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…
COVID
STAY SAFE. STAY UP TO DATE. Protect your health and the people you love. Vaccines are safe, effective, save millions of lives and are the best defense against many infectious diseases. If you are 65+ or have a compromised immune system, you may be more vulnerable to certain diseases, so get vaccinated today. You have…
Silver Haired Legislature to Hold Election May 14, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Notice is hereby given that this year’s Silver Haired Legislature (SHL) election is to be held at Aging Ahead’s senior centers on Tuesday, May 14. SHL is a formally elected group of volunteers aged 60 or older who advocate on behalf of Missouri’s older adults. Seats are open in the counties of…
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-…
Aging Ahead Warming Centers
The following Aging Ahead senior centers are warming sites Monday-Friday from 9am-2pm. To find out where these centers are located and their activities and meals, please check out our Community Locations page.