniors can hear special presentations from guest speakers, enjoy a catered lunch, participate in health and wellness workshops, and take part in other offered activities. All equipment and materials that are available during normal hours are also be available on Saturdays.

Other scheduled activities include the monthly Coffee & Caregivers support group at 10 am, lunch at noon (menu: sloppy joe, creamy mac and cheese, veggies and dip, dessert and a drink), and social hour and games at 1 pm. Activities and games, like Wii Bowling, Connect 4, RummiKub and more will also be available.

Please call ahead to RSVP for Coffee & Caregivers or to reserve your lunch. Donations to cover the lunch meal are greatly appreciated.

If you've been curious about Franklin County's senior centers and our programs for older adults but aren't able to visit us during the week, Second Saturdays is a great time to check out what we have to offer.

06/10/2026

Join our team!

Franklin County is hiring! There is currently an opening for an Administrative Assistant I with the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging. For details, visit https://buff.ly/XvQtK4J.

06/05/2026

Seniors, you're invited to our March "Second Saturday" happening June 13 from 10 am - 2 pm at the Greencastle Senior Activity Center. All Franklin County residents 60+ are welcome!

On "Second Saturdays," seniors can hear special presentations from guest speakers, enjoy a catered lunch, participate in health and wellness workshops, and take part in other offered activities. All equipment and materials that are available during normal hours are also be available on Saturdays.

This month's "Second Saturday" includes a special presentation at 10:30 am when Peggy Ann Bradnick Jackson will talk about her infamous 1966 kidnapping in Shade Gap, at the time the largest manhunt in U.S. history.

Other scheduled activities include the monthly Coffee & Caregivers support group at 10 am, lunch at noon (menu: sloppy joe, creamy mac and cheese, veggies and dip, dessert and a drink), and social hour and games at 1 pm. Activities and games, like Wii Bowling, Connect 4, RummiKub and more will also be available.

Please call ahead to RSVP for Coffee & Caregivers or to reserve your lunch. Donations to cover the lunch meal are greatly appreciated.

If you've been curious about Franklin County's senior centers and our programs for older adults but aren't able to visit us during the week, Second Saturdays is a great time to check out what we have to offer

06/04/2026

Eligible Franklin County seniors can once again participate in the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program this year. This program provides income-eligible seniors with fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs from approved farmers.

Vouchers for the 2026 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program will be available starting Monday, June 8 at the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging office. (Don't forget: the Aging office is now located at 2593 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg.)

For more information, call (717) 263-2153.

06/03/2026

Signs are now up at our new home in the North Pointe Business Center!

Come see our new admin offices and Chambersburg Senior Activity Center at 2593 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg.

Admin offices are open Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The senior center is open Monday-Friday, 8 am to 4 pm

05/29/2026

May is recognized as Older Americans Month, and the Chambersburg, Waynesboro and Mont Alto senior activity centers recently gathered at the Mont Alto Carnival Grounds to celebrate.

The national theme for Older Americans Month in 2026 is "Champion Your Health," a way to encourage older adults to take steps to prevent health problems before they start. Nearly 100 seniors attended our celebration.

The day’s activities reflected the event theme and included socializing, games, bingo, and a craft project. In support of healthy living, nurse Shelly Sollenberger provided blood pressure checks for attendees. Guest speakers Jason Nunnelee, Community and Marketing Director for Chambersburg Skilled Nursing, and Leslie Punt, owner of Center of Balance, shared valuable information on ways participants could improve and maintain their health with presentations on brain health, lymphatic drainage, and reflexology. Each attendee received a bagged lunch to enjoy during the event.

At the end of the day, several lucky seniors received gift baskets through a prize drawing. We would like to thank the following community supporters for their generous donations: Jason Nunnelee, Chambersburg Skilled Nursing and Rehab, Franklin Hospice, BrightStar Home Care, Grane Hospice, William Grove Library
and Journey Hospice.

05/28/2026

Don't mind the mess as we continue to settle into our new home at the North Pointe Business Center (2593 Philadelphia Avenue, Chambersburg).

The Franklin County Area Agency on Aging office is officially open TODAY, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, at our new location. The Chambersburg Senior Activity Center will open Friday to serve seniors bagged lunches; normal activities and meals will resume on Monday, June 1.

So where exactly are our offices? We're located on the far left side of the North Pointe Business Center next to Dollar Tree. Don't worry; signs will be installed in the coming days to help you find us.

We can't wait to welcome you to our new home!