ANNUAL
REPORT
OUR MISSION The Athens Community Council on Aging’s mission is to promote a lifetime of wellness through engagement, advocacy, education and support.
RESILIENCY IN IMAGERY When we chose the theme of this year’s report, we sought to find an image that best illustrated resiliency. Faced with COVID-19, we continuously pivoted our operations to best serve the needs of the community. We believe that our staff, volunteers and extended ACCA family are front-line superheroes. It is because of their bravery, determination, commitment and compassion that ensured no senior was left behind in 2020.
It is said that a superhero is someone who does heroic deeds and can do to them in a way that a normal person could not. A superhero possesses their own unique set of powers and they are unstoppable when they use those powers to accomplish good deeds. This image will forever serve as a reminder to all of the challenges we faced together and the good deeds that followed.
INDEX ACCA Mission/Resiliency Defined/Index ..... 2 Introduction Letter ..... 3 ACCA's Core Values ..... 4 Our Work ..... 5-6 ACCA COVID Response ..... 7 Superheroes in Action ..... 8 Messages from Those We Have Served ..... 9 Spending One Last Birthday Together ..... 10 Giving Back is a Family Affair .....11 Superhero Student Helps Launch Buddy Calls .....12 Kindness & Good Company Are Just a Call Away .....13 Superheroes at Work ..... 14-15 FY 2020 Financials ..... 16 2019-2020 Board of Directors .....17 A Lifelong Leader and Mentor Gives Back to ACCA ..... 18 1967 Legacy Society Donors ..... 19 FY 2020 Supporters ..... 19-25 Community Partners and Sponsors ..... 26 Staff Response to COVID-19 ..... 27 2
RE·SIL·IEN·CY Dear Friends,
Much like you do for your holiday letter to family or friends, we sit down each year to work on our annual report as a way to take time to reflect on the year’s accomplishments, celebrations and updates. This publication not only captures the very essence of who we are and what we do, but it serves as the historical snapshot for the agency. We are so very honored to share it with you, our ACCA family and friends.
When the calendar flipped on January 1, 2020, no one could have predicted what was to come a few short months later. For the first time in our 53-year-old history, ACCA was faced with a global pandemic, disproportionally affecting those we serve and many of those who volunteer to serve with us. In response to COVID-19, ACCA suspended its in-person programming on March 16, 2020. The decision to do so was a heart-wrenching necessity to keep our most vulnerable safe. Although we faced unprecedented uncertainty, our purpose was clear - no senior would be left behind.
We were prepared and quickly put a plan in place to meet the most critical needs of those we serve and the many older adults in the community who called upon ACCA for the first time. We transitioned our full agency resources into the Meals on Wheels model of service delivery, focusing on three critical areas: food and basic needs, security checks and social connections.
By definition, resiliency is an ability to recover from or adjust easily to adversity or change. ACCA certainly did that in 2020! We continue to be in awe of the ACCA front-liners who became superheroes in their response to the change surrounding them. Staff and volunteers, donning an array of colorful masks, showed up each day to pack and distribute food to our community in need. Staff were innovative in their creation of the virtual Center for Active Living, offering virtual cooking demonstrations, bingo, trips and exercise groups to older adults sheltering in place. Volunteers made countless Buddy Calls to homebound, isolated seniors to provide companionship and security. Serving those who continue to be the most vulnerable, our Long Term Care Ombudsman provided information, guidance and assurance to residents and their families living in long term care facilities.
Our loyal donors and community partners reached out to offer donations, resources and their expertise. There truly has not been a more innovative, heroic and truly resilient time in ACCA’s history. We are so proud to share with you just how resilient we have become, and how rewarding it has truly been. We are immensely proud to serve our community and it is our hope, through sharing in our challenges and successes, that we make you equally as proud to be a part of the ACCA family.
EVE ANTHONY CEO
LAURIE DOUGLAS BOARD CHAIR
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OUR CORE VALUES IMAGINATION & INNOVATION We embrace change and always find new and creative ways to increase our value to the community we serve.
KINDNESS & RESPECT We always act with genuine care and concern for each other, the people we serve and the organization.
QUALITY & COMMITMENT We exceed expectations.
GENEROSITY & GRATITUDE We believe in the power of generosity to change lives and are grateful for the time and resources given of others.
LEARNING & SHARING We are committed to life-long growth and discovery and are passionate about sharing our stories and experiences with others.
AS WE FACED THE UNKNOWN, OUR MISSION OFFERED CLARITY, OUR CORE VALUES OUR GUIDE. OUR COMMITMENT TO BOTH STRENGTHENED OUR RESILIENCY ENSURING NO SENIOR IS LEFT BEHIND.
RESILIENCY - A NEW CORE
while they sheltered in place.
VALUE If we were to add a core value after 2020, it would certainly be resiliency. Our staff, volunteers and community partners came together to not only honor our core values, but to exceed even our own expectations of them.
Food access was the most critical and urgent need because of our population's need to shelter in place. With the help from our community partners, we mobilized emergency food distribution. Drawing on our long history of Meals on Wheels programming, we
We brought innovative ideas to the frontline in order to serve not only our existing clients, but over 1,400 community members in need due to COVID-19.
were quickly able to expand to serve more. For those able to drive and safely leave their homes, we started a contactless drive thru commodity and grocery pick-up three times per week at ACCA.
Driveway visits, virtual activities, Buddy Calls and safety checks allowed us to stay connected with those we serve to ensure their health and happiness
ACCA transportation drivers continued to give rides to critical medical appointments to those unable to drive or use public transit due to the risk.
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OUR WORK Senior Community Service
assisted living facilities are
and health related needs in a safe,
Employment Program
supported by representatives who
engaging environment. Designed
Under and unemployed older
advocate for their rights, investigate
for medically frail adults and
adults participate in on-the-job
and resolve complaints, and provide
individuals with Alzheimer’s disease
training programs, gaining the new
education to facility staff. This was
and related dementias the program
skills and knowledge needed to
critical in 2020 as we continued to
also provides caregivers with much
enter the workforce. Local
be a vital resource for residents and
needed respite. Our aides
employers receive the benefit of
their family members separated
continued safe interaction with
hosting reliable, mature older
because of COVID-19.
clients through socially distanced
workers.
driveway visits, virtual check-ins
Adult Day Health
and activities as well as safety
Long Term Care Ombudsman
Members engage in therapeutic
checks. The caregivers support
Long term care residents of nursing
activities and socialization while
group continued through virtual
and personal care homes and
receiving assistance with medical
teleconferences.
