#GivingTuesday 2021
The start of something great. Volunteer. Advocate. Support. Donate. Deliver a difference to older adults in our community this holiday season. Donate Now What is Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. In just nine years, GivingTuesday has radically…
Caregiver Series
Thursdays from 10:00am– 12:30pm Nov. 9, 16, 23, 30 November is National Caregiver Month. Of the nearly 44 million family caregivers in the United States, many are often over-burdened and under-informed. Having access to quality resources that will support them in their role will benefit both the caregiver and the care-receiver. Learn valuable information about…
Miles for Meals Sponsorship
While we can all agree the past year and a half has been very challenging, it has been particularly difficult for older adults and their caregivers, many who are struggling, often alone, to stay healthy, safe, fed, and connected. Aging Ahead has also been challenged to respond to an increase in requests for our services,…
Open Volunteer Opportunities
Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of older adults? Aging Ahead has opportunities to help support individuals through the journey of aging. Our Agency is looking for volunteers to fill the following roles: 1) one Board of Directors three-year term for Jefferson county 2) four Advisory Council three-year terms, three vacancies…
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. The Missouri Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program provides benefit vouchers to: Low-income seniors (60 years+) Eligible seniors receive 10 vouchers ($5 each), totaling $50 annually Registration is open June through the end of September. Vouchers can be redeemed…
Become a Dementia Friend
Become a ‘Dementia Friend’ during Zoom workshop. Missouri’s leaders in the aging profession are encouraging folks to spend an hour to become Dementia Friends as part of an international effort to make a difference to people with memory loss. The Zoom workshop, sponsored by the Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging, will be presented…
Older Americans Month: Communities of Strength
In tough times, communities find strength in people—and people find strength in their communities. In the past year, we’ve seen this time and again in St. Louis, St. Charles, Franklin and Jefferson Counties as friends, neighbors, and businesses have found new ways to support each other. In our community, older adults are a key source…
Give STL Day
Navigating the COVID-19 crisis has been extremely difficult for everyone this past year. Throughout the pandemic, Aging Ahead quickly adapted to remain focused on ensuring that older adults in our area are provided with opportunities to stay healthy, safe, fed, and connect. We have remained dedicated to providing critical services to vulnerable older adults including Meals…
Friendly Caller Program
Aging Ahead is excited to introduce our Friendly Caller* Program. This new program connects older adults with trained volunteers to receive weekly social telephone calls. The Friendly Caller Program provides regular friendly conversation, ongoing socialization, connection with others, and an opportunity to meet new people. Individuals interested in participating in the program and receiving the…
Emergency Rental Assistance
The Saint Louis County Department of Human Services – County Older Resident Programs (CORP) wants to share information on the Eviction Rental Assistance Program which begins on Monday, April 5th. ATTENTION LANDLORDS AND PROPERTY OWNERS:ENROLLMENT OPENS APRIL 5th Flyer What is EARP and How to Submit an Application to Request Aid Flyer St. Louis County…