Archive for the ‘Athens Community Council on Aging’ Category
2023 Annual Report
2023 was filled with new initiatives, joy, laughter, and so much more! At ACCA, we create intentional and welcoming programming to bring socialization opportunities, wellness resources, and support to our Northeast Georgia community, but we couldn’t do what we do without support from people like you. We are so grateful […]
A Message from Our President/CEO Regarding Recent Flooding
Dear Friends of ACCA, Bumps and bruises are bound to happen with a mission as large and impactful as ours. Unfortunately, on Sunday, June 11th, we faced an unexpected bump in the road. We experienced flooding which resulted in significant damage to our building. As a result, things may look […]
2022 Annual Report
Over the last 55 years, ACCA has been shaped by the changing needs of the people it serves. As we access the changed landscape of our post-pandemic communities, we’re looking back while thinking forward. And through it all, we’re determined to continue our legacy of promoting aging well through engagement, […]
Connections, Summer 2022
Aging well and living well – what does that look like to you? In this summer’s issue of Connections, you’ll hear from community members who are advocating for older workers, our former executive director about the past and present of Athens Community Council on Aging, and experts on starting the […]
ACCA is Hiring AmeriCorps VISTAs
ACCA is looking for TWO Anti-Hunger Heroes to join our team! We are currently accepting applications for an AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate and an AmeriCorps VISTA Annual Associate. Both positions will help manage ACCA’s senior hunger initiatives, working to keep our community garden in peak condition and assisting with our […]
Connections, Spring 2022
Did you know? May is Older American’s Month, and this spring we are exploring what it means to “age your way.” Look inside this latest issue of Connections for stories about creativity, self-expression, and the importance of choice. Before you go, be sure to check the calendar and see what […]
Registration now open for the 12th Annual March for Meals 5K!
DATE March 26, 2022 PLACE Creature Comforts Brewing Co 271 W. Hancock Ave Athens, GA US 30601 DESCRIPTION The Athens Community Council on Aging presents the 2022 March for Meals 5K. All proceeds go to the local Meals on Wheels program at ACCA, which provides more than 1500 healthy meals […]
Connections, Winter 2022
Happy new year! This Winter 2022 issue is full of exciting articles and all sorts of happenings at ACCA. From animals to exercise to traveling the world, there’s something in here for everyone. We hope you enjoy it!
Turkeypalooza 2021
TurkeyPalooza is an annual event that partners ACCA and the Office of Service Learning Campus Kitchen at UGA to provide a full Thanksgiving meal to food-insecure older adults. Thanks to your generous donations, we raised $24,185, exceeding our goal of $22,000, to provide over 1,400 Thanksgiving meals to older adults […]
Connections, Fall 2021
What a wonderful time of year! We have so many great things going on between now and January. Won’t you join us for a class or trip? This Fall 2021 issue is jam-packed with wonderful articles. From a fantastic story on Ms. King and Ms. Tate, 10 Habits to Maintain […]