HEALTH & WELLNESS MEALS CAREGIVER SUPPORT
WE REIMAGINED OUR
ORGANIZATION TO MEET THE MOST PRESSING ISSUES AT HAND. WHILE OUR MISSION REMAINS THE SAME, OUR WORK LOOKS DIFFERENT. *Senior Corps Volunteers
GeorgiaCares
transportation to critical medical
Adults aged 55 and up remain
Medicare beneficiaries receive
appointments.
active and engaged by providing
unbiased information and assistance
meaningful service to their
to make informed decisions about
Meals on Wheels
community. Through three Senior
their health care benefit options.
Homebound older adults and adults
Corps programs, volunteers enrich
with disabilities receive a nutritious
the lives of children, older adults
Transportation
meal and friendly visit from our
and themselves. *Now AmeriCorps
Older commuters whose
dedicated volunteers, but it’s more
Seniors.
transportation needs are not met by
than that. Volunteers also deliver
traditional services ride with trained
pet food, fans, blankets, library
Center for Active Living
drivers who assist them at every
books and holiday gifts, bringing
Members enjoy a diverse mix of
step of the trip. This service allows
the community to those who need
educational seminars, social and
the riders access to essential
it the most. We maintained this
resources needed to remain living
high level of service through the
and thriving in their community. This
expanded Meals on Wheels
service continued during COVID-19
program providing emergency
with the agency providing safe
relief meals during the pandemic.
cultural programming, travel, opportunities for fellowship, and health-related classes designed for older adults. These opportunities continued – only virtually.
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Senior Hunger
CAL+
Raising awareness of senior hunger,
Members enjoy a morning of diverse
coalition members provide
activities, including cooking
supplemental food to help meet the
demonstrations, health talks and
basic needs of food insecure
screenings, gardening, bingo, outings,
individuals in the community. This
and more. The program includes a
partnership ensures that all served
delicious lunch, as well as connection to
by ACCA are food secure with a
additional resources and support. We
commitment to serve all older
reimagined our CAL+ program to
adults within our community. Our
continue providing fun and social
expertise in this area proved
activities through teleconferencing.
essential with the significant increase of need because of COVID-19.
ACCA SUPERHEROES ARE MADE UP OF STAFF, VOLUNTEERS, COMMUNITY PARTNERS AND DONORS WHO SHOWED UP ON THE FRONTLINES TO SUPPORT VULNERABLE SENIORS WHEN THEY NEEDED US THE MOST.
Grandparents Raising
families, our care manager’s expertise
Grandchildren
provides the answers at a time of
Relative caregivers are supported
uncertainty, and can assist with
through a robust case management
relocation, health care coordination,
program that addresses the needs
safety evaluation, crisis intervention,
of both the grandparent and the
and caregiver respite.
grandchild in their care. Services include support groups, parent
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
education, family activities and
Caregivers supporting individuals living
nursing care.
with dementia have the opportunity of fellowship, participate in educational
Geriatric Care Management
programs, and gain connections to
With the support of a Care
additional supportive resources. With
Manager, older adults and their
older adults sheltering-in-place, we
caregivers navigate the road map of
recognized the heightened need and
decisions and tasks related to their
continued our outreach and support via
care and needs. Working with
teleconference.
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ACCA'S COVID RESPONSE Meals Served in FY20
TO PUT OUR COVID-19 EMERGENCY RELIEF MEAL OPERATIONS INTO PERSPECTIVE, IN THE 4TH QUARTER WE SERVED 115,825 TOTAL MEALS. THAT IS MORE THAN 2 1/2 X THE AMOUNT SERVED IN THE 1ST, 2ND AND 3RD QUARTERS COMBINED.
EMERGENCY RELIEF MEALS SERVED MARCH 16-JUNE 30
82,780
NEW COMMUNITY SENIORS DUE TO COVID-19
1,146
BUDDY CALLS & SAFETY CHECKS MARCH-JUNE
FOOD RECEIVED FROM ACCA MEANT SENIORS HAD ENOUGH TO EAT
RECEIVING REGULAR CALLS FROM ACCA MADE THEM FEEL SAFE
BECAUSE OF ACCA, I'VE CONNECTED WITH OTHERS DURING COVID
4,150 98% 97% 96%
OF SENIORS AGREED
OF SENIORS AGREED
OF SENIORS AGREED
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SUPERHEROES IN ACTION The accomplishments we share with you reflect the hard work and dedication from our superhero staff, volunteers, partners, donors and the community who believe so much in the work we do at ACCA.
That commitment is illustrated in the
65,837 VOLUNTEER HOURS LOGGED
Meals on Wheels volunteer, Amy, and Mr. Riddle chat about sports, the weather and his house during meal drop-offs. Mr. Riddle said he is so appreciative of everyone at ACCA and the Meals on Wheels Program.
13,921 RIDES GIVEN
to medical appointments, grocery stores, pharmacies and other community resources.
15,994
INDIVIDUALS DIRECTLY SERVED 12,278
adults of all backgrounds
TOTAL
and abilities,
DAYS
disabilities and
OF CARE COVID-19 was no match to our resilient Adult Day Health staff who fully embraced social distancing in order to see their clients. 8
including older
adults with
family caregivers.
ACCA outreach reached an additional
12,696 individuals.
MESSAGES FROM THOSE WE HAVE SERVED “I had called you late yesterday
"I truly appreciate your effort to
afternoon and you guys were
help me with groceries. I
so super! Within an hour or an
especially like the frozen meals.
hour and a half, you sent me an
It helps me with my handicap. I
emergency food bag with great
can not cook myself. It really
stuff and I am so thankful and
helps my food budget. I do not
so appreciative. You have no
know how you do all that you do
clue. I just wanted to thank you
so well but I am truly thankful
and tell you what wonderful
what you do. I am sure all
you people are. And thank you.
residents of Columbia Brookside
And please be safe!”
are."
"Please tell everyone involved
"I just want to thank you so
in the Meals on Wheels
much. These are some nice
program how thankful I am for
masks. They helped save me
the services I have received
and my grandson… I just want
over the years. This means so
to tell you thank you so very
much to me and helps me out a
much. Thank you."
lot.” "Just want to tell you how "Thank you for taking such
impressed I am with ACCA.
good care of our seniors
As a CAL member, I have enjoyed
through this COVID-19
yoga classes (until they were
pandemic. Your programs offer
cancelled in March, of course)
so much assistance, caring and
and learning about all the
hope to our at-risk citizens. I’m
wonderful programs you all offer
so proud of you and all that you
to connect and offer help to
do!"
