Category: Newsletter
Friendly Caller Program
According to the Surgeon General’s 2023 report titled – Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation, “Loneliness is far more than just a bad feeling. It is associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and pre-mature death. The mortality impact of being socially disconnected is similar to that caused by smoking…
Open Enrollment
Though the Annual Open Enrollment closed December 7th, every January through March, is Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment. Those that are in a Medicare Advantage plan get another opportunity to change plans. If for some reason, you missed evaluating your plans prior to the December 7th Open Enrollment deadline, and you are in Medicare Advantage, you…
Feed Your Smile
The connection between oral hygiene and nutrition. What effects oral hygiene in older adults? · Aging: As you age, cells renew at a slower rate, bones weaken, and tissues become thinner. · Chronic Disease: Chronic disease can increase the risk for gum disease, mucosal lesions, and reduced saliva production. · Medications: Some medications can have side effects that…
Silver Haired Legislature
The Silver Haired Legislature, a formally elected body of dedicated volunteer citizens aged 60 years and older that promote legislative advocacy for Missouri’s older adults, continues to be a strong voice, working tirelessly to champion issues that impact aging Missourians. Following the October 2024 session in Jefferson City, SHL identified its top five legislative priorities…
Faith in Action
When members of the Affton Christian Church’s outreach team asked for someone to come speak with them about volunteer opportunities with the agency, Volunteer Coordinator Lydia Franklin was excited to meet with the group and talk about ways they could support our mission as well as discuss the many programs and services Aging Ahead offers…
Center Spotlight
This holiday season, the Washington Center embraced the spirit of diversity and inclusion by celebrating holidays from around the world. With the leadership of the Washington Support Committee, each week featured a different cultural holiday, offering participants an opportunity to learn about global traditions while enjoying menu items inspired by traditional holiday foods. The celebrations…
More than a Meal
For over 50 years, Aging Ahead has been helping ensure older adults have access to the programs and services needed to live a nourished life. All too often, the issues surrounding food and nutrition challenge individuals’ ability to remain healthy and independent. Included in this edition of our newsletter, Christine Woody with Empower Missouri, is…
Volunteer Opportunities 10-24
Aging Ahead Arnold Volunteer Assistant will provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere, direct participants, assist with activities, setup for lunch, distribute meals and help Aging Ahead staff where needed at the Jefferson College Arnold. If you enjoy meeting new people, socializing and making people feel welcomed, this is the volunteer role for you. Volunteers are…
Show Me Summit 2024
As Aging Ahead continues to strive to better serve adults 60 years and older in St Louis, St Charles, Jefferson and Franklin counties, we are grateful for the opportunity to learn and grow together with other aging network providers in Missouri. Several staff members and volunteers recently attended the Show Me Summit on Aging &…
CHOICE – What is it, What’s New
Created in 2014 as a solution to the ongoing challenge of attracting older adults to senior centers, CHOICE brings a variety of programs and services to locations where older adults naturally congregate like libraries. CHOICE has a variety of programs including: Grant’s View Library– weekly presentations/lunch University City Public Library– monthly lunch/learn Jefferson College Arnold–…
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