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09/28/2026

Apply Now to Take Part in the 2027 Scholars in Aging

The Ohio Department of Aging (AGE), in conjunction with the Ohio Association of Gerontology and Education (OAGE), is now accepting applications for this year’s cohort of the Scholars in Aging Program. Applications are due by Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

09/25/2026

AGE Celebrates 2026 Class of Senior Citizens Hall of Famers at Statehouse Ceremony

Eight deserving older Ohioans who have distinguished themselves as thoughtful and dedicated leaders were honored by the Ohio Department of Aging (AGE) at the 2026 Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. The event was held at the Ohio Statehouse on September 23, 2026.

09/04/2026

2026 Governor’s Policy Summit on Healthy Aging Charts Path to a Future-Ready State

State leaders, innovators, and policy experts convene to shape healthy aging strategy

The second annual Governor’s Policy Summit on Healthy Aging, hosted by the Ohio Department of Aging (AGE), brought together Ohio's foremost thought leaders, policy innovators, and changemakers to help shape the state's strategy to support healthy aging.

08/25/2026

OAGE Advocates for Higher Education’s Role in Ohio’s Aging Workforce

The Ohio Association of Gerontology and Education (OAGE), through its Policy & Legislative Affairs Committee, recently submitted comments during the public comment period for the Ohio Department of Aging’s draft 2027–2030 State Plan on Aging (SPOA).

08/09/2026

Careers in Aging: Professional Spotlights