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PAGE 10 - WESTSIDE MESSENGER - March 10, 2024 Active Lifestyles www.columbusmessenger.com Franklin County Board of Commissioners: President Kevin L. Boyce • Commissioner John O’Grady, and Commissioner Erica C. Crawley Franklin County Board of Commissioners and The Franklin County Office on Aging join with the Messenger Newspaper in providing this update on aging issues in Franklin County. Franklin County Office on Aging Supports ‘National Nutritional Month’ Through Support Services & Events March is National Nutritional Month, a month dedicated to teaching individuals how to make informed and healthy choices. This month-long campaign strives to start healthy habits and make nutritious choices that last all year long. While healthy habits are important for everyone, they’re especially important for seniors. Small actions in your everyday life can go a long way to support healthy aging, and can benefit your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It’s never too late to adapt healthy habits into your lifestyle. For many older adults, good health ensures independence, security and productivity as they age. There are many risk factors that can come from an unhealthy lifestyle, including the increased risk of chronic conditions, fall risks and behavioral health issues. Some simple ways for seniors to live a healthy lifestyle include supporting their physical health by staying active, eating healthy and getting plenty of sleep. Taking care of your mental health is another important aspect in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, which can be done by interacting with friends and family, practicing gratitude and by participating in activities you enjoy. It’s important to remember that these habits should be incorporated all year round, not just during the month of March. The Franklin County Office on Aging (FCOA) offers numerous services and programs that promote and support healthy aging among its senior residents such as providing access to nutritious meals. FCOA offers free home-delivered meals to any Franklin County resident aged 60 and older. These meals not only help seniors maintain their independence but also support a healthy and nutritious lifestyle. Many risks associated with aging can be conquered through clean and healthy eating. FCOA also supports a healthy lifestyle among its older adults by encouraging them to participate in regular physical activity, which can help improve and maintain a senior’s fitness, strength and balance. FCOA hosts several physical fitness events throughout the year – providing seniors a chance to learn from local wellness experts on how to incorporate healthy fitness habits into their daily routine. One of FCOA’s fitness-inspired events, Spring Forward, is taking place on Thursday, May 2 at the Whitehall Community Park YMCA from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free event will offer various community resources, educational sessions, fitness activities and a produce giveaway for seniors in the Whitehall area. While National Nutritional Month serves as a reminder to cultivate healthy habits, the importance of sustaining healthy living goes far beyond the month of March. FCOA's commitment to supporting seniors underscores the value of prioritizing health and vitality in the aging community – creating a lasting impact on their overall quality of life. To learn more about the Franklin County Office on Aging and the services available, call (614) 525-6200 or visit Officeonaging.org.
www.columbusmessenger.com Pets of the Week Raphael is almost 1 and is one spunky dude who will always make you laugh with his tomfoolery. He can be a rowdy guy, he loves to wrestle and play chase with his foster siblings. He would do best in a home with other cats that can keep up with him. When he finally gets tired, his sweet side comes out and he loves to snuggle. Raphael would prefer to be adopted with his foster brother, Eugene. If interested, contact Friends for Life Animal Haven. FYI: fflah.org Goodman is a shy 3-year-old boy who loves to sit on top of cat trees and survey his surroundings. He was rescued as a stray and is still getting comfortable being around people. He would love a patient adopter who will take the time to really get to know him. You can come meet him in the Colony Cats den where he currently resides. FYI: colonycats.org Jeanie came to Colony Cats from another shelter that no longer had space for her. She is a sweet low-key girl and a good option for anyone looking for an easy going companion. At about 4 years old, she has plenty of life left. She would love to spend that time with you. Come meet her today to see if she could be your purr-fect match. She is staying at the Petco at Easton Gateway. FYI: colonycats.org Gilbert is a 2-yearold sweetheart who is ready to brighten your day with his sunny personality. He loves to spend time in his own company, and relishes time spent with his human friends, too. He is content chilling by himself when you’re busy, and he is equally as ecstatic to be near you. Whether he is lounging in the sun or enjoying his daily adventures, Gilbert brings joy wherever he goes. Adopt him from the Franklin County Animal Shelter. FYI: franklincountydogs.com The Franklin County Commissioners approved their annual grant to the Greater Columbus Arts Council (GCAC) to the tune of $4 million. Last year was GCAC’s 50th anniversary, and the commissioners have supported the organization and the artists with which it works for many years, including to provide access to the arts for people of all cultural backgrounds, economic status, sexual orientation, age, and physical ability. “The arts are for everyone, and having a thriving local arts and music scene helps make Franklin County into the kind of place that families want to be,” said board of commissioners president, Kevin Boyce. “Having art in public spaces beautifies our community, and supporting the artists themselves also supports our local economy.” The Greater Columbus Arts Council produces the free Columbus Arts Festival each summer, and provides grants, residencies, fellowships, workshops, and a host of other resources for organizations and Messenger Westside MAILED TO YOU EVERY OTHER FRIDAY 26 ISSUES (12 MONTHS) ONLY $65.00 Call 614-272-5422 Email: svacolas@gmail.com Mail to: Columbus Messenger 4139 W. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43228 artists in central Ohio. “GCAC is an important institution in Franklin County,” said commissioner John O’Grady. “It puts on the downtown Columbus arts festival each summer, and the funding that we provide allows them to also support hundreds of talented local artists and performers throughout the year.” This year’s funding will be used to provide grant funding to non-profit arts organizations and individual artists, and to advance the culture of our region through collaboration with artists and arts organizations that educate and engage all audiences in our community. “The arts attract visitors, and GCAC helps support local performers and visual artists alike,” said commissioner Erica Crawley. “Engagement with the arts is even linked to mental health benefits as well as being part of a well-rounded education for our young people, and public art is part of the lasting cultural legacy of our community.” WESTSIDE MESSENGER - March 10, 2024 PAGE 11 Franklin County to invest in the arts community events Produce giveaway at YMCA The Hilltop YMCA hosts a fresh produce giveaway the third Wednesday of each month from 4 to 6 p.m. at 2879 Valleyview Drive in Columbus. For more information, call the YMCA at 614-276- 8224. In addition to supporting local artists, GCAC also recently published a report called the State of Public Art for Columbus and Franklin County that was partially funded by the commissioners last year and which analyses the current public art ecosystem and where central Ohio stands in relation to its peer cities when it comes to art in public spaces. “Franklin County is so fortunate to have county commissioners who understand the value that the arts bring to our community,” said Tom Katzenmeyer, president and CEO of the Greater Columbus Arts Council. “The county’s investment in the creative sector through GCAC supports nearly 11,000 jobs, helps people of all ages experience the arts, encourages dialogue and the sharing of diverse voices and perspectives, and builds a culturally and economically vibrant community where the arts matter to all of us.” To learn more about GCAC, the Columbus Arts Festival, or about artist grants, visit GCAC.org. 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