Published June 05. 2024 11:46AM
The Lehigh County Office of Aging and Adult Services held a program May 15 recognizing senior citizens in Lehigh County for their contributions to the quality of life in the county. This year, 19 older adults were awarded the title of Unsung Heroes of the Lehigh Valley.
Bonnie Sipics, of Catasauqua, was honored for dedicating her time to volunteering with Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley.
These awardees are chosen by friends, families and recipients of their talents during the past year. The program was held at the Zentz Center at Fellowship Community, 3000 Fellowship Drive, Whitehall.
The program was coordinated by Jessica Yaich, Aging and Adult Services for Lehigh County program analyst. Award presenters included Lehigh County Executive Phillips Armstrong; JR Reed, of the Office of Aging and Adult Services; and Arthur DiLoreto, Pennsylvania Association of Area Agencies on Aging former deputy director.
PRESS PHOTO BY LOU WHEELAND Bonnie Sipics, of Catasauqua, is honored as an Unsung Hero by the Lehigh County Office of Aging and Adult Services May 15 at Fellowship Community, 3000 Fellowship Drive, Whitehall. Pictured with her are award presenters Lehigh County Executive Phillips Armstrong; Arthur DiLoreto, Pennsylvania Association of Area Agencies on Aging former deputy director; and JR Reed, of the Office of Aging and Adult Services.
