The 50 North Levy Explained: What Hancock County Voters Should Know

What does 50 North actually do, and how does the Hancock County senior services levy help fund its programs? You might know 50 North as the busy senior center in Findlay, Ohio, but there's much more happening behind those doors. In this episode of Chamber Amplified, host Doug Jenkins sits down with Carolyn Copus, Director of 50 North, to explore the programs helping Hancock County residents age independently, stay healthy, and remain connected to their community. We also break down the 2026 50 North levy renewal, including what the 1.2-mill levy supports and why the organization says this funding is essential to its services. IN THIS EPISODE: How the 50 North levy works Home modifications, repairs, and assistance for older adults Mobile Meals and the Marathon Café Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security assistance Fitness, wellness, and Parkinson's-related programming Helping working families care for aging parents Combating loneliness and isolation How 50 North grew from 2,000 to over 6,000 members The surprising story behind the name 50 North 50 North: https://50north.org Chamber Amplified is produced by the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce. We feature conversations with local leaders, business owners, and organizations making a difference in Hancock County and Northwest Ohio. Subscribe for more conversations about business, community development, and the people shaping our region.