Promoting a healthy active lifestyle for Montcalm County. We are closed for all Federal Holidays.
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Operating as usual
FYI: The Commission on Aging will not be publishing a January or February newspaper. We will put together a Senior Newspaper for March. At that time we hope to have definite information on if AARP Tax Volunteers will be preparing taxes for seniors. At this time we are waiting to hear from AARP. You can try United Way by calling 211 after January 20th.
We at the CoA are hoping for a much better 2021!
For anyone still looking to make a year end tax deductible donation for 2020, the Partners of Montcalm County Commission on Aging are seeking donations. If interested please make checks out to: Partners with CoA, and mail to: Partners with CoA, P. O. Box 212, Stanton, Mi. 48888. Further donation opportunities will follow for 2021 through the Commission on Aging Senior Newspaper.
Montcalm County Sheriff's Office
Typically, during the holiday season that we are entering, many will bring in delicious desserts and treats to show their appreciation for the staff at the Sheriff's Office. Although it is greatly appreciated, during these times it is probably unwise to have food sitting around encouraging many to gather and increase the chance of spreading the virus that is crippling our Country. We would ask those thinking of dropping off such treats to consider making a donation to a local food bank in the name of the Sheriff's Office. The food banks are in need now more than ever. Non-expiring foods and cash donations are always appreciated. If one wants to capitalize on sharing and making their community better, buy a gift card from a local restaurant, who is also suffering right now, and give that to the food bank. Maybe allow someone less fortunate an opportunity at some great take out food and help a local restaurant get buy until things pick up. Feel free to share photos of drop offs at Montcalm County's local food banks and we will share on our page (send to [email protected]). For safety reasons, we will not post names. This is also a great learning opportunity for our youth showing the value of coming together as a community. Remember to use proper precautions when making donation drops...social distancing and masks aren't that tough.
Unfortunately the CoA will not be able to offer Wednesday take-out meals beginning today. Hopefully we will be able to offer them in the future.
We will begin taking calls for Project Fresh starting June 9th. If interested call in for details.
Montcalm Conservation District
♻️Recycling sites in Stanton, Lakeview, Carson City, Edmore and Crystal will reopen on Tuesday, May 5th. After being closed for several weeks, we anticipate the sites will be very busy. Please be mindful of the bin capacities and do not overfill or leave materials on the ground. An extra bin dump is scheduled during the first week to help with the reopening activity. ♻️♻️♻️
All of us at the Commission on Aging would like to say thank you to all of our volunteers. We appreciate all you do for us.We would be lost without you. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Hope to see you all soon. ❤️
Hannah
MONTCALM COUNTY FOOD HELP DURING COVID-19 APRIL 2020- This list is what I have currently there maybe more added as I am getting more information. Please feel free to let me know if you have more to add or if something needs to be corrected. Thank you all for your support and help in the community.Feel free to share.
CARSON CITY
CARSON CITY COMMUNITY FOOD BANK
404 N. Division St- (989)584-6044 Alan Adkins
Tuesday 10am-12pm. TEFAP Distribution Site. Please bring valid picture id with address
CRYSTAL
CRYSTAL LAKE COMMUNITY CHURCH
122 S. Main St.- 989-235-2522 Amanda Beach
Tuesday 1pm-3pm. Serving Crystal and Carson City area, no restrictions at this time
EDMORE
MONTABELLA MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION
404 E. Main St (Behind the Red Lantern).- 989-427-5575
Tuesday mornings are when you can sign up for a time, Wednesday is when you pick up your
food. Please bring birth certificate
GOWEN
SETTLEMENT LUTHERAN CHURCH
1031 Johnson Rd.- 616-984-5442 Ron
Thursday 2pm-5pm
EMERGENCY FOOD BANK
616-255-9827
GREENVILLE
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH
9866 S, Greenville Rd.-616-754-6676 Nancy Lamere
Wednesday 5:30pm-7:30pm Food Bank. Serving Greenville School District
BREAD OF LIFE FOOD PANTRY
6596 S. Vining Rd (Greenville Community Church)- 616-240-0079
Tuesday/Thursday 12pm-3pm. Drive-up
HOWARD CITY
HELPING HANDS
1105 S. Ensley Rd.- 231-937-5177
Monday/Wednesday/Thursday 10am-2pm. Serving Tri-County School District. TEFAP
Distribution site. Please bring a picture ID.
