Benefits Spotlight MO-PTC/Circuit Breaker 1-2026
Missouri Property Tax Credit (MO-PTC) is available for certain older adults based on rent or taxes they paid for the year (current maximum $750 for renters and $1100 for homeowners) and their household incomes. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community…
Benefits Spotlight Community Options and Services 12-25
Aging Ahead’s Community Options Specialists and Community Services Coordinators serve as trusted and valued sources supporting older adults, their families, and caregivers by linking them with agency programs and community resources. This year, our Community Options and Services (COS) Team has responded to an average of 1,098 callers a month. Community members receive supportive and compassionate…
Benefits Spotlight – Family Caregiver Support Month
National Family Caregiver Month recognizes the hard work family caregivers do to help older adults stay in their homes. It seeks to increase support for caregivers and raise awareness of issues faced by caregivers. For more information about resources available through Aging Ahead’s Family Caregiver Support Program contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or…
Medicare 101 Presentations
Join Aging Ahead and SHIP at the following centers for a Medicare 101 presentation then make an appointment and fill out the appropriate form for the 2nd date to sign up during Open Enrollment. Questions contact the senior center or info@agingahead.org. St. Charles Senior Center– Presentation 10/24 – Sign Up Appointment 10/31 St. Peters Senior…
Benefits Spotlight- Medicare Open Enrollment
Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15 to December 7. If you need assistance reviewing your current Medicare plan or want to make changes to your coverage, please contact the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) who can connect you with a certified volunteer to assist you. 1-800-390-3330 or www.missouriship.org. Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program…
BEC – Falls Prevention Awareness Day
Falls Prevention Awareness Day is September 22 (the first day of fall) to bring attention to the seriousness of falling and how to prevent falls, especially in the older adult population. Many programs and resources exist to help reduce falls. To find out more please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or Community Services…
Benefits Spotlight Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 8-6-25
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (Food Stamps) provides monthly funds (on an Electronic Benefits Transfer/ EBT card) to supplement food purchases for those who meet income eligibility requirements. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or Community Services Coordinator….
Home and Community-Based Services HCBS
Medicaid (MO HealthNet) may provide a variety of in-home services, known as Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) to those who meet income eligibility requirements (enrolled in Medicaid), have assessed needs, and are 63 years of age or older. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please…
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Benefits Education Center
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day takes place each year on June 15 to help educate people about abuse and neglect of older adults. Missouri’s Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline is available to report suspected abuse, bullying, neglect, and financial exploitation of older people. If you have concerns about an older adult call the hotline at…
MO HealthNet (Medicaid)
MO HealthNet (Medicaid) provides health insurance coverage to certain low-income individuals who meet income eligibility requirements. If you have Medicare, Medicaid may help cover costs that Medicare does not. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or Community Services…