Aging Ahead is lucky enough to employ devoted and essential staff that have shown enthusiasm to better adapt and serve older adults while navigating through a global pandemic. In the past several months, Aging Ahead staff has created various programs and taken various steps to ensure the safety and well-being of our participants. We reinstated the Telephone Reassurance Program, sent toilet paper to households that requested the need, and began delivering meals and commodity boxes in a way that allows zero physical contact.
Staff conducted and recorded data through our Telephone Reassurance Program, making over 10,000 calls to quarantined and homebound households in an effort to assess needs and provide relief. Data was recorded by staff so Aging Ahead could better understand the changing needs of those we serve. Below are comments received through the Telephone Reassurance Program.
“It’s very comforting to know that you guys are there. You’re doing wonderful work.”
“Thank you so much for the toilet paper! My daughter can’t find it anywhere and I was out.”
“I look forward to my weekly call just to hear someone’s voice. Thank you.”
Aging Ahead has continued to prioritize the needs of older adults in our area, and our staff is essential in creating that success. We are so grateful to be Aging Ahead with all of you, together.
Support Highlights
- Telephone Reassurance Program
- Meals on Wheels
- Solving the Tissue Issue
- Community Options and Services
If you would like to donate or volunteer to support Aging Ahead, please visit us at agingahead.org. Thank you!