Grand Traverse County Commission on Aging

10/07/2026

Thanks to Senior Volunteer Programs of Northwest Michigan for having our Director, Lana Payne, out to meet your volunteers! We loved the chance to share what GTCOA offers. If you missed it, give us a call at (231) 922-4688 and we'll get you connected.

Thank you to Lana Payne Director of the Grand Traverse County Commission on Aging for coming to speak with our volunteers this week!

Lana educated us on the many services offered by the GTCOA. It was great as some volunteers had not been aware of the programs offered & were able to grab information to get signed up. Also we heard first hand about some of the exciting things to come in the future. We appreciate your time Lana!

09/24/2026

Reminder: the GTCOA office is closed today from 12-5 for a staff meeting and training, and field staff are unavailable during that time. Thank you for your patience!

The GTCOA office will be closed from 12-5 this Thursday, September 24th for a staff meeting and training, and field staff will not be available during this time. Thank you for your patience!

09/22/2026

The GTCOA office will be closed from 12-5 this Thursday, September 24th for a staff meeting and training, and field staff will not be available during this time. Thank you for your patience!

09/18/2026

We need your help! Starting September 21, we are teaming up with Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency and will be collecting donations to help support The Laundry Project.

Items Needed:
🫧Unscented Laundry Detergent
🫧Unscented Fabric Softener
🫧Unscented Dryer Sheets

We will have a donation box available near the main entrance of the Health Department located 2600 LaFranier Road, Suite A
Traverse City, MI 49686

Help make a difference in our community🧼

For more information on The Laundry Project visit: https://nmcaa.net/laundry-project/

09/15/2026

Winter is coming, whether we like it or not! Jubilee House wants to be prepared for winter's arrival with a full stock of warm gear to offer our guests experiencing homelessness. On this flyer, you will find important information about what, when, and how to donate.

Please reach out with any questions: (231) 947-3305

Amazon wish list link:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2H7KCIZQV6GB8?ref_=wl_share

09/02/2026

Our office will be closed Monday, 9/7, in observance of Labor Day. We'll reopen Tuesday, 9/8 with normal hours. Enjoy the long weekend!

09/02/2026

Reminder (Starting Sept. 8, 2026): The Bayline will continue to temporarily have 30 minute frequency due to limited staff resources. The Bayline will return to 15 minute frequency as soon as staffing resources allow. The Bayline will also return to one full route path with passengers no longer having to deboard at the Hall Street Transfer Station and transfer to another bus to continue heading east or west. We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause. Please call 231.941.2324 or visit www.bata.net/bayline to learn more.

08/25/2026

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