Washington County Council on Aging

01/15/2026

Stay Warm - Keep Safe

1/15: With the colder temperatures lasting through the weekend, you may use alternate heating sources to warm up your home.

❗️ Avoid using unsafe heating devices & have a CO alarm
🔥 Keep flammables 3ft+ away from heating sources
😴 Never leave space heaters unattended or on while asleep
🔌 Never plug space heaters into an extension cord or power strip

01/14/2026

🩺 A Medicare Moment
Presented by Advantage Aging Solutionss & the Florida SHINE Program

Did you know there is a special time to make changes to your Medicare Advantage Plan?

📅 Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment
January 1 – March 31

Contact the Elder Helpline at 800-963-5337 or our office at 850-638-6216 for more information.

01/13/2026

Heads up, friends!

There will be no exercise class on Thursday, January 15th.
We will miss seeing you, but take this time to rest, stretch at home, and stay well.

We will be back together next week and ready to move again! 💪

01/10/2026

2026 is starting strong and January is looking like a good kind of busy in The Hive at WCCOA. 💙

Games, exercise, dancing, bingo, crafts, movie day, coffee socials, birthday celebrations, and lots of time just being together. Every day has a little something to look forward to.

We also love mixing fun with learning. Guest speakers, health programs, and community partners help us bring great resources to our seniors.

If you are a business, organization, or group that would like to share a program or helpful information, call and get on the schedule. We love bringing in all the resources for our seniors.

Our calendar is always growing so call 850-638-6216 for updates.

Printed copies are available for pickup in the lobby!

See you soon!

01/09/2026

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Each Monday and Thursday morning, a familiar rhythm fills a large room at First Baptist Church of Chipley as seniors gather for an exercise class that has become a meaningful part of their week. Offered through the Washington County Council on Aging (WCCOA), the class focuses on strength, balance, f...

01/08/2026

We are incredibly thankful for our village! It’s going to be a great day!

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, several community events are taking place to celebrate Dr. King’s life and legacy. The annual MLK Day of Service, organized by Chipley Mayor Tracy Andrews, will be held at the Washington County Council on Aging (WCCOA), located at 1348 South Boulevard in Chi...

01/08/2026

First Bingo of 2026 🌟
The Hive is buzzing this afternoon and we are enjoying every bit of the laughter that is floating down these halls!

Thank you Mrs. Paula and Emerald Coast Hospice for bringing the fun!

And just a heads up… those orange walls are officially on borrowed time!

Stay tuned!

01/08/2026

Millie’s Mobile Market is here today until 1pm!!

Stop by and get fresh produce for a fraction of the cost!

Thank you Feeding the Gulf Coast for making us one of your stops!

**This mobile market is open to ALL of the public!

01/05/2026

Our first full week of 2026 is officially in full swing here at WCCOA.

On December 31st, we rang in the New Year a little early at our Noon Year’s Eve celebration in The Hive, and it was just the kind of fun we needed.

We closed out 2025 surrounded by friends, laughter, and plenty of noise as we counted down to noon with horns and smiles all around. We took a fun trip through time watching New York City’s ball drops, from the very first one in 1908 all the way to 2025, and loved seeing how much has changed through the years.

Lunch was full of tradition and comfort including black eyed peas, fresh collards, and cornbread, and the room was filled with conversation and good company.

Unfortunately, there are not many pictures because we were too busy enjoying the moment.

We are looking ahead to 2026 with full hearts and excitement as we continue building community together here at The WCCOA Hive. 💛

We hope to see you here soon!

12/24/2025

🎄 Holiday Closure Notice 🎄

The Washington County Council on Aging will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day as we spend time with family and loved ones.

We wish you a peaceful and joyful Christmas filled with love, and look forward to seeing everyone again FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26th. 💛

12/19/2025

What a beautiful time of celebration we shared last Tuesday!

The room was filled with laughter, music, good food, and the kind of joy that only comes from being together. From sweet conversations to full tables and smiling faces, it was a reminder of just how special this Christmas season is and how meaningful community can be.

We are so grateful for everyone who helped make A Season to Shine a wonderful time for everyone and for our seniors who bring so much heart and life into everything we do. It was more than just a time to gather. It was about connection, making memories, and taking time to celebrate one another. And we did just that!

We loved every moment and are thankful to have shared it with such an incredible group. 🎄💛