June 21, 2024, Press Release from the Area Agency on Aging 3: The Area Agency on Aging 3 is recruiting new members for their Advisory Council and Board of Directors. Potential members must reside in the Area Agency on Aging 3’s service area, which includes, Allen, Auglaize, Hancock, Hardin, Mercer, Putnam, and Van Wert Counties. Minority and older individuals living in rural areas are encouraged to apply for a member position. There are several positions available for both the Advisory Council and Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors consists of 11 members, 1 from each of our 7 counties and 4 who are considered at-large. Appointments are for 3-year terms. The board directs the business of the agency and represents the employees and individuals. AAA3 is looking for Board members who serve and have a background in accounting/banking, business background, hospital/health care setting, physicians or physician assistants. The Board of Directors meets monthly on the 4th Tuesday at 9:30 a.m.
The Advisory Council members meet the third Wednesday, every other month at 10:00 a.m. They serve to represent lifestyles and cultures of each county AAA3 serves and assists in meeting the needs of this area’s seniors. Each county in the AAA3 service area is represented by 4 individuals. AAA3 is looking for Advisory Council members who have experience serving seniors, or serve as an emergency responder.
“If you follow our Mission Statement: To provide life-span resources that inspire, educate, and empower older adults, persons with disabilities and family caregivers, then we would like to hear from you.
If you are interested in serving on either the Board of Directors or Advisory Council, please contact Steph Lane at AAA3 by calling 419-222-7723 ext. 215 or email slane@psa3.org. You can also download an application from the website at www.aaa3.org/about-us under the Board of Directors information.
