Ohio Association of Area Agencies on Aging - o4a

09/03/2026

🎉 Have You Registered for the 2026 o4a Annual Conference?

Registration is open, and we’re looking forward to bringing Ohio’s aging network together this October!

Join professionals, leaders, advocates, and partners from across the state for two days of learning, connection, and collaboration. Whether you’re looking to gain new insights, share ideas, strengthen partnerships, or discover innovative approaches to aging services, there’s something for everyone.

📅 October 21–22, 2026
📍 Hilton Columbus at Easton

🎟️ Registration is open—make plans to join us!

👉 Register today:
https://www.ohioaging.org/aws/O4A/registration/add_registrations_prompt?event_id=85583%26host=retain

Already registered? Share this post with a colleague and invite them to join you! We can’t wait to see you in October. 💙

09/02/2026

🤝 Partner with o4a at the 2026 Annual Conference on Aging!

Want to connect with hundreds of professionals and leaders across Ohio’s aging network? Become a sponsor of the o4a Annual Conference on Aging!

Our conference brings together Area Agencies on Aging, healthcare and service providers, policymakers, advocates, and community partners for two days of learning, collaboration, and connection.

✨ New this year! We’ve expanded our sponsorship offerings with new opportunities to help your organization increase visibility, engage with attendees, and show your support for Ohio’s aging network.

📘 Explore our sponsorship opportunities:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAG9wQ_xR4c/KEzgpw0Nto1dXA6vnyahOw/edit

✅ Reserve your sponsorship today:
https://www.ohioaging.org/aws/O4A/registration/add_registrations_prompt?event_id=85300&host=retain

Your partnership helps support an event that brings the aging network together to share ideas, build connections, and strengthen the future of aging services in Ohio.

We’d love to have your organization join us as a 2026 conference sponsor!

09/01/2026

📢 Upcoming Training: Aging in Ohio

Want to strengthen your understanding of aging services, resources, and the issues impacting older Ohioans?

Join o4a for our upcoming Aging in Ohio webinar! This virtual training provides an opportunity to learn more about the aging landscape in Ohio and gain knowledge you can apply in your work supporting older adults and their communities.

📅 September 9 & 10, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM each day
💻 Virtual via Zoom
🎓 6.0 CEUs available for Social Workers and Nurses
💲 Registration: $130

Whether you're new to the aging network or looking to expand your knowledge, this training is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and better understand the resources and supports available to older Ohioans.

👉 Register today: https://www.ohioaging.org/aws/O4A/registration/add_registrations_prompt?event_id=85571%26host=retain

08/31/2026

📢 Upcoming Training: Medicaid Estate Recovery

Do you work with older adults, individuals with disabilities, families, or caregivers who may have questions about Medicaid and estate recovery?

Join o4a for our upcoming Medicaid Estate Recovery Webinar to learn more about this important topic and gain information you can use when working with consumers and families.

📅 September 15, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
💻 Virtual via Zoom

This training is a great opportunity for professionals in aging services and related fields to strengthen their understanding of Medicaid estate recovery and better support the individuals and families they serve.

🎟️ Registration is open! Reserve your spot today:
https://www.ohioaging.org/aws/O4A/registration/add_registrations_prompt?event_id=85572%26host=retain

08/27/2026

🎉 Registration Is Officially Open for the 2026 o4a Annual Conference!

We’re excited to announce that registration is officially open for the 2026 o4a Annual Conference on Aging!

Join us for an engaging two-day event bringing together professionals, leaders, advocates, and partners from across Ohio’s aging network. The conference is an opportunity to learn, connect, share ideas, and explore innovative approaches to strengthening communities and supporting people as they age.

Whether you’re a longtime attendee or joining us for the first time, we look forward to welcoming you!

📅 Save the Date

2026 o4a Annual Conference on Aging
📅 October 21-22
📍 Hilton Columbus at Easton

🎟️ Registration Is Now Open!

Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of this year’s conference.

👉 Register today: https://www.ohioaging.org/aws/O4A/registration/add_registrations_prompt?event_id=85583%26host=retain

We also encourage you to share this opportunity with your colleagues and partners who may benefit from attending.

We can’t wait to see you at the 2026 o4a Annual Conference!

08/26/2026

We’re excited to share a new white paper highlighting the important role Ohio’s Area Agencies on Aging play in MyCare Ohio and the transition to the Next Generation program.

The transition has given Ohio’s AAAs an opportunity to evolve and modernize—strengthening coordination across the state, developing new capabilities, and building partnerships while maintaining the local knowledge, relationships, and LTSS expertise that have always been at the heart of the aging network.

