TOLEDO, Ohio — As winter temperatures continue to drop across Northwest Ohio, the Area Office on Aging of Northwestern Ohio is reminding residents that financial help is available to manage heating ...

The IRS is awarding $53 million in 2026 to expand free tax preparation through VITA and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs.

These are unprecedented times. Given the number of cuts to government programs since January 2025, those who count on essential services are in a pinch. If you need food, medical supplies, or are ...

The spending bills effectively freeze funding for most programs aimed at supporting older adults. In some cases, the measures raised spending by small amounts.

A set of federally funded programs offers emergency assistance to low‑income residents and seniors struggling with rising ...