Athens-area seniors. I'm especially impressed with how
"Just a little note to say thank
well you have been able to
you for your kindness and
continue to do so during the
generosity during this crisis.
pandemic shutdown. Thank you
You are appreciated!"
for all you and staff and volunteers do for our community. Take care of yourself and your
"Thank you so, so much for all
great staff!"
you folks have done and continue to do. God bless you all. You are an answer to my prayers."
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SPENDING ONE LAST BIRTHDAY TOGETHER Lauren was in the car on her way from New
“Linda was so understanding, so comforting.
York to Northern Georgia to see her grand-
The empathy was exactly what I needed in
father John. She had been having weekly
that moment because I was so upset and
video calls with him since April and could tell
nervous that I wouldn’t be able to see him,”
his health was declining. The car ride was an
Lauren recalled. “She talked me through
emotional one as she knew deep down it
strategies and concrete steps on how to
would likely be the last time she would be
navigate the nursing home policies and
able to see him. As an asymptomatic patient
those were the strategies that got me in to
he had already survived COVID-19, but his
see him.”
Parkinson’s disease had progressed, and he was placed on hospice.
Dressed in full personal protection equipment, supplied by the nursing home,
As Lauren and her husband drove, she
Lauren and her cousin were able to spend
received word that the
time with John on his 88th birthday –
nursing home where he
even teleconferencing two other cousins to
was staying would not let
join in on the visit. John’s Parkinson’s
her visit due to a recent
disease affected him physically, but Lauren
policy change. Lauren had the option of standing outside his
said he never suffered from a mental decline, so he was lucid during her visit making it all the more special. "It made me
window again as she
so happy to be there on his birthday and to
had done
be able to hold his hand and hug him," she
previously, but
said.
it wouldn't be the same.
His health dramatically declined after her visit and a couple of weeks later John
She had
passed away peacefully.
heard about the Long
After her visit, Lauren wrote to Linda, "The
Term Care
work you are doing is so important and
Ombudsman
valuable. I appreciate you and I am sure
program
countless other families do as well."
through her research and decided to reach out. Lauren spoke with Linda Newton, ACCA’s Ombudsman
Lauren will remain forever grateful for that time she was able to spend with him. “He was so kind, had a beautiful smile and knew everyone in town. He was one of those people who would light up any room he entered. He was the kindest, most generous person.”
Representative for the North Region, when
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Lauren admired him for always making the time for her and her cousins if they needed
she arrived in
him or if they simply wanted to spend time
Georgia.
with him. “That’s why it was so important to me to be with him at the end of his life.”
GIVING BACK IS A FAMILY AFFAIR Like many, Shannah and Ethan Montgomery’s lives shifted when COVID-19 altered their work and school schedules. The mother and son duo decided to make the best of the situation by volunteering with Meals on Wheels. Shannah was already familiar with the work ACCA does and, in turn, Ethan learned of the program through his mom.
For Ethan, a junior at Cedar Shoals High School, his volunteering was a way to stay socially distanced while directly impacting members of the community. “It’s not often that volunteer programs allow the volunteer to establish a personal connection with the people they are helping and be able to check on them almost every week," he said.
Shannah and Ethan both felt that personal connection with a Meals on Wheels client, Mr. Evans, who reminded Shannah of her granddad. “Even though we are in a pandemic, he would be waiting on his porch with his mask on and chat with us about gardening, how to tell a good watermelon, and other important life lessons,” Shannah said.
Ethan felt significantly humbled with this experience but understands his ability to directly give back to a community that supports him, by supporting those that need it most. "Being able to see the impact that your personal efforts have on people in our own community is a very powerful feeling, and establishing those connections makes the work feel like reaching a helping hand out to a friend," said Ethan.
Along with helping others, one takeaway to the experience was that Shannah and Ethan were able to experience it together. Shannah said she loved that Ethan recognized the challenges others face and how he developed true empathy for those they helped.
“Our time together gave us the space for thoughtful conversations that we rarely find time for in the hustle and bustle of life. The time we spent together this summer is something I will always cherish,” Shannah said. "There are so many things I love about Athens, but what has kept our family here for so many years is the people," said Shannah. "Athens seems to cultivate a willingness to help, kindness, creativity and respect for the uniqueness of each person in this community. We don’t get everything right, but we keep trying. It’s been inspiring to see the efforts of so many people, all who are dealing with their own challenges, go out and find something they can do to help someone else."
Thank you for being superheroes, Shannah and Ethan!
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SUPERHERO STUDENT HELPS LAUNCH BUDDY CALLS The Buddy Calls program was launched in April after Quinn Peragine, a fourth-year medical student at the Augusta University/ University of Georgia Medical Partnership, approached ACCA with an idea. He knew that because of the pandemic, those older adults sheltering in place were missing social connections and knew this would be a great opportunity for he and his fellow medical school classmates. Quinn, his classmates and community volunteers began reaching out to older adults and in the first two months, over 100 phone calls were made to area seniors.
Quinn has lived in Athens for a while and has enjoyed giving back to the community, especially brightening the days of area seniors. The buddies he has gotten to know have led amazing lives and for Quinn, it has been fascinating to hear some of their stories. At the height of the lockdown one of his buddies, Mr. Mann called him which was unusual. They had some connection issues and the call dropped so Quinn could not make out exactly what he was saying but could tell from his tone that he seemed down that day. “I reached out to ACCA, who were able to send adult day health staff over to his house to cheer him up. The next time we spoke he told me that he had been feeling a little lonely, but that visit had really brightened his day!” As an aspiring emergency medicine physician, Quinn understands that along with a patient’s presenting medical problem, their social situation also plays a part for managing their overall health going forward. He says that the Buddy Calls experience has taught him the importance of plugging into community resources to assist patients. “I believe the positive experience I have had working with ACCA will encourage me to continue to make connections with other organizations to help benefit my patients wherever I end up practicing in the future.”
This student superhero is back in his clinical rotations after some downtime during the lockdown but has still been able to keep up with his buddies. “The clients that I work with have had a chance to learn about what I do, and they have been understanding if we are not able to stick to a consistent schedule. Even though I am busy, it has been fun finding time to talk and catch up with my buddies!”
Quinn's family has been very supportive and are very happy that the program is reaching so many people but one in particular wants to make sure she’s still number one in his book. “My grandmother just wanted me to remember to give her a call every now and then too!" Quinn remarked.
You are certainly our superhero Quinn - thank you!
