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ACCA is changing lives

In 2020, ACCA served 15,994 individuals providing meals, health & wellness programming, companionship, access to healthcare, employment opportunities and more.

We invite you to explore how we impact the lives of those we serve through their stories.

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The Living Histories of Athens

The Living Histories of Athens, created by Paige Chambers, Richelle Matarazzo and Bridget Hale, shares mini stories and personal experiences of everyday people. Click here to read the stories of the dynamic seniors interviewed.

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Connections, Spring 2023
Connections, Spring 2023

From the perspective of experts apart of three different generations: what does aging REALLY mean today? You’ll find out in this issue of Connections! You’ll also hear from Kitty Meyran – recently retired long-time YMCA leader – about aging well and living well. And those fuzzy friends that keep many […]

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Take Me Out to the Ball Game: An unlikely duo find common ground through baseball and Meals on Wheels
Take Me Out to the Ball Game: An unlikely duo find common ground through baseball and Meals on Wheels

David and Luther  “My wife, Benita, first volunteered for Meals on Wheels, but had some other things come up. Benita said, ‘I think it’s time for me to give up the route.’ And I had actually ridden with her a couple of times and was semi-retired. So, I said don’t […]

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2022 Annual Report
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, […]

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