Contact the Senior Center at 989.348.7123 for information on upcoming special events
The Grayling Community Garden is open to all residents of Crawford County regardless of age.
The garden is located at the corner of Madsen and Mary Ann Streets, made available courtesy of the Carl W. Borchers Post Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) #3736, and the Seator Family. The garden is sponsored by the local VFW, the Crawford County Commission on Aging, Michigan State University Extension, Crawford County Christian Help Center, and Huron Pines.
The garden season typically runs from early May through late October. Individual plots are available for individuals and groups on a first-come, first-served basis, for a fee of $25 per plot. Sign-ups occur in the spring, with priority given to returning gardeners, until all plots are filled. Plot fee waivers are available upon request. Plots will vary in size depending on the amount of interest and space. Perks include 8′ deer fence, automatic sprinklers, and organic fertilizer. The Grayling Community Garden is always seeking volunteers to help with garden projects and tending community plots. Community plots are used to grow food to share with the community, distributed by local nonprofit organizations to help feed individuals and families in Crawford County.
If you are interested in volunteering or reserving a plot, registration is required. Please click here (https://www.crawfordcoa.org/special-programs/grayling-community-garden-registration) for the online registration form. To inquire about a fee waiver or more information about the garden, please e-mail the garden leadership team at graylinggarden@gmail.com. For any other questions, you may call the Crawford County Commission on Aging Senior Center at (989) 348-7123, or visit the front desk at 4388 West M-72 Hwy, in Grayling.
The cost of the service is $25. Please bring your own towels (2) and a foot basin to soak your feet in. The foot clinic will take place at the Crawford County Commission on Aging and Senior Center, located at 4388 W. M-72 HWY, in Grayling. Service is for Crawford County residents age 60+. Call 989-348-7123 to make an appointment.
Kinship Care – Are you age 55+ and caring for a child 18 years of age or younger? We may be able to help. The National Family Caregiver Support Program offers assistance through Kinship. Families can receive funding for
clothes, camps, tutoring, music lessons, sports, counseling, school supplies, scouting, and church trips. Funded activities should enhance the family environment and/or individual self-esteem or relate to the reduction of negative behaviors or poor performance in school/social settings.
Legal Advice with Jason Thompson
Appointments are on the 3rd Thursday of the Month from 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, unless otherwise posted. Dates may change due to Jason’s availability. Please contact the Crawford County Commission on Aging to schedule an appointment. Consultations are by appointment only for Crawford County residents who are age 60 and older. The sessions will last between 20 and 30 minutes.
Prescription Drug Disposal – Guidelines for Proper Disposal of Prescription, Over-the-Counter and Pet Medications, including Injectables, Patches, Inhalers and Powders. Always bring in prescription medicine in the same bottle or package it was purchased
in. Once you reach the disposal site, you can use a black marker
to remove personal information or remove the label. Or pills can be transferred to a zip-lock bag once you reach the disposal site. To prevent spillage, place the entire bottle of any liquid medicine in a zip-lock bag. Drop Box Locations: Crawford County Sheriff’s Department, Grayling City Hall & The Grayling Pharmacy.
Pet Assistance Program:
Are you a low-income older adult who needs help with veterinary bills? If so, the Pet Assistance Program may be able to help you. You must be 60 years of age or older and a resident of Crawford County.