The paper, developed with Aurrera Health Group, tells the story of what Ohio’s 12 AAAs have accomplished together and the value of connecting managed care with strong community-based organizations.

Read the white paper:

Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) can make integrated care models for people who are dually eligible for Medicare and Medicaid more effective when states engage them early, clearly define their roles, and support them as a coordinated network. A white paper from the Ohio Association of Area Agencies on

08/20/2026

📊 New Report Highlights the Impact of Ohio’s Area Agencies on Aging

What does aging look like in Ohio—and how are Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) responding to the needs of older adults, caregivers, and communities?

A new report from USAging provides a closer look at the work of Ohio’s 12 Area Agencies on Aging, comparing statewide data with national trends.

All 12 Ohio AAAs participated in USAging’s 2025 National Survey, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the Aging Network across the state.

📌 Some key findings:

• 3.08 million Ohioans are age 60 or older—representing 25.9% of the state’s population.

• Ohio AAAs served more than 260,000 consumers in 2024, including approximately 92,800 people receiving registered Older Americans Act services.

• Ohio AAAs connected with an estimated 538,000 older adults and family caregivers through outreach efforts.

• 83% of Ohio AAAs provide caregiver navigation, helping caregivers connect with the services and supports they need.

• 50% of Ohio AAAs report maintaining waitlists for services such as home-delivered meals, homemaker/chore services, personal care, respite, case management, congregate meals, and transportation.

• Ohio AAAs are serving more than older adults—100% provide some type of service to consumers under age 60, reflecting the growing role of AAAs in supporting people with disabilities, caregivers, people living with dementia, veterans, and other community members.

This data demonstrate the breadth and impact of Ohio’s Aging Network while also highlighting the growing demand for services and supports that help people live healthy, independent, and connected lives in their communities.

📖 Read the full Ohio Area Agencies on Aging State Data Report:
https://www.usaging.org//Files/USAging-Ohio-508.pdf

Learn more about the national AAA survey and explore additional state-level findings:
https://www.usaging.org/aaasurvey

08/11/2026

🚨 Stand Out at Ohio's Premier Aging Conference!

Sponsorships for the o4a Annual Conference on Aging are now available!

This is your opportunity to showcase your organization, build lasting relationships with leaders from across Ohio, and demonstrate your commitment to advancing services and supports for older adults.

With new sponsorship options added this year, there's an opportunity for organizations of every size to maximize their presence before and during the conference.

✨ Reach decision-makers.
✨ Increase your brand visibility.
✨ Support the professionals shaping the future of aging in Ohio.

📖 View the Sponsorship Catalog:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAG9wQ_xR4c/KEzgpw0Nto1dXA6vnyahOw/edit

📝 Become a sponsor today:
https://www.ohioaging.org/aws/O4A/registration/add_registrations_prompt?event_id=85300&host=retain

We look forward to partnering with you to make this year's conference our best yet!

08/06/2026

💙 Thank You for Making the Healthy Aging Expo a Success!

We had a wonderful time connecting with older Ohioans, families, community partners, and aging professionals at the Healthy Aging Expo during Senior Day at the Ohio State Fair!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the o4a booth to learn more about Ohio’s aging network, share your experiences, and participate in our interactive activity.

🗺️ We asked: What is your greatest concern about aging?

Your responses helped spark meaningful conversations about what matters most to people as they age—and what we can do together to build communities where everyone has the opportunity to live well and thrive.

If you didn't get a chance to attend, we'd still love to hear from you! What is one thing you think communities can do to help people age well? Share your thoughts in the comments below. 👇

A big thank you to all of our partners who helped make the Healthy Aging Expo possible, and to everyone who spent part of their day connecting with us!

We’re grateful for the opportunity to celebrate healthy aging and the many possibilities that come with longer lives. ❤️

08/03/2026

📍 We're Exhibiting at the Healthy Aging Expo Tomorrow!

If you're attending Senior Day at the Ohio State Fair tomorrow, August 4, be sure to stop by the Healthy Aging Expo and visit the o4a booth!

We'll be joining partners from across Ohio to share information about the services and supports available through Ohio's aging network. Stop by to learn more, ask questions, and participate in our interactive activity:

🗺️ What is your greatest concern about aging? Share your thoughts and ideas for addressing those concerns by adding your response to our interactive map of Ohio.

If you can't make it to the event, feel free to answer our question in the comments below. We would love to hear from you!

The Healthy Aging Expo will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. inside Kasich Hall at the Ohio State Fair. The event features free health screenings, wellness resources, educational exhibits, and more for older Ohioans and their families. Adults age 60 and older receive free admission to the Ohio State Fair on Senior Day.

We hope to see you there!