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OCTOBER 30 - NOVEMBER 12, 2026
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Genesis HealthCare System raises minimum SENIOR
wage to $16.50 per hour CENTER

Open interview events on Nov. 4 and Dec. 2 MENU
SUBMITTED
Genesis HealthCare System is esis,” said Matthew Perry, President 6 p.m. at 1246 Ashland Ave., Zanes- Lunch is served Monday through Friday
increasing its minimum wage to and CEO of Genesis HealthCare Sys- ville. Community members will have each week. Reservations are required
$16.50 per hour for entry-level po- tem. “We have opportunities to set the opportunity to meet with hiring by 9 am for lunch by calling the The Cen-
sitions, creating new opportunities you on a path to grow and create a leaders, learn about available posi- ter at 740-454-9761. There is a suggest-
for individuals seeking meaningful future that you want.” tions and explore career opportuni- ed donation of $3.00 for lunch. Menu is
careers in healthcare and support To connect job seekers with career ties at Genesis. subject to change without notice.
services. opportunities, Genesis will host open For more information or to apply
“You don’t have to have healthcare interview events on Wednesday, Nov. online, visit genesishcs.org/careers. Friday, October 30
experience to build a career at Gen- 4, and Wednesday, Dec. 2, from 2 to HOT DOG, BAKED BEANS,
COLESLAW, BAKED APPLES
New Concord Veterans Day Important Monday, November 2
MEATBALL SUB, TATER TOTS,
Program to be held Nov. 11 information ITALIAN BLEND VEGGIES, PEACHES

The John and Annie Glenn Muse- local strings group. Afterwards, enjoy released by Tuesday, November 3
CLOSED - ELECTION DAY
um, 72 W. Main St. in New Concord, a free tour of the museum and learn
will be hosting this year’s New Con- the history of the home where Astro- FEMA for those Wednesday, November 5
cord Veterans day program on No- naut John Glenn grew up, right here CHICKEN NOODLES, TOSSED
vember 11th, 2026 from 10:15 A.M. in New Concord. SALAD, PEAS & CARROTS, WARM
to 11:11 A.M. We invite veterans, For additional information, email affected by APPLESAUCE
their families, and the community to information.maem@gmail.com or
join us for cake and coffee, a short call 740-826-3305. recent flooding Thursday, November 6
service, and a performance from a COUNTRY FRIED STEAK, MASHED
POTATOES, LIMA BEANS, COOKIE
The Center’s Grab & Go Meal Read Your FEMA Letter Friday, November 6
Program launches in Dresden Carefully to Understand Your BBQ CHICKEN, HERB POTATOES,

