1990s Sees Senior Population Growth, Budget Challenges
By Janice Ancrum, NCCOA President & CEO In the 1990s, as Nassau County grew so did the size and scope of Nassau County Council on Aging. During the final decade … more…
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NCCOA’s Gala Era Begins at the Palace Saloon
By Terri Cunningham, Former NCCOA Board President It was 2004, and Nassau County Council on Aging was about to embark on an exciting but daunting new adventure—the Era of the … more…
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to Friendly Visitor Program NCCOA Programs Evolve for Changing Needs By Janice Ancrum, NCCOA President & CEO As we’re strolling down NCCOA Memory Lane in preparation for our 50th anniversary … more…
NCCOA…50 years young
1980s: We’re Going Your Way! By Janice Ancrum, NCCOA President & CEO After our start in the previous decade, the 1980s continued to pave the way for increased programs and … more…
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CHORE: Helping seniors age in place “I’ve lived here 40 years. No other place will seem like home, but I don’t feel as safe and secure as I used to.” … more…
NCCOA…50 Years Young
1970s: A great start for our seniors My very first summer job was in a small building on Centre and 6th Streets, in 1977. At that time, we were called … more…
Being alone vs Being lonely
By Liz Dunn, NCCOA Marketing & Communications Director After a long day, knowing I can go home for some me-time is very satisfying. Even though I share my home with … more…
Don’t Let Fear of Aging Hold You Back
by Janice Ancrum, NCCOA President & CEO Before I begin, let me share that I’ve borrowed some of this content from Baptist Health, specifically the online blog, Juice. Baptist is … more…
A Tribute to Daddy – Love, Heartbreak and Gratitude
by Janice Ancrum, NCCOA President & CEO As Father’s Day approaches, my anxiety begins to build and the sadness creeps in. The loss of my Dad 7 months ago seems … more…
Honor, Courage, Commitment…and Respect
By Liz Dunn, NCCOA Marketing & Communications Director America’s naval service began during the American Revolution when on Oct. 13, 1775, the Continental Congress authorized a few small ships, thus … more…