Being able to age in place is a deeply meaningful goal for many older adults, allowing them to remain in their homes surrounded by familiar people, places, and routines. This requires a range of scalable and responsive resources and services to maintain a safe home environment, support health and wellness, and provide social connections.

Stay UA program:  

Volunteers helping older adults with tasks so they can age in place. Volunteers are vetted with background checks, and transportation checks if transporting a older adult in the program.  Tasks included for volunteers may include: 

• Phone Connections, Social gatherings, Friendly Visits
• Leaf raking, assisting with flower planting, snow removal
• Simple Home maintenance, technology support (basic) light paperwork and moving, Pet care (short tier assistance with walking, feeding ect.)
• Basic transportation assistance, simple errands (grocers pick up, etc.)

Upper Arlington Parks & Recreation Older Adult Programs & Services

The City's Parks & Recreation Department is proud to offer a full range of activities and programs specifically targeted for adults aged 50-plus at the Bob Crane Community Center, as well as providing access to the facility's full range of fitness facilities wellness and enrichment programs. Opportunities include:

• Social Connections - visit the 1918 Lounge to meet with your peers for coffee and conversation
• Shared Hobbies - weekly activities include Bridge, woodworking, stained glass, and watercoloring
• Targeted Health & Wellness - weekly classes include Yoga, Tai Chi, Balance Practice, Pilates Fusion, and various aerobic and strength training options
• Discussion Series - from history sessions to current events, be part of the discussion.
• Technology Classes - master your cell phone, laptop or ipad, thanks a series of hands-on workshops and classes.
• Dance - from tap dancing to line dancing, ballroom and even ballet for beginners, the options are endless.