Next Steps in the FEMA BROCCOLI & CHEESE, MIXED FRUIT
The Center is introducing a Grab place your reservation. Participants
& Go program at the Bonnie Long- may pick up one balanced, pre-pack- Process Monday, November 9
aberger Senior Center in November. aged meal per day, Monday through SWISS STEAK, CHEESEY MASHED
The program is open to all aged 60 Friday 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (meals SUBMITTED POTATOES, GREEN BEANS,
and better though individuals under must be reserved in advance). For PINEAPPLE
60 may also participate for a small those aged 60 and better, there is If you applied for FEMA assistance
additional fee. a suggested donation of $3.00 per you will receive a letter by mail or Tuesday, November 10
To receive a meal call the Center meal. For individuals under the age BEEF N CHEDDAR SANDWICH,
n the business day before pickup to of 60, a required fee of $5.50 per email. If the letter says you are “not BAKED POTATO, CORN, TROPICAL
meal applies. approved” for assistance, it does not FRUIT
mean that you won’t receive assis-
Stop the Bleed For more information, to reserve tance. Wednesday, November 11
a meal, or to inquire about pickup
CLOSED - VETERANS DAY
times, please contact the Center at It is important to read the letter
Training (740) 454-9761. or visit our website carefully because it will include the Thursday, November 12
www.mccfs.org.
amount of money FEMA may provide
Participate in free community and information on the appropriate HAM & BEAN SOUP, POTATO
WEDGES, WARM PEACHES, WARM
training on controlling life-threaten- Gospel Sings use of that money. The letter will APPLESAUCE, CORNBREAD
ing bleeding. The training is Thurs- also explain your application status
day, Nov. 19, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Nov. 6 - First Baptist Church Dresden and advise what you need to do to Friday, November 13
Genesis Hospital meeting room D. Nov. 13 - New Hope (Adamsville) appeal if you disagree with the deci- TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE,
Registration is required by going to Nov. 20 - First Baptist Church Dresden sion. BROCCOLI, MIXED VEGETABLES,
genesishcs.org, Your Health, Classes Nov. 27 - First Baptist Church Dresden Often, you only need to send ad- MANDARIN ORANGES
& Events and Stop the Bleed. Space All Gospel Sings start at 7pm. ditional information or supporting
is limited. For questions call Mary Lee at 740-624-3985 documentation for FEMA to continue Please refer to www.mccfs.org/
reviewing your application for finan- Nutrition/Menu for further information.
Genesis and CareSource reach cial assistance. Examples of missing Bonnie Longaberger
documentation may include:
Senior Center
an agreement to continue • Proof of insurance coverage. 1348 Main Street, Dresden
• Settlement of insurance claims
access to care for members or denial letter from insurance 160 N. 4th Street, Zanesville
The Center
provider.
• Proof of identity.
SUBMITTED • Proof of occupancy.
• Proof of ownership. Check the Status of Your
CareSource Medicaid and Next to thank and recognize CareSource • Proof that the damaged Application Any Time
Generation MyCare Ohio Plan mem- leadership for working collaborative- property was your primary
bers will continue to have in-net- ly with us to craft an agreement that residence at the time of the FEMA’s online status tracker is
work access to Genesis HealthCare puts patients first and strengthens disaster. the fastest and easiest way for you
System in 2027 under a new agree- our mutual ability to serve our com- For more information on under- to see the latest updates on your ap-
ment. munity. We value our renewed rela- standing your FEMA letter, please plication for assistance. The status
“We’re pleased to share that Gen- tionship with CareSource and are visit FEMA.gov/letter. tracker is accessible 24/7 in your
esis HealthCare System and Care- ready to move forward together to account on DisasterAssistance.gov.
Source have reached an agreement care for our community.” Appealing FEMA’s Decision On the site, click “Check Status” and
for Genesis to remain an in-network For more information and updates sign in or create an account. Once
provider for CareSource Ohio mem- about insurance coverage at Gen- If you disagree with FEMA’s deci- logged in, click the “Status” tab to
bers for calendar year 2027,” said esis, visit genesishcs.org/protect- sion or the amount of money provid- see the status tracker for updates
Matt Perry, President and CEO of Gen- ing-our-mission. ed, you can submit an appeal letter on your application or next steps you
esis HealthCare System. “We want and documents supporting your may need to take.
claim, such as a contractor’s esti- If you have questions, call the
mate for home repairs. You have 60 FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. If
days from the date of your letter to you use a relay service such as Vid-
appeal. eo Relay Service (VRS), captioned
At the end of your FEMA letter, look telephone service or others, provide
for an appeal form that can be used FEMA your number for that service
to send us additional information when you apply.
about your situation. This form can
help make sure you have the infor- Statewide Individual Recovery:
mation FEMA needs and gives you Reported as of October 23, 2026
space to explain why you need help.
•$8M in FEMA Individual
Appeals must be postmarked with- Assistance for more than 800
households.
in 60 days of the date noted on your • $3.8M has been paid out to
FEMA letter. Appeal letters and sup- National Flood Insurance
porting documents may be uploaded Program policyholders.
to your personal FEMA online ac- • $1.5M in low-interest disaster
count. To set up an account, visit Di- loans are currently approved
from the U.S. Small Business
sasterAssistance.gov and follow the Administration.
directions. You can also find step-
by-step instructions for creating an Disaster Recovery Centers remain open un-
account and uploading documents til further notice. In-person support remains
by visiting DisasterAssistance.gov: A available in Franklin and Perry counties if you
need help applying for federal assistance or
Guide for Survivors. have questions about the process. Find a lo-
cation near you by visiting www.FEMA.gov/
Other ways to submit drc.
documents include: Additional assistance is available. The U.S.
Small Business Administration (SBA) can
•In-person: If you need assistance help businesses and individuals after a disas-
to upload documents, you can ter and is the largest source of federal disas-
ter recovery funding for rebuilding, replace-
head to an in-person site near ment or repair of disaster-damaged homes.
you. Find locations by visiting They offer long-term, low-interest disaster
fema.gov/drc. loans to homeowners up to $500,000 and
• Mail: FEMA National Processing renters up to $100,000 with no-interest and
Service Center, P.O. Box 10055, no-payments due for the first 12 months. To
apply or for questions, visit online at SBA.
Hyattsville MD 20782-7055 gov/disaster, call (888) SBA-HELP (TTY: 800-
• Fax: 800-827-8112 Attention: 877-8339) or go to a recovery center.
FEMA
For more information on your STAY in TOUCH with FEMA call 800-621-
FEMA letter and how to appeal visit: 3362 | OHIO EMA: ema.ohio.gov Web: www.
fema.gov/disaster/4945 | X: https://x.com/
FEMA.gov/appeal. femaregion5