LAKEVIEW
LAKEVIEW MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION PANTRY
Corner M46 & M91 (Lakeview Community Church)
Thursday 12-3pm curbside
RIVERDALE
M46 TABERNACLE FAMILY MINISTRIES
11098 E. M46- 989-233-1540
Tuesday 10-11am. Anyone is welcome. Please bring proof of id and you can get in line to drive
to the food pantry in the back.
STANTON
STANTON COMMUNITY OUTREACH
415 N. Mill St. (Trinity Church office)-989-831-5728
1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month 10:30am-12pm. Serving those with a Stanton address.
Please bring current ID and proof of Stanton address. May come every 30 days.
FOOD TRUCK
CENTRAL MONTCALM HIGH SCHOOL PARKING LOT
Every other Thursday starting April 30th thru June 25th from 4:30-5:30pm
Montcalm Heritage Village
Regretfully, the decision has been made to cancel this years Heritage Festival in August. The board members will continue to plan for Festival 2021. We will miss you and look forward to seeing you next summer. Thank you all for your understanding. Stay safe! ❤️
Montcalm County Emergency Services
The National Weather Service is predicting a strong storm late Sunday night and into Monday. They are predicting a storm very similar to the one around Thanksgiving that knocked everyone's power out and flooded everything. Up to 60 MPH winds are possible and up to 3 inches of rain is possible. We are in Michigan, so no wind and no rain is also possible. But please prepare for a strong storm during the day tomorrow. Please secure anything the wind might affect, and make sure alternative power sources are ready to go. Hoarding toilet paper will not be necessary.
Eric
Montcalm County Emergency Services
Here is the Feeding America truck schedule as organized by our local United Way of Ionia and Montcalm Counties. Please share.
Eric
Grand Rapids Police Department
Please watch out for the scams. The IRS WILL NOT CALL YOU! Federal aid will either be deposited via account information the IRS already has from your tax filings or they will send you a check.
Update on home delivered meals: Next week we are changing the days of delivery. We will be delivering on Tuesdays and Thursdays to try and minimize the time our drivers are out on the roads during this Covid 19 health concern. Be safe everyone.
Montcalm Conservation District
Due to the current public health concerns, all recycling sites (Lakeview, Edmore, Crystal, Carson City and Stanton) are closed effective 8:00 a.m. Friday, March 27th until further notice. Watch our website (montcalmcd.org), page and listen to WGLM 106.3 for updates.
FYI, please be careful everyone.
Hello everyone. It has been brought to our attention that someone is still going around telling clients they must pay them right now or they will not receive their meals, this is false. Please spread the word that we are not charging our clients for their meals and we have not changed our policies on this.
#MOWWMCovidResponse
For safety concerns the CoA had closed their doors to the public. If you have questions for us please call 989-831-7476. We are committed to keeping everyone as safe as we can.
Montcalm County Emergency Services
Just a reminder to not call 911 unless you have a life threatening emergency. Please call 211 for all non-life threatening situations. If you are symptomatic and believe it may be due to the corona virus, please call your doctor Do not to go the hospital unless you have a serious illness. Spectrum has established a free, virtual screening hotline. If you believe you may have the corona virus, you can call 616.391.2380 and speak with someone who will determine the likelihood that you may have the virus. Now please stay home, go wash your hands, and don't cough or sneeze around others.
Consumers Energy
Consumers Energy is committed to the health and safety of our co-workers, customers and communities. The COVID-19 virus has created unprecedented circumstances around the world, and we have a responsibility to help slow the spread of this illness.
Recognizing that many of our customers are in a position where they are unable to work, we are suspending shutoffs for non-pay for low-income and senior customers beginning March 16, 2020 through April 5, 2020. These time frames could be adjusted depending on the spread and severity of the virus.
