Aiken Area Council on Aging Marks Growth and Croft House
The Aiken Area Council on Aging began in 1969 with volunteers led by Margaret Koch and became official in 1972 with Koch as executive director. It evolved from information referral to housing, nutrition, and outreach, notably opening Croft House for seniors 62 and older and delivering over 16 thousand meals to homebound elders.
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Council on Aging grows with volunteers and programs in Aiken
The Aiken County Council on Aging expanded to 35 employees and 250 volunteers supporting Meals on Wheels Pairs and Spares Green Thumb and Croft House. Executive director Mrs Koch is leaving, to be replaced by Phyllis Pellarin with strong USC Aiken ties and social work credentials.
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Pairs and Spares
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Aiken County
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Laurens and Park
SEDA
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Catonsville
Phyllis G
Daniel) Pellarin
University of South Carolina
Council On Aging
Where's A Careless Smoker If Needed
A humorous winter guide to starting a fireplace fire emphasizes avoiding careless smokers. It notes that old newspapers rarely burn, only unread inserts with rubber bands catch, and warns against unseasoned wood and improper oxygen. It also joke-advocates using various kindsling and even old household items to spark flames.
Daily Sunshine Calls Stir Debates Over Work Time
A column of letters debates whether brief phone chats with at home should be allowed at work. Proponents praise morale boosts from “sunshine” calls, while critics warn time is money and suggest limited or lunch-hour contact to avoid productivity losses.
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