Available Now: Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests, Including More Accessible Option
Starting September 26th, every U.S. household can order free at-home COVID-19 tests through a partnership between the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) and the United States Postal Service (USPS). These tests will detect the currently circulating COVID-19 variants and are intended for use through the end…
Aging Ahead Arnold Open House
Aging Ahead is excited to announce the opening of Aging Ahead-Arnold, gathering at Jefferson College Arnold on Mondays and Wednesdays. We will mark this momentous occasion with an Open House on Monday, September 23 from 12:30pm-2pm. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by September 19 at
APS Initiative Takes Top Honor at USAging National Conference
The Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (Ma4) earned the top innovation award July 9, 2024 at a national conference hosted by US Aging, the national association representing and supporting the network of over 640 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). Ma4 is statewide association for Missouri’s 10 area agencies on aging. The winning…
State of Missouri 2024 Needs Assessment Survey
The State of Missouri has partnered with Polco, a leader in the field of civic engagement and surveying, to conduct the State of Missouri 2024 Needs Assessment Survey. If you are an older adult (age 50+), an adult with a disability, or an unpaid caregiver (adult 18+ providing unpaid care to another adult), please take…
Warming Center Sites in Missouri 1-24
Winter weather is upon us and can be potentially hazardous as Missouri typically experiences periods of extreme cold during the winter. It is important to be prepared! Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is sharing a resource for you and our communities, an interactive map of warming center sites in Missouri, which is accessible…
Additional Resources
Aging Ahead is pleased to share the following resources with our community and encourage you to reach out to them for more information about their services, materials, events, and/or opportunities. For nonprofit or educational institutions wishing to be included on this page, please contact info@agingahead.org.
Your Voice Matters 2024
Established under the Older Americans Act in 1973, Aging Ahead, is one of ten Area Agencies on Aging, serving older adults and their caregivers in St Charles, St Louis, Franklin and Jefferson counties. Our mission is to support them through the journey of aging through a variety of programs and services.. We are asking for…
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research Update Discussion
Join Alzheimer’s Association and Aging Ahead for a discussion on some of the latest research in the field of Alzheimer’s disease including new treatments. You will also learn more about local support services available to families and how you can help raise awareness in your community. Refreshments will be provided. When: Thursday, November 9th 11:30am-…
Board of Directors and Advisory Council Elections 2023
Manchester, MO., [August 7, 2023] – Aging Ahead will hold elections to fill three seats for the Board of Directors: one representing St. Louis County, one representing Jefferson County and one representing Franklin County. There are two seats to fill for the Advisory Council representing Franklin County and one seat representing Jefferson County. Elections will…