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KINDNESS & GOOD COMPANY ARE JUST A CALL AWAY Resiliency comes to mind when speaking with Dr. Gene Johnson, a recipient of Meals on Wheels in Winder. Born and raised in Georgia, Dr. Johnson spent his career traveling until health issues grounded him and he settled in Winder, Georgia. When you speak with Dr. Johnson, you realize how much of a life he has lived and how quickly he has had to adjust to new situations and circumstances. From a PhD in computer science to owning his own business and playing music with great artists such as Dolly Parton, he has a larger than life personality and exudes pure joy, but since the pandemic has begun, he is at home, staying safe.
“Calls from Elizabeth make me feel like somebody cares about me. I was more than a file. They bring joy and happiness to my life.” - Dr. Gene Johnson Dr. Johnson has been receiving meals since 2018. When you ask him about his experience with Meals on Wheels he says, “I’m very blessed to have such wonderful people that really care. It’s been wonderful for me. I can’t thank the agency enough for doing what they have done for me.” And honestly, we feel the same about him.
When the pandemic first began, ACCA had thought it would be a few weeks that we might not get to see those we serve. We were hopeful. But, six months later we found ourselves navigating the new normal. Part of that new normal included weekly calls to check in on our friends and each week Dr. Johnson received a call from Elizabeth Thompson, Winder Adult Day Health/Activity Aide, to chat, to see how things are going and to see how ACCA can help.
“The COVID-19 pandemic has presented all of us with challenges and setbacks. Talking with Dr. Johnson kind of brings me peace of mind knowing that I am able to bring him comfort, reassurance and a sense of peace. I really enjoy talking with him and hearing his stories,” said Elizabeth.
For Dr. Johnson, being part of ACCA has a special place in his heart, especially for the staff. “It goes beyond that [being a part of ACCA], the people that I have come in contact with, like Elizabeth, are very compassionate and understanding… they’re very helpful and kind. I am very blessed to have known them.”
When you ask Dr. Johnson what it has meant for Elizabeth to call and check in on him, he’s quick to reply, “Wow. It makes me feel alive! It makes me feel like somebody cares about me. I was more than a file. It brought joy and happiness into my life.”
The pandemic has created chaos and uncertainty, but it’s also created new friendships and connections, like that of Dr. Johnson and Elizabeth. While there have been many challenges in our everyday lives, it’s the resiliency that keeps us going and making those silver linings shine brighter.
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SUPERHEROES
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AT WORK
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FY20 – BY THE NUMBERS $600,000 RAISED
ACCA Fiscal Year 2020 Funding by Source
FY20 saw more than $600,000 raised through private support - an increase of over $187,000 from last year. You helped answer the call when COVID-19 suspended our in-person programming, events, and fundraisers.
Your support helped to sustain our promise of no senior left behind. We were able to provide food and basic needs, security checks and the virtual social connections for our seniors in need.
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ACCA Fiscal Year 2020
ACCA Fiscal Year 2020
Revenue vs. Expense
Expense Breakdown
2019-2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chair: Laurie Douglas, Meals on Wheels Volunteer Vice Chair: Kelly Holloway, Attorney, Epps, Holloway, DeLoach & Hoipkemier, LLC Treasurer: Robert Hardell, Vice President Commercial Banking, Synovus Bank Secretary: Don DeMaria, Director, University of Georgia Washington Semester
Shirley Allen, Engagement Officer with Development and Alumni Relations, UGA Maria Bowie, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Program Henry Brown, Retired Vice President, Athens Clarke County Board of Education Bob Burton, Owner, burton + BURTON Becky Lane, Retired UGA HR Director Beverly Logan, Clerk, Superior Court Dr. Katheryn Davis, Emeriti Faculty, University of Georgia School of Social Work Carol Sue Meech, Meals on Wheels Volunteer Dr. Achilia Morrow, Community Internal Medicine, St. Mary's Healthcare Victoria Prevatt, Lead Strategist/Owner Good Works Consulting Paige Otwell, Assistant District Attorney, Western Judicial Circuit DA's Office Dr. Don Scott, Augusta University/University of Georgia Medical Partnership Dr. Reginald Woods, Retired Sr. HR Manager, Facilities Management Division, University of Georgia Wes Zwirn, Owner, Little Prodigies Child Development Center
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A LIFELONG LEADER AND MENTOR GIVES BACK TO ACCA Much like the colors of his signature bowties,
Donors for several years, Reginald and Brenda
Dr. Reginald Woods’ warmth and vibrancy
became 1967 Legacy Society members last
shines through in every interaction. His
year. The giving society is named after the
calming nature is rich with wisdom and
year of ACCA’s founding. For Reginald, the
gratitude. He is a husband, father, grand-
name had additional significance and he told
father, a guiding mentor and lucky for us, a
his wife they had to join. “I strongly believe
dedicated board member.
that everyone can give their time, talent and treasure. But 1967 really resonated with me –
A Missouri native, he has a proven record of
it was the year I graduated high school.”
resiliency which has helped shaped the man he is today. Early on in his career he was laid off
Reginald went on to explain what a
from his position at Trans World Airlines – a
tumultuous year that had been with the
job he greatly enjoyed. He became a
ongoing Vietnam War, an unpopular
uniformed member of the Missouri State
President, race riots and concerning tensions
Highway Patrol where he was able to interact
overseas. It was certainly an unsettling time.
with neighborhood kids while serving as a role model and mentor to many along the way.
With 2020 serving up its own set of
That’s not to say it was easy, however. Being a
challenges, Reginald encourages others to
State Trooper meant missing many holidays
continue on their own paths of resiliency.
and special occasions away from his wife and
“Ask for help when you need it, lean on
four children.
others for support and make sure to give back however you are able. Together, we will get
“As a family, we would hold family meetings in
through this.”
the living room whenever we needed to discuss something important,” Reginald said.
Thank you, Dr. Woods, for your leadership
He called a family meeting when he decided
and support of all we do at ACCA!
to pursue a job outside of law enforcement. “My kids were elated that day.”
He eventually found himself relocating to Georgia and he never looked back at those Missouri winters. He worked at the University of Georgia for many years before retiring in the spring as the Senior HR Manager in the Facilities Management Division. Reginald is relishing in retirement, staying busy with volunteer work and keeping up with his ‘honey do-list.’
He strongly believes in the mission of ACCA, “I love the tagline of age well, live well but I would like to add ‘finish well’ to it. That's so important in the latter stages of life!”
