JACKSONVILLE, MD—A Baltimore County man celebrated a huge milestone this week. Chester Meros turned 110 years old on Monday, becoming the oldest living person in Maryland and the fourth-oldest person in the country. Chester is a regular at the Jacksonville Senior Center. The oldest living person in the United States is currently Naomi Whitehead, who was born on September 26, […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County will observe World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on Sunday, June 15, 2025, joining national, state, and local efforts to raise awareness about abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults. The Baltimore County Historic Courthouse dome will be illuminated in purple from June 15 through June 21 to symbolize the county’s commitment to protecting its senior population. The […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging has released its five-year strategic plan in recognition of Older Americans Month, aiming to address the evolving needs of the county’s growing senior population. The plan, announced by Director Heang K. Tan, prioritizes affordable aging, caregiver support, healthy aging, communication, and volunteerism. With the population of Baltimore County residents aged 60 and over […]
NOTTINGHAM, MD—The Seven Oaks Senior Center will be hosting a Shred Day next month. The event will be held 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Each vehicle may bring up to four standard size boxes personal documents and participants should remain in their cars. This is not a recycling event. Seven Oaks Senior Center is located […]
TOWSON, MD—The Baltimore County Department of Aging on Wednesday announced a new resource for caregivers caring for a loved one at home. Trualta, an e-learning platform that provides education, peer support and coaching for caregivers, is now offered free through the Baltimore County Caregiver Support Program. The new-to-Baltimore County platform helps families and informal caregivers manage care at home, using […]
WOODLAWN, MD—Baltimore County has unveiled a newly renovated Woodlawn Senior Center, boasting a larger facility and updated amenities to accommodate its rapidly growing membership. The $8.1 million project was celebrated with a grand opening ceremony on December 18, 2024, attended by County Executive Johnny Olszewski, state and local officials, and community members. The center, originally 3,600 square feet, has nearly […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski has announced Heang Tan as his nominee for the next director of the Baltimore County Department of Aging. If confirmed, Tan will be the first Asian American woman to lead a Baltimore County department. Tan’s 20 years of public service experience includes being deputy health commissioner for aging and care services at the Baltimore […]
TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski and the Department of Aging on Wednesday announced the release of a report detailing the actions taken to make the County an Age-Friendly Community that reflects the growing older adult population and prioritizes their care and quality of life. The Age-Friendly Baltimore County report (PDF) highlights Baltimore County’s strategic efforts from 2021 through 2024 […]