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Annual Report FY 2019
Aging Ahead, as an Area Agency on Aging, has been supporting individuals and caregivers through the journey of aging since 1973.
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Together, let’s build a unique partnership that helps ensure the journey of aging is filled with health, independence, honor, and dignity.
Adopt-A-Route
Companies and organizations engaging homebound adults in the community by delivering a midday meal and wellness check.
What We Do
We support older adults and their caregivers through community activities, meals, and resources.
Count Me In
MISSOURI COUNTS! OLDER ADULTS COUNT! YOU COUNT! When we all respond to the Census, we get the representation we need in Congress. Don't let Missouri lose its voice in Washington. Help bring our hard-earned tax dollars back to Missouri. Respond to the 2020 Census so our communities get the funding they need for roads, schools, hospitals, and more. #MissouriCounts
To Learn More About The CensusUpcoming Events
- Feb 28 Friday
Eat Smart, Stay Strong Class 3 of 3
- 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Choice Location: Florissant Valley Library presented by Healing Streams, Damaris Karanja Presentation Description: Eat Smart, Stay Strong is a 3-week class to improve fruit and vegetable consumption and physical activity. Promotes change in key lifestyle behaviors. Class sizes are limited and attendees have the option to enjoy a healthy lunch catered by Gourmet to Go. Registration is required…
- Feb 28 Friday
Chanoyu- Japense Tea Ceremony Sponsored by Allwell Homestate Health
- 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Choice Location: Samuel Sachs Library presented by Japan American Society of St. Louis Presentation Description: Chanoyu (Chado), or the Way of Tea, is a spiritual practice formalized by Sen no Rikyu in the 16th century. You will learn about the Way of Tea from an introductory lecture, watch a demonstration, and enjoy a bowl of matcha (green…
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Discover the many ways we are impacting our Aging Ahead community.
Personal Care Closet
The Community Options and Services (COS) Department is proud to announce the grand opening of the Jefferson/Franklin Personal Care Closet in January 2020. This project is the brainchild of Community Options Specialists Jennifer Meyer and Jessica Crawford. The closet currently serves home-delivered meal clients in both Jefferson and Franklin counties who need personal care products….
REAL ID, Do I need one?
It may seem like more than enough time, but you now have less than 8 months to get your REAL ID compliant driver license or ID card from the state of Missouri! State officials are encouraging residents not to wait until the last minute to apply for their Missouri REAL-ID. What is REAL ID? A…
The Heart of the Matter- Anne
Aging Ahead is committed to identifying and addressing the challenges facing many local older adults. We are thankful for community support, including many dedicated volunteers, through which we are able to implement programs and services designed to help ensure all have opportunities to age well. Nearly 20 years ago, Anne learned of our Christmas meals…