Reginald and his wife Brenda are not only supportive of the older adults receiving services from ACCA but also the staff. During COVID-19, he sent hand-written notes of encouragement thanking them.
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DONORS 1967 LEGACY SOCIETY MEMBERS Legacy Society members invest in our mission by making an annual gift commemorating the year of our founding. These gifts help us ensure that every older adult in our community has the opportunity to age well. Thank you to our fiscal year 2020 Legacy Society members:
Joan D. Berryman
Dr. Huda and Dorris A. Lillard
Marilyn K. Brown
Richard and Janice Ludwig
Lori and Gerry Carroll
Jim and Dorothy Newland
Bill and Laurie Douglas
Gordhan and Jinx Patel
John and Kathleen Gratzek
Donna and Brian Seagraves
Harold Holtz in Loving Memory
Marcy Tanner
of Eleanor Holtz
Gene Weeks
Gregory and Jennifer Holcomb
Reginald and Brenda Woods
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS We are so appreciative of the financial support that allows us to continue outreach, programming and services to those who need it most. On behalf of those we serve, we thank you for your support during the last fiscal year. Active Network
Frederick Arnold
Hortense Bates
Beth Adams
Ralph Askren
Patrick Beall
Penny Ann Adams
Athens Church
Betsy Bean
Susanne Alford
Athens Korean Presbyterian Church
Brad and Erin Beasley
Abdulwahab and Naomi Al-Haroun
Athens PRIDE
Richard Beasley
Barbara Ali
Athens Rotary Club
Irene Becker
Monica Ali Warren
Scott Atkinson
Andrew Belasco
Gilles Allard
Aubrey Entertainment
Roy Bell
Kelley Allen
Charles Auslander
Patricia Bell-Scott
Shirley Allen
Frank Bachelder
Timothy and Katie Bemisderfer
Irene Allinger
Rebecca Baggett
Randy Bennett
Linda Amick
Bill Baggs
Annette Bergins
Andrea Anderson
Shirley Baker
David Berkes
Merry Anderson
Victoria Baker
Joan Berryman
Richard Anderson
Ralph and Kris Bakowski
Eric Beville
Tracy Anderson
Karen Baldwin
Laura Lee Bierema
Wyatt Anderson
June Ball
Big City Bread
Kathryn Andrews
Peter Balsamo
Eron Bird
Jenna Andrews-Swann
Linda Banks
Frances Blackburn
Clyde and Pat Anthony
Mattee Barkdoll
Andrea Blaesing
Neal and Eve Anthony
Dottie Barksdale
Jean Bleyle
Marilyn Appleby
Diane Barret
Lowell Blickenderfer
Marta Aquino
John Barrett
Barbara Bloom-Fisher
Lorie Arata
John Barton
Susan Boatright
Mark Armstrong
P. Michael Bascle
Bogart United Methodist Church
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FY20 SUPPORTERS Daniel Borremans
Nancy E. Carmichael
George Crook
Sharon Boswell
Peter Carnell
Gay Crowe
Karen Bothwell
Margaret Carr
Ralph Crown
Thomas Bowden
Lori and Gerry Carroll
Claire Cruse
Sharon Bower
Michael Carson
Mindy Currence
Rachel Bowers
Carson Plumbing, Inc.
Cooper Currin
Maria Bowie
James Carter
Susan Curtis
Priscilla Bowling
Sally Carter
Whitney Cutler
James Boyles
Porge Casey
Greg and Lynn Cutright
Asa Boynton
Kate Cassity-Duffey
Amy Daigle
David Bradley
Michael and Alice Castengera
Gloria Daniel
Joshua Branch
Steven Catani
John Daniel
Sherryl Branch
J. Mack Cawthon
Mark and Marta Daniell
Margie Braselton
J. Robert Chambers
Ann Darby
Robert Bretscher
Janet Chambers
David Sweat
Ron Bridgers
Chapelwood United Methodist
Martha Davis
Duke Briscoe
Church
Thomas Davis
Jacquelyn Briscoe
Frances Chapman
Katheryn Davis
Elizabeth Broad and Mary Yelenick
Shashi Charles
Al Davison
Charles and Eleanor Broaded
Chastain and Associates Insurance
Tim and Susan Deaton
Donald Brockway
Agency, Inc.
James Deeley
Josef Broder
Hsiao-Hui Chen
James deHaseth
Frances Brown
Cheri Cherry
Deidre deLaughter
Janice Brown
Peter Chitko
Don and Melinda DeMaria
Joyce Brown
Christopher's Bridge Home Care
Fanniel DeMarks
Lisa Brown
Gloria Chu
Nancy Denson
Marilyn Brown
Paula Ciembor
DePalma's Italian Cafe
Susan Brown
Kevin Clancey
Edward dePeterse
Catherine Browne
Thomas Clarke
Dan DerVartanian
Lisa Bryant
Classic City of Athens Rotary
Christine Devereaux
Christopher Burback
Vikki Clawson
Jordan DeWitt
Charles Burch
Clerk of Superior Court Staff
Joe and Sharyn Dickerson
Patricia Burch
Wes Clonts
Richard DiPietro
W. Travis Burch
Bruce Clotfelter
David Dixon
Elizabeth Burmeister
Serge Clouatre
Jing Dong
Linda Burton
Maureen Coffman
Connor Dougherty
Robert Burton
Jeff Cole and Mary Bess Jarrard
Bill and Laurie Douglas
Jack Bush
Ronald Cole
Max Dowis
Brian Bushway
Daniel Coner
Doris Downer
C.O.C.O. Organization
Vicki Connell
Nancy Downes
Melisa Cahnmann
Melissa Connelly
Donald Downie
Tom Call
Cloud Conrad
Bertis Downs
Gwen Callaway-Howard
Charles Cook
J. Griffin Doyle
Camp Twitch and Shout
Walter Cook
Ginger Duensing
J.N. Campbell
Madelaine Cooke
James Duffie
Richard Campbell
Tom Cooney
Kathryn Dunkley
Timothy Campbell
Diane Cooper
Dynamite Clothing
Bill Cangelosi
Karen Cosgrove
Donna Edwards
Robert Cannon
Cotton Patch Quilters
Gaylen Edwards
Cannon Financial Institute
Covenant Presbyterian Church
Josh and Alison Edwards
Sandra Carey
Arthur Crawley
Martinique Edwards
Nathan Carmack
Kemberly Credle
Melinda Edwards and Ken Manring
Leah Carmichael
Anthony Crisafulli
William Edwards
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FY20 SUPPORTERS Molly Efland
Thomas and Lisa Ganschow
Nonie Hale
Diane Ehlers
Al Garbin
Phil Hale
Sarah Ehlers
Randy Garner
John Haley
Charles Eidsvik
Ellisa Garrett
Laura Hallett
William Eiland
David Gast
Jimmy Hamilton
Doc and Sheri Eldridge
David Gastley and Mary Kramer
Clara Ham-Johnson
Mamie Elliott
James Gaudin
Cristina Hamman
Nancy Elliott
Violet Gauthreaux
Ashley Hammock
Paula Elliott
Gerald H. & Carol F. Driver
Marjorie Hammock
Samuel Elliott
Foundation, Inc.
