Wood County Committee On Aging

Wood County Committee On Aging Since 1975, WCCOA has provided older adults throughout Wood County with the resources they need to maintain their independence and enjoy this season of life.

It all started back in September 1973 when a group of concerned citizens held a meeting and defined the need for a Senior Center in Wood County. That meeting helped to develop an organization centered on helping older adults in Wood County remain independent while improving the quality of their lives. Today, that organization is known as the Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc. (WCCOA). In 1975, W

CCOA was founded and the first Senior Center opened on the Wood County Fairgrounds. From 1981 to 2021, WCCOA was located at the former Bowling Green Post office at 305 North Main Street. Groundbreaking for a new facility took place in 2019, and WCCOA moved to the new location at 140 South Grove Street on March 22, 2021. Seven “satellite” senior center locations are also in operation including: the Rossford Area Senior Center (1977), Perrysburg Area Senior Center (1985), North Baltimore Area Senior Center (1988), Northeast Area Senior Center in Walbridge (2001), Pemberville and Wayne Area Senior Centers (2008) and Grand Rapids Area Senior Center (2019). All seven satellite locations and the Wood County Senior Center in Bowling Green are in operation Monday through Friday with varying hours due to the current COVID-19 restrictions. In 2007, WCCOA began operating in a new production kitchen, located on East Gypsy Lane Road in Bowling Green to meet the demands of a growing nutrition program. Throughout the pandemic, WCCOA has continued to serve the older adults of Wood County, offering home delivered meals, medical equipment loans, medical transportation and virtual programming. In 2020, WCCOA completed 849 non-emergency medical escorts, and served 216,383 meals—including 204,508 home delivered meals. WCCOA was able to offer programming both in person (January through mid-March) and virtually (mid-March through December), allowing 1,204 unduplicated participants to learn, connect with others, and engage in meaningful opportunities throughout the county. WCCOA is committed to providing older adults throughout Wood County with the resources they need to maintain their independence and enjoy this season of life. For more information, contact us at (419) 353-5661 or (800) 367-4935.

Join the Wood County Museum’s Mike McMaster for a fascinating Virtual Tour of the Museum at a WCCOA site near you, featu...
09/08/2026

Join the Wood County Museum’s Mike McMaster for a fascinating Virtual Tour of the Museum at a WCCOA site near you, featuring exhibits, local history, and a look at what's currently on display 🚗📚

NORTHWEST OHIO - Please SHAREAll members of the public are welcome. Pre-registration required: CALL 419-353-5661 or 1-80...
09/08/2026

NORTHWEST OHIO - Please SHARE

All members of the public are welcome. Pre-registration required: CALL 419-353-5661 or 1-800-367-4935 or EMAIL [email protected]

We hope to see you there!

📢 Medicare 101: Learn, Save, and Stay Informed! 💊🏥Are you on Medicare or helping a loved one navigate Medicare coverage?...
09/08/2026

📢 Medicare 101: Learn, Save, and Stay Informed! 💊🏥

Are you on Medicare or helping a loved one navigate Medicare coverage? Join us for a FREE Medicare 101 educational presentation presented by the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP).

📅 Tuesday, September 22, 2026
⏰ 1:00 p.m.
📍 Wood County Senior Center
140 S. Grove Street, Bowling Green, OH 43402

This presentation is free and open to the public.
No RSVP required!

For more information, contact the Social Services Department at 419-353-5661.

09/06/2026
🎶 A Special Gift to WCCOA! 🎶A huge thank you to Peter for donating this beautiful player piano, and many rolls of music,...
09/05/2026

🎶 A Special Gift to WCCOA! 🎶

A huge thank you to Peter for donating this beautiful player piano, and many rolls of music, to WCCOA! ❤️ The piano was completely rebuilt by his uncle, making this gift even more special.

We’re looking forward to having it tuned, learning more about how to use it, and—most importantly—enjoying the music it brings to our agency for years to come! 🎹✨

Thank you, Peter, for sharing this wonderful piece of family history with our WCCOA community! 💙

BINGO + EXERCISE = FUN, FITNESS & FRIENDSHIP! Get ready to get moving with Bingocize® at the Wood County Senior Center! ...
09/04/2026

BINGO + EXERCISE = FUN, FITNESS & FRIENDSHIP!

Get ready to get moving with Bingocize® at the Wood County Senior Center!

Join us Wednesdays and Fridays at 2:00 p.m. from September 4 through November 18 (no games November 11) for this fun, evidence-based program combining BINGO with exercise and health education.

