The Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc. will have a public hearing on its strategic plan for fiscal years 2011 – 2014 on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until Noon at The Ohio State University South Centers (Endeavor Center), 1864 Shyville Road, Piketon.

The strategic plan outlines the agency’s proposed goals and objectives for service delivery utilizing federal and state funds for Adams, Brown, Gallia, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, Scioto and Vinton Counties.

Senior citizens and other interested individuals are encouraged to attend and provide written or oral comment. Planning materials will be available for review at the public hearing.

The strategic plan, when completed, will be submitted to the Ohio Department of Aging for approval.

If you have questions regarding the public hearing, contact Nina Keller, MSW, LSW, assistant director/director of planning at the Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc., toll-free at 1-800-582-7277 (TTY 1-888-270-1550).

All services through the Area Agency on Aging District 7 are rendered on a non-discriminatory basis.

Your local Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc. serves the following counties in Ohio: Adams, Brown, Gallia, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, Scioto and Vinton. Services are rendered on a non-discriminatory basis. Those interested in learning more about the services provided through the Area Agency on Aging District 7 can also call toll-free at 1-800-582-7277.

Individuals may talk directly with a nurse or social worker who will assist them with information surrounding the programs and services that are available to best serve their needs.