Lillian Hammond
Kerstin Emerson
Doris Gerst
Richard Handwork
Jeffrey Engel
William Gesch
Richard Hanlin
Mary Engel
Jean Giannasi
Kris Hanna
Ruth Engle
Rachel Gibson
Kent Hannon
Epps, Holloway, DeLoach, &
Freda Giles
Robert Hardell
Jennifer Gilliam
Mark Hardigree
Epting Events, Catering, and Design
Hoipkemier, LLC
Michelle Gilliam
Jared V. Harper and Elena Brown
Georgia Everson
Martha Gilree
Wilma Harrington
Marina Evich
Max Gilstrap
Alice Harris
Stacee Farrell
Give It All Fund
Eric Harris
Garnet Faulkner
George and Donna Gladbach
Samuel Harris
Lesley Feracho
Carl Glickman
Laurie Hart
Richard Field
Charlotte Goff
Robert Hart
R.C. Findly
Robert Gogal
Jane Harvey
Mike Finnerty
Golden Pantry Food Stores Inc.
Patricia Hatcher
First American Bank and Trust Co.
Dale Goodhue
Thomas Heery
First Presbyterian Church
Barbara Goodrich
Christina Hegedus and Gregory
Gerald Firth
John Goodrum
William Flatt
Elliot Gootman
Heirloom Cafe & Fresh Market
Frank Fleming
Belita Gordon
Jill Helme
Kathryn Fletcher
Dorothy Gordon
Michele Henn
Amy Flurry
Laura Gordon
David Henry
Susan Foley
Deborah Goswick
Lawrence Hepburn
Janet Fong
Mary Sue Gotham
Keith Herist
Stuart Fors
Gerald Gouge
Pam Hetland
John Fowler
Mary Gould
Thomas Hewell
Kathryn Fowler
Kenneth Goyen
Heyward Allen Motor Co.
George Francisco
Tom Grace
Brandon Hicks
Shari Frank
Grace Athens
Melissa Hicks
Allyson Franklin
Nancy Graham
Andrew Hill
Rosemary Franklin
Deborah Grainger
Richard Hill
Margean Franks
Debbie Granger
Dennis and Jackie Hix
Nagoster Franks
Cherlyn Granrose
Mark Hodges
Edith Frazier
John Gratzek
Tom Hodgson
Nikaela Frederick
JoAnn Griffeth
Don Hoeler
Portia Frederick
Robert and Meg Griffith
Margaret Hoeler
Byron Freeman
Claire Guest
September Hoeler
Friends in Faith PM Circle at
Colby Gunby
Carol Hoffman
Stephanie Hacker
John and Gail Hoge
Jack Frierson
Scott Hagen
Gregory Holcomb
Joseph and Lisa Frierson
Sussie Haggard
Holiday Benevolence Market 13
Rachel Gabara
Rob Hagwood
Richard Holland
Julie Gaines
Silke Haidekker
Mt. Bethel UMC
Pierce
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FY20 SUPPORTERS Barry and Edith Hollander
Janice Jordan
Joan Laughton
Chris Holliday
Margaret Joyner
Thomas Lauth
Catherine Hollingsworth
Matt and Mary Beth Justus
James Lavelle
Jack Hollis and David Hammond
Doris Kadish
S. Edward Law
Kelly Holloway
Rudolph Kagerer
Tony Lay
William Holmes
Deirdre Kane
Brenda Lazarus
Bettye Holston
Elena Karahanna
Barbara Ann Lee
Harold Holtz in Memory of
Georgui Kassaev
Leon Farmer & Company
Karen Kassinger
Jennifer Lewis
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
Ryan Katz
Sheryl Lewis
Home Instead Senior Care
Amy Kay
Chenxiao Li
Patricia Hopaluk-Gay
Paula Keam
Dr. Huda and Dorris A. Lillard
Roger Hopkins
Cora Keber
Derek Little
Kyle Elizabeth Hopwood
Paul Keck
Earl and Lindy Lively
Arthur Horne
Brenda Keen
Ben Liverman
Jane Keene
Christine Lo
Eleanor Holtz
Harold Horton Helen Hosti-Etheredge Yiren Hou Sandra House Kline Howell Elizabeth Howerth Betty Hoyt Chung Huang Janice Huff Neil and Martha Hughes Hughes Subaru Robert Hulsey Ryan Hunt Theresa Hunt Erin Hurley Douglas Huston Martie Hutchens Mary Hutcherson Amber Hutton Keren Hymo Illinois Tool Works, Inc. Inspired Closets Dortha Jacobson Nancy Jacobson Amanda James Constance Jeffreys Cheryl Jett Pamela Johns Alton Johnson Larry Johnson Liz Johnson Mark Johnson Shannah Johnson Carole Jones Jovonda Jones Judy Jones Kenneth Jones Christopher and Michelle Jordan
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Randall Keene Melissa Kelly Toni Kelly Kelly Family Cuidiu Foundation Nolan Kennedy Bradley Hall Barbara Kiewel Caroline Killens Lillian Kincey Alice King Bruce King Daniel King Brandy Kirkwood Nancy Kissane Julie Kittleson Douglas Kleiber Jared Klein Francis Klonowski Kim Klonowski Beth Knight Diane Kohl Lawrence Kramer Donald Kraus Richard Kraus Sarah Kruse Richard Kumnick Susan Kumnick Paul and Carol Kurtz Eric LaBorie Michael Lacy Michael LaMorte Amy Lancaster Becky Lane Frances Lang John Langone Moneek Langston Last Resort Grill