Senior citizens and qualified low-income customers already enrolled in our Winter Protection Program have already had their end dates extended through May 3, 2020, without any additional actions required on their part. This ensures our most vulnerable customers have the services they need during this state of emergency. All shut-off notices will be withheld to prevent any additional stress for these customers.
Due to all of the illness and for the safety of all of those who come to the Congregate meal site the Commission on Aging has been advised to close meal sites until further notice. If a congregate participate is in need of meals please call the CoA at 989-831-7476 option 1. Thank you for your understanding and patience at this time. We will continue delivering the Home Delivered Meals. Please stay safe.
Do you like to cook,Are you a "people person"? If so, the Commission on Aging would love to have you join our team working with the seniors of Montcalm County. We are currently looking for a cook to come help in our lunch program in Stanton for 3 to 4 days a week. If interested please email [email protected] or call 989-831-7476 option 1.
Thank you.
Montcalm County Emergency Services
We just finished a webinar with the National Weather Service Grand Rapids office. They are now predicting less ice and more sleet than earlier. That's good news. They are predicting 2-3 inches of snow/sleet combination after 7PM. Conditions aren't expected to change much until then. If there are power outages, they are expected to increase after dark. Please be prepared. Don't forget to call 211 for anything non life threatening.
Montcalm County Central Dispatch
UPDATED 3PM 12/26/19
Thank you all who assisted with the search, unfortunately, Beau was found, deceased.
Michigan State Police Lakeview post is currently searching for a missing 5 year old boy in the Six Lakes area. Beau Belson is 36" tall and 40 pounds, he was last seen wearing a blue jacket dino footie pjs and black boots. Beau has brown hair and blue eyes. Beau has been missing since about 2:30 this afternoon, he is autistic but is able to communicate. If he is located contact Montcalm County Central Dispatch at 989-831-5253 or 911.
Montcalm County Sheriff's Office
Consumers Energy has scheduled a power outage in order to do infrastructure service. The electrical service will be cut shortly after midnight and last for approximately four hours during the morning of Sunday, December 15th. The affected areas are the Village of Edmore, Home Township, Belvidere Township, and Richland Township north to Cutler Road, east to Caris Road, south to Deaner Road, and west to Six Lakes Road. Consider making plans to manage the interruption.
Montcalm County Commission on Aging's cover photo
FYI..just a friendly reminder that the Commission on Aging along with all county offices will be closed on Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans. Thank you to all who are serving and all that have served.
BLESSING BAGS
Want to help a senior in Montcalm County for the upcoming holiday? We are again accepting blessing bags. Blessing bags are a gallon size zip lock bag filled with items of your choice.
Here is a list of suggested items of choose your own.
Chap stick, tissues, comb, soap, food items, hand wipes, socks, gloves, mouthwash, dish cloth, deodorant, bottled water, etc.
Pre-packed Blessing Bags are appreciated!
If you are interested in helping you can donate a bag to the Commission on Aging by December 10th. We are located at 613 N. State St. Stanton.
Bags will be delivered to seniors in need just before Christmas.
Call 989-831-7476 option 2 if you have any questions.
HOLIDAY SHOWCASE
Today from 3-6pm you can come to the Commission on Aging and do some Christmas shopping. Some of the booths and items that will be for sale are Goat Milk Soap-Rosebud Ranch, Baked goods, crocheted items-including baby sweaters, dish cloths, rugs, etc.,Handmade greeting cards, Winter greenery in containers, Mary Kay, Paparazzi Jewelry, Hotel Montcalm coffee shop items just to name a few. Stop on out. We are located at 613 N. State St. Stanton. Hope to see you hear.
HOLIDAY PAINTING CLASS
With Patty Rockafellow
Saturday, November 9th
10:00am
$20.00
(cash or make checks out to:
Patty Rockafellow)
CoA, 613 N. State St., Stanton
Join us for a fun morning of painting with instructor Patty Rockafellow. Patty has led painting classes at the Greenville Community Center and the White Pine Library. She will takes us step by step to create a beautiful picture. All equipment provided and no experience necessary.
Call to sign up at
989-831-7476 option 4.
613 N State St
Stanton, MI
48888
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