Baltimore County Dept. of Aging offering ‘Virtual Senior Center’ programming to provide connection for older adults amid COVID-19 pandemic

TOWSON, MD—As Baltimore County continues to respond to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Aging has taken steps to implement “virtual senior center” programming to provide important connections and resources for Baltimore County’s older adults. “Our senior centers fill an important role in the lives of so many of Baltimore County’s older adults. During this unprecedented time, we’re doing […]

Olszewski launches Age-Friendly Baltimore County initiative

TOWSON, MD – Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Wednesday launched the Age-Friendly Baltimore County initiative, an effort that aims to ensure all people, regardless of age, who live, work, play, raise their familie,s and age in Baltimore County do so with the best quality of life possible. “A better Baltimore County is one where all residents feel welcome and […]

Baltimore County announces first ever No Senior Eats Alone Day

TOWSON, MD – Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and the Baltimore County Department of Aging (BCDA) on Wednesday announced the first ever No Senior Eats Alone Day to be held on September 12, 2019. The initiative aims to encourage Baltimore County residents to connect with seniors in their communities in order to combat social isolation in older adults. “Our seniors […]

Parkville Senior Center honored for innovative senior program

Parkville Senior Center has been recognized by the National Council on Aging’s (NCOA) National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC) with a 2018 Programs of Excellence Award honorable mention prize for their innovative programming. Parkville was one of only 15 programs honored with the annual recognition for innovative, creative, and replicable programs for older adults, out of a field of more […]