David Loegel Evet Loewen Beverly Logan William Loughner Sarajane Love Donald Lowe Richard and Janice Ludwig Kirsten Lundergan-Linker Frank Lusk Yolanda Lyons Alan and Janice Mace Cecile Maher Majorette Club Two Nicole Malcolm Douglas Malcom Jessica Mangum Jane Mann Roy Manoll Kelly Marckioli Debora Marsden Jared and Kim Marsden Scott Martin Natalie Martinez Corrie Massey Katha Massey Edward Matias Sharon Matthews Jonathan and Nicole Maxwell Karen and Rosemary May Gene Mays Amy McBride Janelle McCain Andrew McCollum Ilka McConnell Bernadine McCranie Bryan and Alison McCullick Catherine McCurdy
FY20 SUPPORTERS Harry McDonald
Campbell and Allison Nairn
Bill and Linda Pinto
Reba McDuffie
Laura Naslund
Richard Pipitone
Jonathan McElhannon
Susan Nelson
James Ponsoldt
D.L. McGinty
Thomas Nemetz
Leonard and Marie Poon
Carol McKay
Ashley Nettles
James Porter
Bobbie McKeller
Chan Nevin
Bobby Poss
Pamela McKenzie
Jim Newland
Jason and Paige Powell
John and Sarah McKinney
Newmark Rosenbaum Fund
Madelyn Powell
John McMillan
Kristina Nichols
Scott and Beverly Powell
Sara McMullan Richmond
Kate Nicholson
Tina Powers
Mildred Mealor
Leon Nicolosi
Presbyterian Women - First
Paul and Carol Sue Meech
Ray Noblet
Meredith Meeks
Tom Nolan
James Prestegard
Richard Meltzer
Louise Norrell
Victoria Prevatt and Evan Elder
Men's Fellowship First Christian
Nita Norris
Neal Priest
Peter Norris
Shannon Primm
Alden Mergenthal
Phil Novinger
Princeton United Methodist
Aleena Meriline
Michelle Nuss
J. Michael Meyers
Kathy O’Connor
Doug Pynn
John Meyne
Shannon O'Brien Brooks
Alam and Muntzra Qadri
Barbara Michalove
Marie O'Connor
Sharon Queen
Cynthia Miller
Stephen Olejnik
Dr. Mary Ellen and Bob Quinn
Eileen Miller
Henry O'Pry
Joanne Quinn
Ryan Miller
Betty Ormes
Yusuf Ra'aid
Milton Mills
Jessica Ostick
Laura Rack
Herschel Mize
Dick Oswell
Nancy Ramsey
Jan Mock
Emily Ott
Donald Randall
Mickey Montevideo
Paige Otwell
Reid Ratcliffe
Amey Montgomery
John and Christine Packwood
Preston and Nancy Rawlings
Debbie Montgomery
Johnette Padgett
Stephen Rawlings
Ethan Montgomery
James Pagonis
Mac Rawson
Marilyn Montgomery
David Parajon
Priscilla Ray
Garry Moon
Susan Parish
Carol Ann Raymond
Myra Moore
Al and Kathy Parker
James and Carol Reap
Susan Moore
Martha Parker
Robyn Reardon
Taffi Moore
Nelda Parker
Karen Redwine
Wayne Moore
Julius Parks
Katie Reed
Julie Morgan
Kiatha and Cherry Pass
Elinor Rees
Nancy Morgan
Gordhan and Jinx Patel
Craig Reese
James Morgenthaler
Navin Patel
Regions Bank
Merrill Morris
Marie Patterson
Lauren Register
Achilia Morrow
Robert Paul
Sharon Reid
Terry and Mary Morse
Brenda Paulk
Robert Reinert
Ada Mosley
Jane Payne
David Reinking
Frances Mosley
Peach State Federal Credit Union
Resource Tax and Accounting, LLC
Lorenzo Moss
Wayne and Kimberly Peacock
Sylva Riblet
Marjorie Mueller
Peter Pellegrini
Symma Rich
Robert Muffley
Terry and Angela Perrin
Gloria Ricks Taylor
Stephanie Mullis
Red Petrovs
Jeff Rieter
Tommie Mullis
Gregory Pierce
Harold Rittenberry
Jon Murphy
Bill Pierson
Bonita Roberts
Suzanne Murphy
Kate Pilgrim
Melinda Robins
Zee Nagao
Glenn Pinholster
John Robinson
Church of Athens
Presbyterian Church
Church - Golden Age Group
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FY20 SUPPORTERS Gustavo Rodriguez-Zaccaro
Esther Smith
Harvey Tarpley
Thomas Rogerberg
Gabrielle Smith
Susan Tate
Luther Rogers
James Smith
Penelope Thacker
Nancy Rogers
Jean Smith
Faye Thaxton
Dean Rojek
Linda Smith
The Benevity Community Impact
Channette Romero
Margaret Smith
Richard Rose
Mario and Tiffany Smith
The Epting Family Foundation Fund
Richard Rosemond
Robert Smith
The Erika C. Lewis Family Fund
Robert Trippe Ross
Russell Smith
The Foot & Ankle Treatment Center
Jennifer Royal
Ruth Smith
The Georgia Association of DFCS
Rod and Ethel Rutledge
Shannyn Smith
Sarah Saint
Willie Smith
The Georgia Club Foundation, Inc.
Ashley Berry Salie
Wanda Snell
The GoodCoin Foundation
Judy Salmon
Maurice Snook
The Harris Foundation
Salon DM5
Andrea Snyder
The Hepburn Family Charitable
Walter Sams
Cher Snyder
Clate Sanders
Mason and Ann Somerville
The Irving Family Fund
Sheila Sanders
John and Nancy Songster
The Irving Foundation, Inc.
