RIO GRANDE — At its final meeting of 2012, the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) recognized Alice Ward of Pike County, who served as president of the AAA7 Board of Trustees in 2011 and 2012 and elected new 2013 President Deanna Tribe, of Vinton County.

Ward joined the AAA7 Board of Directors in 2000 and served two terms until 2005. In 2007, she returned to the Board and served an additional two terms. During her tenure, Ward served on all committees in addition to her time as secretary/treasurer in 2002 and 2009, vice president in 2003 and 2010, and president in 2004, 2011 and 2012.

Tribe joined the AAA7 Board of Directors in 2008. During her time with the Board thus far, she has served on all committees in addition to her time as secretary/treasurer in 2012.

Also recognized at the meeting was outgoing Board member Tammy Nelson of Scioto County.

Nelson joined the AAA7 Board of Directors in 2007 and served two terms until 2012. During her time with the Board, Nelson served on all committees in addition to her time as secretary/treasurer in 2008, vice president in 2009, and president in 2010.

Those interested in learning more about AAA7 can call toll-free at 1-800-582-7277 (TTY: 711). Here, individuals can speak directly with a nurse or social worker who will assist them with information surrounding the programs and services that are available to best serve their needs. The Agency also offers an in-home assessment at no cost for those who are interested in learning more. Information is also available on www.aaa7.org, or the Agency can be contacted through e-mail at info@aaa7.org. The Agency also has a Facebook page located at www.facebook.com/AreaAgencyOnAgingDistrict7.