Wood County Committee on Aging, Inc.

The Wood County Committee on Aging (WCCOA) is a 501 (C)(3) non-profit organization. Our goal is to help older adults maintain their independence and improve their quality of life. The WCCOA encourages engagement in lifelong learning opportunities, health and wellness programs, supports an active lifestyle, and provides meals and social services throughout Wood County. Centers are located in Bowling Green, Perrysburg, Walbridge, Rossford, Pemberville, Wayne, Grand Rapids and North Baltimore.

Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Poetry Contest Winners - 2014

The Wood County Committee on Aging held its ninth annual poetry banquet and drew in 22 entries from all over Wood County. The poems reflected the individual’s personal feelings about life, hope, dreams and love, which celebrated the heart and souls of the participants as they have enjoyed “Life’s Moments.”

The declared winner was Nancy Jean from Perrysburg, Ohio author of “And We Grow.” The second place winner was Larry E. Slaughterbeck from North Baltimore, Ohio with his poem entitled, “A Plastic Cream Colored Philco.” Colleen Dunn of Bowling Green received an Honorable Mention for her work entitled, “God’s Children.”

Congratulations to all of the participants!