AAA3 urging older adults to get vaccine

Agency is helping to educate and inform older adults about vaccine

LIMA — The Area Agency on Aging 3 along with the other state Area Agency on Agings have been called upon by Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Aging Director Ursel McElroy to be the educators and information centers for the COVID-19 vaccine.

“It is our mission to provide lifespan resources that inspire, educate and empower older adults, persons with disabilities and family caregivers. So, when something like this happens within our communities, we are ready to assume the responsibility to help individuals make informed decisions as well as have accessibility to answers, vaccine clinics and even transportation,” AAA3 CEO Jacqi Lucke-Bradley stated regarding the governor’s announcement to reach out to local Area Agency on Aging offices.

The Area Agency on Aging 3 will be working the state and local officials to have the most up-to-date information available for the public. AAA3 will continue to update their website and social media with the most current vaccine locations, distribution times, as well as other vaccine related information.

Lucke-Bradley also stated that they want to make sure that the vulnerable individuals, such as older adults and people with disabilities are able to have access to the vaccines as they become available.

The Area Agency on Aging 3 can provide transportation for individuals to and from vaccinations as well as other medical appointments and services that they require through the Find a Ride Program. Please contact 800-653-7723 at least 48 hours in advance to schedule transportation.