ANGOLA, IN - The Steuben County Council on Aging, Inc. will be opening a Senior Safe Shop for all residents 60 and older. The community action plan is a partnership the COA has launched with the help of the Steuben County United Way and Fairview Missionary Church. The shop will be open every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting April 21st. The service will be located at the gym entrance of Fairview Missionary Church.

Organizers say designated areas will be set up to allow senior residents to pick up essential items including foods, toiletries, paper supplies, laundry
supplies, medical essentials and water. The COA says this offers “a safe, controlled environment by placing a limit on the number of people entering”.

The COA assures all staff and volunteers will take precautionary measures before entering to work. A shopping checklist will be provided for seniors to complete so items can potentially be available, and will allow for orders to be pre-packaged for curbside pick-up or delivered.

In addition, a space will be designated to assist and educate seniors on setting up accounts and placing online orders for pick up or delivery where those services are available. The COA’s STAR Transportation is also now providing delivery of groceries to homes under COVID-19 FTA Guidelines.

For any resident in the county wanting delivery service, please contact STAR Transportation at 260-665-9856. Service will be available Tuesday-Thursday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Donations for deliveries are greatly appreciated in order to continue to provide this needed service.

Through a grant made possible by the Steuben County United Way, the Council on Aging has already purchased items from local stores to continue to support the community. Those interested in donating to the essential store or would like to volunteer, should contact the Steuben County Council on Aging (260-665-8191).