Benefits include:
• Improved balance
• Better cardiovascular health
• Increased attention and memory skills
• More social engagement and fun!
• Two 60-minute games each week

This program is a collaboration between BGSU Speech Pathology graduate students and WCCOA, with prizes generously sponsored by Heritage Corner!

📍 Wood County Senior Center
140 S. Grove St., Bowling Green, Ohio

📞 Register today: 419-353-5661
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.wccoa.net

Come for the BINGO… stay for the movement, laughter and friendships! 💜🎉

GET CREATIVE AT THE WOOD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER! We have TWO fun, hands-on art classes coming up, and you won’t want to mi...
09/01/2026

GET CREATIVE AT THE WOOD COUNTY SENIOR CENTER!

We have TWO fun, hands-on art classes coming up, and you won’t want to miss them!

CLAY LANTERNS
Monday, September 14 & Monday, September 28
2–3:30 p.m.
📍 Wood County Senior Center, 140 S. Grove St., Bowling Green
Cost: $25

Create your very own clay lantern from scratch! You’ll receive step-by-step instruction, then paint and design your lantern to make it uniquely yours. All necessary materials are included!

SKETCHBOOK MAKING
Monday, September 21
2–3:30 p.m.
📍 Wood County Senior Center, 140 S. Grove St., Bowling Green
Cost: $5

Learn how to make your own personal sketchbook! This is a great opportunity to try something new, get creative, and make something you can continue using for your artwork and ideas.

Registration is required for both classes!
Call 419-353-5661 or email [email protected]

💡 Bring your creativity—we’ll provide the materials and instruction! We hope to see you there!

Caregiver Training will be provided on Wednesday, September 2 from 11 to 1 p.m. at the Wood County Senior Center or via ...
08/31/2026

Caregiver Training will be provided on Wednesday, September 2 from 11 to 1 p.m. at the Wood County Senior Center or via ZOOM.

The Care Compass Project is a quarterly educational series designed for those who are seeking training to learn about best practices in caregiving and those who realize the caregiving journey is inevitable and want to plan ahead. These sessions include training, resources and support for all phases of the journey.

(Lunch provided by Brookdale of Bowling Green)

Registration and first 25 lunches are free.
(Register to receive lunch.)

11 a.m. What’s Normal? What’s Not? in Brain Changes
Know the Signs. Act Early. Empower Yourself for Tomorrow.
Memory changes can feel scary, but they don’t always equal Alzheimer’s. Recognizing the difference and acting early can make a big difference in the journey ahead. Presented by Cheryl Conley, MemoryLane Care Services

11:45 to 12 p.m. Lunch by Brookdale of Bowling Green.


12 p.m. Dealing with a Loved One/Friends Resistance to Care
How do you help a loved one who doesn’t want help? We speak to many adult children who would like to see their elderly parents receive support. They know that it would provide a safer environment and would even prolong their ability to remain in their home. Sometimes, though, they run into resistance, as the help is not always welcomed. Today we’ll discuss this, and a list of a few helpful tips. Presented by Cheryl Conley, MemoryLane Care Services

Call 1.800.367.4935 or 419.353.5661 or
email [email protected] to register and receive
the Zoom log in details.

Upcoming In-Person or Virtual Zoom Session

IT’S TIME TO TRAVEL! Ready to start planning your next adventure? Join the Wood County Committee on Aging and Collette, ...
08/31/2026

IT’S TIME TO TRAVEL!

Ready to start planning your next adventure? Join the Wood County Committee on Aging and Collette, SHoreline Charters and Tours, BB Travel and TOurs LLC for a special presentation on exciting travel opportunities coming in 2027!

Wednesday, September 2 at 2 p.m.
📍 Wood County Senior Center
140 South Grove St., Bowling Green

Get a sneak peek at upcoming trips to:
🇭🇷 Croatia
🏴 Scotland
🇯🇵 Japan
🏞️ Canyon Country
🚌 Day Trips
🇺🇸 Trips throughout the USA

Whether you're dreaming of exploring another country or discovering amazing destinations closer to home, there’s a trip waiting for you!

Come learn more, get inspired, and start planning your next great adventure!
📞 419-353-5661
🌐 www.wccoa.net

Wood County Committee on Aging (WCCOA) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Services Specialist to support ol...
08/28/2026

Wood County Committee on Aging (WCCOA) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Services Specialist to support older adults throughout Wood County and help them maintain independence and quality of life. Stop by the Wood County Senior Center at 140 S Grove Street in Bowling Green to apply today!

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140 S. Grove Street
Bowling Green, OH
43402

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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