Geauga County Department on Aging

09/16/2026

Parkinson’s Support Group – Speech Pathologist
Katherine Mayer, MS, CCC/SLP, a speech Language pathologist with University Hospital Geauga Medical Center, gave a presentation to the Parkinson’s Support Group at the Chardon Senior Center on Tuesday, September 15.
Katherine explained the role of Speech-Language Pathology in addressing speech, swallowing, and thinking abilities—all of which can be affected by Parkinson’s.
Katherine also discussed LSVT LOUD and BIG therapy, an intensive, evidence-based treatment approach for people with Parkinson’s disease. She then introduced the EMST (Expiratory Muscle Strength Trainer), and other devices designed to strengthen expiratory muscles and improve cough strength. She explained how improved cough strength has been associated with better health and longevity.
Katherine shared her enthusiasm for treating both inpatients and outpatients with a variety of neurological conditions. She also discussed research-supported strategies that can help people maximize their abilities following a Parkinson’s diagnosis.
For more information about these resources and other programs and events offered by the Geauga County Department on Aging, please call (440) 279-2130.

09/16/2026

09/14/2026

09/11/2026

The Department on Aging would like to thank the Su***de Prevention Coalition for their generous donation of medication lockboxes and sharps containers, available now to Geauga county seniors!

Safe storage and proper disposal of sharps are important steps in protecting our seniors, our families and our community. If you are a Geauga senior who would benefit from a medication lock box and/or sharps disposal container, please call 440-279-2130 to arrange pick up at our administrative office located at the County Offices Building, 12611 Ravenwood Drive Suite A200, Chardon, OH 44024. Supplies are limited!

09/10/2026

Taking Control of Your Legacy

University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center and the Geauga County Department on Aging recently hosted “Taking Control of Your Legacy” at the Geauga County Office Building.

More than 60 local seniors attended this informative event to learn how planning ahead can benefit both themselves and their loved ones. Lunch was provided by UH Geauga Medical Center.

A panel of local professionals shared valuable information and answered questions about advance care planning, estate planning, end-of-life wishes, and how personal values and decisions can be honored.

Panelists included:

* Marc Burr, owner of Potti & Marc F. Burr Funeral Homes
* Fr. Scott Goodfellow of St. Mary’s Church
* Lindsey Jones of Schraff & Thomas Law
* Michelle Warren, In Home Services Manager
* Vicki Zanella, Adult Day Service Coordinator, Geauga County Department on Aging
* Cheryl Hollowell, MEd, LSW, Coordinator of the Senior Assessment Program
* Mindy Kosmin, LISW-S, Palliative Care and Social Work, University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center

Seniors greatly appreciated the panelists’ time, expertise, and advice. Events like this provide an important opportunity to learn, ask questions, and make thoughtful decisions about the future.

For information about upcoming senior events, contact the Geauga County Department on Aging at (440) 279-2130.

09/04/2026

Senior Day at the
2026 Great Geauga County Fair!!

09/04/2026

A special “Thank You” to Linda Baker who is a member and teaches Diamond Art at the Geauga County Department on Aging - Bainbridge Senior Center for making this amazing work of art for the Geauga County Board of County Commissioners Bell Building at The Great Geauga County Fair!