KathyLynn Sanderson
Mary Songster
The Joyful Faith Bible Study Class
Lamar Sapp
Elizabeth South
The Moschak Family Trust
Takao Sasaki
Gordon Sparks
The Petal Exchange, LLC
Richard Saunders
Charles and Vickie Spence
The Side Hustle
Jackie Scarborough
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
Thomas McKey Tillman Foundation
Kristi Schaller
Erin Stacer
Judith Thompson
Kimberly Schmitz
Stanfield Air Systems
Ramon and Amanda Thompson
Donald Schneider
Donna Staples
Charles Thorne
Cynthia Schulte
State Farm
Lyn Thornton
Lee Scoggins
Donald Steindl
Grady Thrasher and Kathy Prescott
Ida Scotland-Jenkins
Beth Stephens
Sonny Thurmond
Don and Karen Scott
Tom and Sharon Stephens
Jason and Stephanie Tiller
Lewis Scruggs
Frederick and Sharon Stephenson
John Timmons
Brian and Donna Seagraves
Ashley Stewart
Patricia Titus
Nancy Seagraves
Ella Stewart
Jenna Tollerson
Yuksel Selcukoglu
Sean Stoltz
Barbara Tooley
Jane Self
Zolinda Stoneman
Donna Toulme
Kim Settles
James Stowe
Lisa Townsley
Fred Sewell
Margaret Strahl
James Travis
Ray Sexton
Carolyn Stratton
Dan and Leslie Trier
Janine Sheedy
Dawn Strehlke
Trinity Health/St. Mary's Hospital
Hortense Shelton
Sharon Stroud
Patrick Tritt
Jane Shenk
Richard Stuck
Terry Truhlar
Sylvia Shortt
Kalena Stull
Tuckston United Methodist Church
John Shouf
David Suggs
Melissa Tufts
Carley Sibley
Joyce Sundling
Wayne Turnbull
Judy Sikes
Stephen Suplee
Brad Turner
Silver Angels
Anne and David Sweaney
Charlie and Kateri Turner
Michael Simpson
Heather Sweaney Tracy
Turner Family Foundation
Thomas Simpson
Synovus
Sara Tweedell
Denise Sims
Talmage Terrace - Lanier Gardens
Daniel Tyree
Martha Sims
Vince and Carol Tamborello
UGA Office of Service Learning
Michelle and Harold Sims
Marcy Tanner
Ludwig Uhlig
Ronald Sladky
Melodie Tanner
Eddie VanWinkle
Catherine Slaughter
Claire Tardy
Betty Varnadore
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Fund
Boards
Fund
FY20 SUPPORTERS Mimi Vickers
Michelle Yancich
Abbie Vogt
Margaret Yehle
Patricia Voytik
Christopher Young
W&A Engeneering
Mary Young
John Wagner
Sandra Young
Lily Waldron
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
Eleanor Walker
Pamela Zohar
Robert Wall
Magdalena Zurawski
Carol Wallace Erin Wallace Don and Nancy Walton Betty Ward Connie Ward Amy Ware Richard Warner Robert Warnock Tiffany Washington Debra Watson Michelle Watson Terri Watts Bengi Weber Gene Weeks
THANK YOU TO OUR SUPERHERO SUPPORTERS!
Ison Weems John Wellons Brandi Werther Jef Whatley
TODAY...
Joe and Hilda White Karen White Julia Wiley Edward Williams Geraldine Williams
SOMEONE HAD ENOUGH FOOD TO EAT
Megan Williams Sara Williamson Rosetta Willingham John Willis
SOMEONE WAS SAFE IN THEIR HOME
Willis Towers Watson Terry and Brenda Wimpey Delores Windate Robert and Carol Winthrop
SOMEONE GOT TO THEIR DOCTOR
Joe Wisenbaker Women's Healthcare Associates Patricia Wong Jennifer Wood
SOMEONE KNEW THEY WERE CARED FOR
Anna Woodall Rosemary Woodel Joan Woods Reginald and Brenda Woods
SOMEONE'S DAY WAS BETTER
Bonnie Wooten John Workman Charles Worthy Rod Wright
BECAUSE OF YOU.
Lihong Xie Patricia Yager
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COMMUNITY PARTNERS It is with profound appreciation that we thank the following for their unwavering support of ACCA, our mission and the clients we so proudly serve.
ACCA'S 2020 CHAMPIONS FOR AGING WELL
EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS Due to COVID-19, our March for Meals 5K was held virtually in 2020 with 98 virtual participants. Our retroProm was postponed. In addition to those listed above, we would like to thank the following sponsors for their event support despite the unforeseen changes:
DePalma's Italian Cafe Paul and Carol Kurtz Last Resort Grill
We look forward to reconvening in person for our events when we are able to do so! 26
STAFF RESPONSE TO COVID-19 ACCA superheroes don't wear capes. They are a special group of dedicated people who show up to work with one goal: to ensure that the older adults we serve are not alone. We will do whatever it takes to assist in times of need!
“Even with everything going on in the world and in our personal lives, we as a team were able to keep ACCA's mission at the forefront to serve record-breaking numbers of people.”
NIKAELA FREDERICK, CAL WELLNESS COORDINATOR
“I am so thankful to work with some of the most passionate and positive people. Seeing everyone pitch in during these hard times makes me more motivated to continue doing our work and serving the community.”
MICHAEL ASH, SCEP PROGRAM DIRECTOR
“I have felt nothing - absolutely nothing - but support from other staff during COVID. My role has changed a lot and as the point person on "all things food." I 100% claim that we would not have been successful without the hard work and good attitudes of all our staff. We have a team with amazing hearts and people who just flat out get the job done.”
LESLIE TRIER, DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
“ACCA has proven repeatedly that the dedication and the love of the people we jointly serve will prevail. Our roles may be very different and of late may be in a constant state of fluidity however at the core of this team is service. I am honored to be a part of ACCA.”
ANGELA CHAVOUS, LONG TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM - AUGUSTA "We had just hired an activity aide in Winder who was here one week before we closed for COVID. To this day, she is still here showing up every day and doing whatever is asked of her. I think that is a testament to the dedication that our staff show to the agency. My team is showing up and doing what is asked of them. Some of the tasks are not in their typical job description duties so I am proud of how they have been able to adapt to a constantly changing environment as COVID goes on."
JESSICA BANKSTON, WINDER ADULT DAY HEALTH PROGRAM COORDINATOR 27
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED We can face any challenge with determination, resiliency and a lot of heart. That is what we do at ACCA. We truly believe there is a superhero in all of us and together, as an ACCA family, we can do so much more to help our community age well and live well.
Even during these times, you can:
VOLUNTEER. We are always looking for amazing community members to support our work. We have adapted these opportunities so you can safely participate. From contactless delivery of meals, to teaching a virtual class, to becoming a phone buddy to a senior, we will make sure to find the right place for your skills and comfort level!
DONATE. With your help, it’s possible for ACCA to continue fighting senior hunger and social isolation, offer health and wellness activities, support to caregivers, provide meals and care to homebound older adults, engage older adults in job training and so much more. Philanthropic support is vital to sustain all of ACCA’s programs until we can safely reopen.
SPONSOR. Your local business or community group can invest in our mission and be a part of our impact on older adults in our community. Your support will be recognized year-round through our communication platforms.
PARTNER. This year has been a testament that we can do significantly more for less when we partner with others in our community who share our mission. Please reach out to us if you are interested in partnering with ACCA!
FOLLOW. Like us on Facebook and Instagram. Stay posted on all of the amazing things ACCA has going on. Become our friend! @ACCaging
For more ways to get involved call us at 706.549.4850