Missouri Grown USA
SENIOR FARMERS’ MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM Aging Ahead and Missouri Department of Agriculture have partnered to provide seniors with fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers markets.
Marshals Story
Marshal Marshal, a Meals on Wheels recipient, recently shared the impact Aging Ahead has had in his life. Sandy Lynn, a Community Service Coordinator, was visiting Marshal when she learned of a financial hardship he faced and set out to work with him to find a solution. Struggling to pay his real estate taxes each…
Important Agency Update
In an effort to address the dramatic increase in requests for home delivered meals, Aging Ahead has had to make some hard decisions. We have currently implemented a ‘hold’ on adding new clients to our Meals on Wheels program as we examine budget issues in order to better align with our state allocation. We remain…
Your Voice Matters
We would like to send a big “Thank You” out to all who participated in our “Your Voice Matters” discussions recently! While in previous years, Aging Ahead has held “Public Hearings” in order to share agency information with the public we serve, we decided it was time for a change. This year, you spoke, we…
Aging Ahead & Edward Jones 5K Run/1 Mile Walk
After a successful inaugural event, the Aging Ahead Foundation is gearing up for its second 5K Run/1K Walk, taking place Saturday, June 1 in Queeny Park!
Let’s Get Technical
Imagine no longer being afraid of technology and having the ability to unlock a new world that makes it easier to connect with family and friends, gain infinite learning opportunities, access healthcare and many other resources at your fingertips.
Real ID
“REAL ID” comes from the REAL ID Act of 2005, a federal law that focused on fraud protection, anti-terrorism, and driver license and nondriver license identification card (ID card) security. The Missouri Department of Revenue is enhancing the security of driver licenses and nondriver identification cards. These changes help protect your identity and decrease fraud….
GiveSTL Day 5-1-19
Give STL Day is back for its sixth year on Wednesday, May 1! Give STL Day is a 24-hour day of online giving that shines a light on the region’s vast assortment of non-profits and their missions. Please join us and pledge to carry Aging Ahead’s mission to support individuals through the journey of aging….
5K Miles for Meals
GET INVOLVED and Deliver a Difference- Run, walk, volunteer or become a sponsor for the Aging Ahead & Edward Jones 5K Run/ 1Mile Walk on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at Queeny Park. Special Guest, Rene Knott, from KSDK will be returning as the Guest Race Director.
SMP- DNA Testing
The Missouri SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) is focusing on providers who offer DNA or genetic testing to older adults and tell them that the service is free to Medicare beneficiaries.