Looking Back at 2020
2020 certainly was a year we won’t soon forget! As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic Aging Ahead, along with many other organizations, needed to shift how we deliver support to older adults and their caregivers in St Louis, St Charles, Jefferson and Franklin counties. To help ensure the safety and well-being of our staff,…
Whiskers on Wheels
Although 2020 was a “ruff” year for everyone, one of the programs we piloted last year made a purrrrfectly wonderful impact for several in our community. Through a grant funded by Meals on Wheels America, Aging Ahead partnered with local nonprofit, The Wet Nose Project (TWNP), to help alleviate the cost burden of caring for…
Virtual 5K Races After Senior Hunger
While many things changed in 2020, some things remained constant: the ongoing support needed by so many older adults and the unwavering determination of our Foundation Board to help us meet those needs! In order to align with health and safety guidelines, the 2020 Edward Jones and Aging Ahead Miles for Meals 5k was held…
COVID Vaccine Information
Get Answers Although initial tiers within Phase 1B are being activated today, there are currently not enough vaccines for everyone included in these groups. As additional supplies arrive, this activation will allow for the greatest vaccine coverage where it is most needed. It will also allow vaccinators and organizations to continue planning effectively for future…
Heart of the Matter February 2021
The year 2020 was a “ruff” year for everyone, but something that made the year a little easier for Joanne was choosing to enroll in Aging Ahead’s pilot program, Whiskers on Wheels! Aging Ahead partnered with local nonprofit, The Wet Nose Project, to provide older adults with pet food to help alleviate the cost burden…
St. Louis County Library GrandPads
St. Louis County Library is expanding the Digital Equity Initiative to help underserved older adults access technology and stay connected to loved ones during the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting now, older adults can apply to receive a GrandPad tablet for one year. Application deadline is February 28, 2021. Visit the St. Louis County Library site to…
SMP COVID Vaccine Fraud
The Missouri SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) wants older adults and their caregivers to be on the lookout for potential COVID-19 vaccine fraud and scams. Here are some tips to protect yourself from potential vaccine fraud:•You likely will not need to pay anything out of pocket to get the vaccine during this public health emergency.•You cannot…
Flu Shot
Prevent Seasonal Flu At Aging Ahead, the health and well-being of our participants is our top priority. While our senior centers remain closed, and will not offer flu shots this year, we want to remind you the flu shot will be more important than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic. The best way to prevent seasonal…
Share the Love 2020
Share the Love with Vulnerable Seniors This Year Exciting news! For the 13th year running, the Meals on Wheels network is participating in the 2020 Subaru Share the Love Event. Over the past twelve years, Subaru and its retailers have helped Meals on Wheels to deliver more than 2.3 million meals nationwide to seniors in…