On Monday, May 4, the Coalition for Senior Citizens reviewed feedback from its recent aging adult resource fair and discussed upcoming senior activities, outreach efforts, and ongoing programs during its monthly meeting.
Board members reflected on the March 26 resource fair, describing it as successful and noting strong participation and community interest. They discussed possible improvements for future fairs, including adjusting the schedule to better coordinate with the senior center's lunch service, increasing outreach, and starting planning earlier. Members also considered whether the fair should be held annually or multiple times per year.
Additional discussion focused on feedback from attendees, vendors, and board members. Suggestions included adding more medically related services, hearing providers, and possibly dental participation. Members also talked about improving advertising through flyers, radio promotion, mailing lists, and social media outreach. Some participants felt there were too many sweet snacks and suggested offering more savory options. The board also discussed sending thank‑you notes to participating organizations and vendors and exploring custom coalition cards for future events.
Board members reviewed the coalition’s afternoon movie program for seniors and discussed ways to improve advertising and attendance. Ideas included placing flyers at local businesses, the library, and retirement communities, and promoting screenings through Facebook and email lists. Members said turnout often depends on the movie selection and noted that seniors enjoy the free soda, popcorn, and social atmosphere.
The board also approved reimbursing $176.34 for vending machine supplies. Members discussed changing the reimbursement process so requests would not need to be presented to the full board each meeting, and suggested adding a future agenda item to formally authorize the change.
The coalition also talked about ideas for future senior activities and holiday events, including handing out carnations for Mother’s Day and organizing another root beer float event. Members discussed planning a future event around the Fourth of July and transportation needs, including possible van use for senior activities.
During old business, members received an update on the “Pay It Forward” program and noted that the coalition was not selected this year. They agreed to keep the program on future agendas and continue pursuing the opportunity.
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