Talbot County, Maryland

05/28/2025

Category: Commission on Aging

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Talbot Hospice provided information during the 2025 Senior Resource Fair.

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Jenna Marchi and Brenda Stone are both members of the planning team behind the Resource Fair.

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Talbot County Free Library provided information on programs available at both of their locations at the Resource Fair.

More than 200 community members attended the 2025 Senior Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 21, at the Easton Volunteer Fire Department. With over 30 vendors on site and a variety of free health services, the event offered a valuable one-stop-shop for older adults, caregivers, and families seeking resources to support healthy and connected aging.

Attendees took advantage of complimentary health screenings, including balance assessments, Hepatitis C testing, and HIV testing, provided by local health partners. More than 20 raffle prizes were awarded throughout the day, and food was provided by Catering by Jaime’s awesome team.

“This fair is all about empowering our senior community,” said Grace Lyons,  Commission Member and Community Relations Director at Candle Light Cove. “By bringing together local providers, health services, and information in one place, we’re helping seniors live healthier, safer, and more independent lives.”

The Talbot County Commission on Aging extends its gratitude to the Easton Volunteer Fire Department for generously hosting the event, and to the local media outlets who helped share the word: Shore Living Magazine, The Talbot Spy, and Attraction Magazine.

“A special thank-you also goes to the many vendors who made this year’s fair possible, and to the Talbot County Council for their continued support,” said Jenna Marchi, Vice Chair of the Commission. “Especially Council Member Lynn Mielke, who serves as our County Council liaison member and is an active member of the commission.”

In addition to the annual fair, the Commission on Aging continues its commitment to supporting older adults through year-round initiatives. These include efforts in partnership with the Talbot County Council to address the growing number of seniors facing homelessness in the region.

Other upcoming programs include the Mobile Integrated Health (MIH) Drive in October and the Senior Supply Drive in February, which collects essential items in collaboration with Talbot County Health Department Adult Services and local businesses.

“We’re proud of the turnout this year and encouraged by the community support,” said Rachel Smith, Chair of the Commission. “We look forward to building on this momentum and expanding services for seniors across Talbot County.”

For more information about upcoming programs or to get involved, please visit https://www.talbotcountymd.gov/coa or email commissiononaging@talbotcountymd.gov.

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