Tax Assistance
The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides in-person and virtual tax assistance to anyone free of charge with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50. Tax-Aide volunteers are located nationwide, and are trained and IRS-certified every year. The Cass County COA is proud to partner with the AARP... (read more)
In Memory of Dave Hoger
The COA extends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Dave Hoger. Dave was the driving force behind the creation of our Handy Helpers program. Over several years, Dave volunteered thousands of hours building wheelchair accessible ramps for Cass County seniors in need. He has been... (read more)
SilverSneakers at the COA
Does your Medicare Supplemental plan include Silver Sneakers? SilverSneakers is a free fitness program for seniors that’s helping millions of people on Medicare defy the odds, shatter stereotypes and answer every challenge with, “I can do this!” If your Medicare health plan, Medicare... (read more)
Free Mindful Meditation Zoom Course
Start the new year with a new paradigm approach to interacting with others, your environment, and yourself. Eventbrite: Main Class https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mindfulness-honey-zoom-course-in-integrative-mindfulness-meditation-tickets-184886589767 Use Code: COA2022 for 100% off About this... (read more)
Weather Closings
“Whether” we like it or not, winter is here. With the possibility of bad weather in the near future, we would like to remind everyone about the COA’s inclement weather policy. Any announcements of the COA’s closure will be made on the COA website, our Facebook page, and local television stations... (read more)
Embracing Change
It has been said that the only guarantee in life is that everything will eventually change. There are a lot of us in this world who cringe at the idea that everything we know and are comfortable with will eventually be subject to change or even loss. There are others who welcome the inevitable,... (read more)
Fitness Specials
Unlimited group fitness classes are now available for one low price! For only $40/month you will have access to over 60 in-person fitness classes offered at 2 locations (excluding yoga). A new, all-inclusive rate will give you the flexibility to finally make your work-out a priority in the New... (read more)
Upcoming Holiday Closures
“Whether” we like it or not, winter is here. With the possibility of bad weather in the near future, we would like to remind everyone about the COA’s inclement weather policy. Any announcements of the COA’s closure will be made on local television stations as well as on the COA website (CassCOA.... (read more)
It’s Cookie Time
With the holidays upon us, one of my favorite traditions is baking and sharing all of the yummy cookies with friends and family. I remember visiting my grandmother and when walking into her dining room, seeing a glass tiered stand filled with the most beautiful cookies sitting on her table. As a... (read more)
DUS superintendent talks teacher contracts, pandemic during COA's Spill the Beans Q&A
Teachers, parents, students and community members had the opportunity to voice their concerns to the board as a whole at Monday’s Dowagiac School Board meeting. For some, the frustration expressed during the meeting only led to more questions. Those residents were afforded the opportunity... (read more)
