FAQs

There is NO cost to become a member of 50 North if you live in Hancock County. (Out of County fee is $40 per household, annually)

Come to 50 North during business hours and fill out our membership form. You may also take a tour at that time.

Yes, if they are over the age of 50 or are a caregiver.

63% of budget is funded by senior services and maintenance of facilities levy, 37% from service and program fees and the rest by grants and donations.

Reduced rates are available through our financial assistance program; contact the Outreach Department for more information.

Yes, we have $7 Meals. You can choose between the large salad of the week or a hot meal and a drink.

No, however, our Outreach department can refer you to an agency that can help you.

Yes

Yes, we offer day passes for $11 in the Wellness Center.

Yes, each new member goes through an assessment during our Initial Consultation with one of our Fitness & Wellness staff members to begin an exercise routine.

No, not at this time.

No, each class is first come, first serve.

No, our Chore Services Department only provides services to a senior that allows them to remain safely in their homes.

Household and home maintenance is available to help older adults live safely and independently in their homes.

Minor Home Repairs

• Basic plumbing and electrical needs
• Basic carpentry and lock installation
• Install disability grab bars
• Repair, paint or stain wood decks
• Build handicap ramps and install hand railing
• Exterior household chores and cleaning

Seasonal Services

• Lawn mowing
• Yard work
• Snow removal
• Winterizing doors and windows
• Power washing and window washing

Housekeeping

• Dusting
• Sweep, vacuum & mop floors
• Clean kitchen & bathrooms

50 North will purchase necessary supplies and materials needed and invoice the homeowner for the cost.

Contact the Chore Department at 419-423-8496 extension 105 to talk to the Chore Manager.

We offer both free and fee-based. Some classes require a small fee to accommodate the expense incurred.

Yes, and we recommend to members that they sign up quickly. Our Programs and Activities classes fill up.

Either sign up with Member Services desk or follow the instructions to sign up online.

No, we only offer assistance for 50 North Services.

Yes, but only if they are over the age of 50 or a caregiver taking care of a family member with a disability.

Yes

Yes

Yes, the following policies are in place:

• Reserves the right to cancel a program due to low enrollment or other circumstances which would make the program non-viable.
• If 50 North cancels a program due to fewer people than five people registered prior to three business days of the event, participants will be offered a full refund.
• 50 North has the option of cancelling a trip 75 days prior to the trip if less than 30 people are registered, participants will be offered a full refund.
• Should circumstances arise that result in postponement of an event, 50 North has the right to either issue a full refund or transfer registration to the same program at the new, future date.

An intake appointment must be completed so a licensed social worker can review services, address questions, and complete any necessary paperwork.

No

There is no charge for appointments with our social workers. 50 North charges fees for some activities, chores, café, mobile meals, Emergency Response Systems, and fitness and wellness memberships.

Financial assistance is available and determined by a sliding fee scale based on family size and income.

Older adults 50 and older in Hancock County. Approvals are made on an individual need and are based on a sliding fee scale with total household income and number of dependents taken into consideration. The scale assists in determining the amount of financial assistance provided.

No. 50 North believes a strong sense of ownership and pride is developed when the financial assistance recipient contributes to some portion of the cost. 50 North also believes in giving a hand up and not a hand out.

Contact the Outreach Department at 419-423-8496. An easy 3 step application form is required.

Once the application and required documents have been submitted to 50 North, your application will be reviewed and the process could take one week and you will received a letter indicating if you have been approved and your final cost.

• Assistance – answer questions and fill out paperwork for services such as housing, disability, social security, SNAP, etc.
• Check-in Service – an individual who does not have family members living close by, lives alone, or has a cognitive or physical disability can enroll. A volunteer will call enrolled members Monday through Friday.
• Counseling – our case managers work with members and their family to connect with Century Health for counseling.
• Emergency Response Systems Program – provided through a grant from The Community Foundation. This program will provide emergency call systems to individuals who do not qualify to receive one through Passport and any other program.
• Financial Assistance – is available for café, mobile meals, chores, mowing, snow removal, housekeeping, emergency response system and fitness. Determined by a sliding fee scale based on family size and income.
• Foot Care Clinics- scheduled 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at Fox Run by a registered nurse.
• Health Screenings – Blood Pressure checks are scheduled the 1st and 3rd Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Marathon Café.
• Legal Aid – schedule an appointment with a Legal Aid of Western Ohio attorney. Appointments scheduled quarterly.
• Medical Equipment Loan – Durable medical equipment and supplies are available for loan.
• Medicare Programs – Representatives of Ohio Department of Insurance give presentations to provide information and answer questions for anyone who is already receiving Medicare, or will be eligible soon.
• Nutrition – assistance with farmer’s market vouchers, senior dining program, grocery delivery, mobile meals and 50 North scholarships for 50 North’s Café.
• Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) – Trained OSHIIP license social workers answer questions and give information about Medicaid, Medicare, Medicare Part D Prescription, and Supplemental Insurances.
• Powerful Tools for Caregiver Series – a six-week workshop helps caregivers develop tools and strategies to face the challenges of caregiving.
• Support Groups – Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and Diabetes are scheduled monthly.
• Transportation – Tickets for HATS local transportation are available monthly. Transportation for out of county doctor’s appointment available through HATS and Area Agency on Aging Area 3 Find-A-Ride program.
• Volunteer Guardianship Program – Screened and Trained Volunteer Guardians assist individuals in need of a guardian (of the person). A collaborative program with Hancock County Probate Court.

By volunteering at 50 North, not only will you make new friends and share a feeling of camaraderie with staff and fellow volunteers, you will make a difference in the lives of adults in your community.

We currently need: Mobile Meal Drivers and Mobile Meals Packers.

There is a Volunteer form on our website or you can come to 50 North and pick one up. Our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you.

Yes, before driving for 50 North, our volunteers have submitted references, attended an orientation class, and successfully completed a background check.