OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Marion Senior Services (MSS) celebrated its Golden Anniversary in style Wednesday night at the Reilly Arts Center in Ocala. In attendance were 93.7 K-Country‘s Lewis Stokes and Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods, both donning their cowboy hats.
K-Country Midday Host Lewis Stokes with Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods representing in hats and boots.
Photo courtesy of Lewis Stokes.
K-Country Midday Host Lewis Stokes with Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods representing in hats and boots.“It was eye-opening to hear what all Marion Senior Services does in the community,” Lewis said. “From delivering meals to seniors and driving them to their doctor appointments to just having someone be a voice for them.”
Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership Director of Engagement Tom James served as the evening’s emcee. Speakers included the Florida Director of the AARP, County Commissioner Michelle Stone, and Ocala Mayor Kent Guinn.
Ocala Metro CEP Director of Engagement Tom James emceed MSS’s 50th Anniversary celebration
Photo courtesy of Lewis Stokes.
MSS has been providing supportive care services to elderly, disables, and disadvantaged residents of Marion County for 50 years with the support of the community. It has honored our elders by providing resources to maintain their independence.
MSS started in 1973 with just $100 and three churches to provide 13 meals. They are now an agency managing a $7.5 million budget with an array of services to empower older adults to live active, healthier lives.