SMP Fraud Fact June 2023

Beware of unsolicited ‘free’ over-the-counter COVID testsThe Missouri SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) wants you to know that over-the-counter COVID-19 tests are not covered automatically by Medicare anymore. Under the recently-expired public health emergency, beneficiaries were able get over-the-counter tests with no out-of-pocket costs. Not anymore! That public health emergency ended May 11. You can still…

posted on May 30, 2023
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Podcast 13: Ys CHOICE

Kerri attends an Aging Ahead Y’S CHOICE program at the Edward Jones Family YMCA and discusses the importance of community programs with participants of the program. You’ll hear from Shirley, Lawrence, Jo, Ethel, Ronald, Glenda, Sharon, Joanne, and our Y’s CHOICE Resource Center Administrator, Jacki. To learn more about Aging Ahead’s CHOICE programs, visit our…

posted on May 30, 2023
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Podcast 12: Importance of Community, Intergenerational Programs and Our CHOICE Program

Kerri sits down with Emily Harrow, Supervisor of Community Programs, to discuss the importance of community, intergenerational programming, and Aging Ahead’s CHOICE program. If you are interested in becoming a presenter for CHOICE, please visit our website and fill out the short APPLICATION HERE. If you’re an older adult interested in participating in the CHOICE…

posted on May 10, 2023
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CHOICE New Supervisor of Community Programs

By: Emily Harrow I am thrilled to be a part of Aging Ahead’s mission supporting individuals through the journey of aging. My role is to oversee community programs, including CHOICE. CHOICE provides programs, nutritious meals, and opportunities for socialization by partnering with community locations where older adults naturally congregate. An enhanced benefit of CHOICE is…

posted on May 10, 2023
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Community Engagement through Volunteers

April was Volunteer Appreciation Month, Aging Ahead would like to say a big THANK YOU to our dedicated volunteers! From our Meals on Wheels delivery volunteers, our Friendly Callers, our Advisory Council and Board members, CHOICE Ambassadors, center support committee members, presenters, instructors, all the people who pitch in wherever help is needed, giving so…

posted on May 10, 2023
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SHL Speak Up for all Older Missourians!

By Barb Ittner, Immediate Past President of Missouri’s SHL The Missouri Silver Haired Legislature (SHL) celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2023.  Missouri was the first state to establish an SHL.  But what is it?  The SHL is an organized group of senior citizen volunteers who advocate on behalf of Missouri’s older adults. Members are selected…

posted on May 10, 2023
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#Humblebrag

Senior Centers Celebrate our 50th The Celebration Continues!   The St Charles Senior Center held it’s 50th Anniversary party on Wednesday, April 12th and was hosted by the Tina Gerbitz, the Senior Center Administrator. The center was decorated and filled with joy as Tina welcomed current and past staff, volunteers and participants who enjoyed cake and…

posted on May 10, 2023
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Slow Down, Don’t Let Social Security Impersonators Take Advantage of You

Scammers prey upon your respect for authority when they pretend to be employees of the Social Security Administration during telephone calls or within emails. By inventing problems about your social security number or benefits, these impersonators want to elicit strong emotions like fear and confusion to cause you to suspend your normal cautionary judgment used…

posted on May 10, 2023
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We’re Still Groovin 50th Anniversary Trivia Night 2023

Aging Ahead hosted a successful trivia night at the South County Center, thanks to the support of the Foundation Board, WellFirst Health and our sponsors! The event drew an incredible turnout, with 200 enthusiastic participants eager to put their knowledge to the test. We owe a big thanks to our generous sponsors and dedicated volunteers…

posted on May 10, 2023
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SMP May Fraud Fact 2023

Will “unwinding” the COVID-19 State of Emergency impact Medicaid beneficiaries? Medicaid is a government-run health insurance program for low-income individuals and families of all ages. During the COVID-19 State of Emergency, Medicaid recipients could not lose coverage due to the continuous Medicaid enrollment provision. After a three-year pause, state employees are now checking the eligibility…

posted on May 3, 2023
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