https://chestertownspy.org Nonpartisan and Education-based News for Chestertown Sun, 02 Mar 2025 19:58:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/03/05/an-internationally-recognized-expert-on-aging-to-speak-in-easton-chestertown-2/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/03/05/an-internationally-recognized-expert-on-aging-to-speak-in-easton-chestertown-2/#respond Wed, 05 Mar 2025 11:00:36 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=182756 Renowned physician, scientist, and gerontologist, Mark Lachs, MD, MPH, will discuss “The Changing Face of Aging – High Tech Meets High Touch” in two free talks on Wednesday, April 9 at the Ebenezer Theater in Easton and Thursday, April 10 at the Garfield Center for the Arts in Chestertown.both from 7 to 8 p.m.   Brought […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/03/05/an-internationally-recognized-expert-on-aging-to-speak-in-easton-chestertown-2/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/30/an-internationally-recognized-expert-on-aging-to-speak-in-easton-chestertown/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/30/an-internationally-recognized-expert-on-aging-to-speak-in-easton-chestertown/#respond Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:20 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/30/an-internationally-recognized-expert-on-aging-to-speak-in-easton-chestertown/ Renowned physician, scientist, and gerontologist, Mark Lachs, MD, MPH, will discuss “The Changing Face of Aging – High Tech Meets High Touch” in two free talks on October 23 in Easton and October 24 in Chestertown.   Brought to the Shore by Upper Shore Aging (USA), a nonprofit serving Talbot, Caroline, and Kent Counties, Dr. […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/30/an-internationally-recognized-expert-on-aging-to-speak-in-easton-chestertown/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/16/upper-shore-aging-hosts-the-re-dedication-of-the-amy-lynn-ferris-adult-activity-center/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/16/upper-shore-aging-hosts-the-re-dedication-of-the-amy-lynn-ferris-adult-activity-center/#respond Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:00:05 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=179319 Upper Shore Aging (USA) recently hosted a re-dedication of the Amy Lynn Ferris Adult Activity Center in Chestertown. The Constance and Carl Ferris Foundation recently donated $35,000 to update the Center’s kitchen, including purchasing new appliances and repainting the Center. A special addition to the re-dedication included unveiling a new painting of Amy Lynn Ferris, […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/16/upper-shore-aging-hosts-the-re-dedication-of-the-amy-lynn-ferris-adult-activity-center/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/15/herb-cain-appointed-executive-director-of-upper-shore-aging/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/15/herb-cain-appointed-executive-director-of-upper-shore-aging/#respond Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:00:13 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/15/herb-cain-appointed-executive-director-of-upper-shore-aging/ The Board of Directors at Upper Shore Aging has announced the appointment of Herb Cain as its new executive director. Cain has been a community-minded United Methodist Pastor, leading and serving local congregations on Maryland’s Eastern Shore for the past 14 years. Most recently, he was the pastor of First United Methodist Church and Christ […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/15/herb-cain-appointed-executive-director-of-upper-shore-aging/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/06/upper-shore-aging-honors-volunteers/ Mon, 06 May 2024 10:00:08 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/06/upper-shore-aging-honors-volunteers/ Upper Shore Aging (USA) recently honored its volunteers from Caroline and Talbot counties at its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at the Easton Volunteer Fire Department. The programs honored included the Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP), Senior Center volunteers, and Meals on Wheels volunteers. Corey Pack, Vice President of the Board of Directors for USA, welcomed […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/20/upper-shore-aging-announces-new-board-members/ Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:52:28 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/20/upper-shore-aging-announces-new-board-members/ Upper Shore Aging has announced the appointment of three new board members: Pamela Limberry of Cordova, Rev. L. Herbert (Herb) Cain of Chestertown, and Kevin Moran of St. Michaels. Pam Limberry is currently the Owner/Operator of Team Legacy Transport, LLC, and a Nursing Assistant/Medication Technician at Benedictine Open Community, both in Ridgely. Before these two […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/20/upper-shore-aging-announces-new-president-and-executive-committee-members/ Mon, 20 Nov 2023 14:02:26 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/20/upper-shore-aging-announces-new-president-and-executive-committee-members/ Upper Shore Aging recently announced its new Board of Directors Executive Committee members. These members include Kay Brodie of Chestertown (President), Corey Pack of Easton (Vice President), Mary Celeste Alexander of Chestertown (Treasurer), and Judy Musch of Easton (Secretary). “We are thrilled to have these members join our Executive Board at such an exciting time […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/18/upper-shore-aging-selected-for-2023-thome-aging-well-grant-2/ Sat, 18 Nov 2023 11:59:18 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/18/upper-shore-aging-selected-for-2023-thome-aging-well-grant-2/ Upper Shore Aging (USA) was recently awarded a 2023 Thome Aging Well grant to support the expansion of its diabetes education program for seniors. The goal of the grant project is to use the more than 84,000 Meals on Wheels meals delivered annually through USA as a vehicle for diabetes/health screening and education, social connection, […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/10/upper-shore-aging-selected-for-2023-thome-aging-well-grant/ Fri, 10 Nov 2023 11:39:27 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/10/upper-shore-aging-selected-for-2023-thome-aging-well-grant/ Upper Shore Aging (USA) was recently awarded a 2023 Thome Aging Well grant to support the expansion of its diabetes education program for seniors. The goal of the grant project is to use the more than 84,000 Meals on Wheels meals delivered annually through USA as a vehicle for diabetes/health screening and education, social connection, […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/09/11/upper-shore-aging-holds-20th-anniversary-celebration-for-adult-activity-center/ Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:48:47 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/09/11/upper-shore-aging-holds-20th-anniversary-celebration-for-adult-activity-center/ Upper Shore Aging recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Amy Lynn Ferris Adult Activity Center in Chestertown, Maryland. The Kent County Senior Center started in downtown Chestertown in the early 80s and a new facility named for Amy Lynn Ferris was built in 2003. The Constance & Carl Ferris Foundation gave funds toward constructing […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/06/24/maryland-secretary-of-aging-pays-visit-to-upper-shore-aging-facilities/ Sat, 24 Jun 2023 10:00:21 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=169446 Maryland Secretary of the Department of Aging Carmel Roques took a tour of Upper Shore Aging’s facilities while also providing a public forum for a discussion on aging issues facing seniors across the state and on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Secretary Roques reminded participants at the gathering at Talbot County Senior Center at Brooklett’s Place in […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/10/29/upper-shore-aging-seeks-ombudsman-to-advocate-for-mid-shore-seniors/ Sat, 29 Oct 2022 10:00:49 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=162154 Advocating for a senior or learning to navigate the world of home care, an assisted living facility, or a nursing home can be a daunting task. Upper Shore Aging (USA) offers several programs in Caroline, Kent, and Talbot counties to assist individuals and families protect the safety, welfare, and rights of seniors. One of the […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/08/09/upper-shore-agings-retired-and-senior-volunteer-program-seeks-volunteers-and-volunteer-stations/ Tue, 09 Aug 2022 10:00:42 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=159729 Volunteering has never been easier!  Upper Shore Aging’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), sponsored by Upper Shore Aging, Inc. (USA) and funded by AmeriCorps, spans three counties on the Upper Eastern Shore of Maryland: Kent, Talbot, and Caroline. RSVP, launched in 2021, recruits and places older adults (age 55+) in a diverse range of […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/04/13/andrew-hollis-named-executive-director-of-upper-shore-aging/ Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:00:56 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=156251 Upper Shore Aging, Inc. (USA) has announced the appointment of Andrew Hollis of Easton as the new Executive Director of its organization.  Hollis currently serves as Deputy Director of Delmarva Community Services, Inc. and before that as County Manager for Talbot County. Upper Shore Aging is a nonprofit Area Agency on Aging, providing services for […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/03/01/upper-shore-aging-brings-senior-volunteer-program-to-kent-caroline-and-talbot/ Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:00:27 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=154649 Upper Shore Aging Inc. was the recent recipient of three $75,000 grants from the federal agency, AmeriCorps. Founded in 1975, Upper Shore Aging, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that serves as the designated Area Agency on Aging for Kent, Caroline, and Talbot counties, operating five senior centers and providing services for over 31,000 seniors each […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2018/06/28/senior-nation-home-instead-senior-care-upper-shore-aging-start-joint-fundraising-effort/ Thu, 28 Jun 2018 10:26:43 +0000 https://cs.communitynewspaperproject.org/2018/06/28/senior-nation-home-instead-senior-care-upper-shore-aging-start-joint-fundraising-effort/ Today, representatives for Home Instead Senior Care and Upper Shore Aging announced a joint fundraising effort aimed at helping area seniors get around town better and make those important medical and social appointments that help them stay active and healthy. Representatives say they hope to raise $5000.00 in this unique, one of a kind matching […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2014/03/11/volunteers-sought-as-advocates-for-the-elderly/ Tue, 11 Mar 2014 19:02:50 +0000 https://cs.communitynewspaperproject.org/?p=81152 Upper Shore Aging, Inc., is accepting applications for volunteers to serve as Ombudsmen. The word ombudsman (om-budz-man) is from Sweden. In the United States, it has come to mean “advocate.” The Ombudsman Program is authorized by the Older Americans Act and Maryland law. The overall goal of the Ombudsman Program is to assure residents receive […]]]>