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Franklin County Receives Second $48,000 Donation To Support Area Senior Centers

Area Agency on Aging

September 04, 2026

Pictured (from left): Franklin County Commissioner John Flannery, Commissioner Chairman Dean Horst, PA Health and Wellness Member Retention Specialist Gina Colon, PA Health and Wellness Director of Marketing Rob Cooper, Franklin County Senior Center Director Victoria Ballantine and Commissioner Bob Ziobrowski

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. – On Wednesday, the Franklin County Commissioners accepted a $48,000 contribution from PA Health and Wellness to support each of the county’s eight senior activity centers. With that donation, PA Health and Wellness has now donated $96,000 to Franklin County’s senior centers in 2026.

The donation supports senior activities and needs, including the Franklin County Area Agency on Aging’s annual Fall Fest and holiday parties, senior center equipment and offsets other expenses.

“We are grateful for PA Health and Wellness’s continued generosity toward our senior centers,” said Franklin County Commissioner Chairman Dean Horst. “Their contributions this year have enabled us to keep serving our older residents, even as we navigate financial challenges and budget constraints.”

PA Health and Wellness began working with Franklin County’s Area Agency on Aging in early 2024 and now provides programing at all eight senior centers.

“PA Health and Wellness is proud to support Franklin County’s continued commitment to supporting seniors, senior centers and programs that serve older Pennsylvanians,” said Rob Cooper, PA Health and Wellness director of marketing. “These efforts are making a real difference by helping older adults stay connected, active, independent and engaged in their communities. Investing in seniors strengthens communities, reduces isolation and promotes health and well-being. Franklin County is showing what’s possible when we prioritize older Pennsylvanians and ensure they have the support and opportunities they need to thrive.”

To learn more about Franklin County’s senior centers, including details on upcoming programs, activity calendars and the centers’ monthly lunch menu, visit www.franklincountypa.gov/senior-centers.