New and Upcoming

Featured Event

Race to the finish at the 5K Run/Walk & 1 Mile Walk The fourth annual 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Run is set for Sunday August 29, 2010 at Towson University's Johnny Unitas Stadium in parking lot 20.  Awards will go to the top three men and women overall and in all age categories. Additional prizes including random prizes, largest team, and most money raised will also be awarded.  Registrations are now open by mail or the web. Register individually or form a team for your senior center, company or group to show your commitment to senior fitness!

Audition for Senior Idol 2010

Calling all singers!  It’s time for the 6^th annual Senior Idol contest, which shows off the great singing talent in our community. Any Baltimore County resident age 60 and over can join in by visiting one of these three Senior Idol audition sites:

• Friday, July 9 at 1 p.m. at Liberty Senior Center
• Friday, August 6 at 1 p.m. at Seven Oaks Senior Center
• Tuesday, September 14 at 1 p.m. at Bykota Senior Center

The lucky Senior Idol audition finalists will be performing on Thursday, October 7 at 2 p.m. at the Baltimore County Senior Expo held at the Timonium Fairgrounds. A grand prize winner will be selected at this event to receive a lovely “evening on the town” prize with theater tickets, restaurant meal, and more. To enter the contest, make a reservation at one of the audition sites. For more information call 410-887-2040.         

Frequently Requested Services

• Housing Options
  Find information about nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or other housing options, including listings of facilities in Baltimore County.
• Senior Centers
  The 19 senior centers located throughout Baltimore County serve as community focal points for programs, activities and services for County residents age 60 and older and their spouses.
• Transportation
  CountyRide is a transportation program providing service to Baltimore County residents 60 years of age and over, disabled residents aged 21 through 59 and those living in the rural area.
• Volunteer
  Baltimore County Volunteers has launched a partnership with Volunteer Solutions and the United Way to help you volunteer. Search for volunteer opportunities that match your skills and interests.
• Travel Opportunities
  Check the travel calendar for a list of upcoming travel opportunities.
• Employment Opportunities
  Find out what your options are as a mature worker in Baltimore County.
• Caregivers Information
  The Department of Aging Caregivers Program offers a variety of resources to help family caregivers to provide good care for older relatives, while also taking care of themselves.
• E-Newsletters
  Sign-up to receive informative e-newsletters such as IMPACT for volunteers and Caregiver Connection.

Contact Us

For information or comments, contact: the Department of Aging via e-mail or call 410-887-2594.

At the left, please find links to valuable information guides and services offered to senior citizens and their families by the Baltimore County Department of Aging.

• Latest information about closings or late openings of seniors centers and CountyRide due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
  
• Visit Aging's informative website, Taking Care of Mom and Dad, and find copies of two of the Department of Aging's newest publications: It May Be Your Third Largest Purchase is an informative discussion of funeral planning; A Legal Guide for the Aging Family discusses a myriad of topics, from Grandparent's Rights to Advance Directives.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Baltimore County Department of Aging is to develop and administer programs and activities that support Baltimore County senior citizens in their efforts to remain healthy, active, and independent members of the community and to provide, coordinate, and advocate for services which ensure the highest quality of life for both active and health-impaired seniors, their families, and caregivers.

Revised July 8, 2010