Podcast 15: Senior Centers
Kerri sits down with MJ Grothe, Aging Ahead’s Manager of Senior Centers, and together they discuss mission-driven vocations and reflect on how the past helps humanity propel forward…all with a sense of humor. Join us!
Podcast 14: Learn About Our Work in Veteran’s Directed Care with Katie Stacy
Kerri speaks with Aging Ahead’s Supervisor of Contracted Services, Katie Stacy, to learn more about the Veteran’s Directed (VDC) program. Along the way, they discuss the personal impact they feel from working with vulnerable populations.
Podcast 13: Ys CHOICE
Kerri attends an Aging Ahead Y’S CHOICE program at the Edward Jones Family YMCA and discusses the importance of community programs with participants of the program. You’ll hear from Shirley, Lawrence, Jo, Ethel, Ronald, Glenda, Sharon, Joanne, and our Y’s CHOICE Resource Center Administrator, Jacki. To learn more about Aging Ahead’s CHOICE programs, visit our…
Podcast 12: Importance of Community, Intergenerational Programs and Our CHOICE Program
Kerri sits down with Emily Harrow, Supervisor of Community Programs, to discuss the importance of community, intergenerational programming, and Aging Ahead’s CHOICE program. If you are interested in becoming a presenter for CHOICE, please visit our website and fill out the short APPLICATION HERE. If you’re an older adult interested in participating in the CHOICE…
Podcast 11: Hear from Meals on Wheels Recipients
Check out the newest episode of Always Aging Ahead, now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! In this episode, Kerri speaks with recipients of Aging Ahead’s Meals on Wheels program. Fred, Marilyn, and Kerri’s own grandmother Ina Mae share their personal journeys and what it means to them to receive home-delivered meals. Every journey is…
Podcast 10: Learn about Aging Ahead’s Nutrition and Meals on Wheels Program
Check out the newest episode of Always Aging Ahead, now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! In this episode, you we checked in with Aging Ahead’s licensed dietician, Brooke Grubb, and South County center staff, Lynne Steinman (HDMC) and Sherry Payne (Cook) to discuss and learn more about our Nutrition and Meals on Wheels program….
Podcast 9: Connecting Generations Through Tech!
Aging Ahead and Lindenwood University paired up. Learn about our Cyber Seniors Program! School was in session this fall! We partnered up with Lindenwood University’s Wellness Inspired Senior Education (or WISE) program and launched Cyber Seniors, connecting college students with older adults who want to learn more about technology and how to use their devices….
Podcast 7: Dedicated Volunteers Part II
Check out our newest episode of Always Aging Ahead, now available on our website, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”—Margaret Mead Kerri speaks with dedicated volunteers that work throughout our four service counties. Together, we…
Podcast 7: Volunteer Aging Ahead Part I – Meet Laura Conners!
Check out our newest episode of Always Aging Ahead, now available on our website, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”—Margaret Mead Kerri speaks with Laura Conners, Aging Ahead’s Volunteer Coordinator. Together, they discuss exciting…
Podcast 6: Why are Community Centers Important? Part II
Check out our newest episode of Always Aging Ahead, now available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts! “Age is only a number, but you’ve got to keep moving and stay positive!” Diane, Washington center participant In Part II, Kerri speaks with older adults that regularly attend Aging Ahead senior centers at the Washington, South County, Quad…