CHOICE Expanding

CHOICE has expanded beyond one library location for the first time since spring of 2020. We are now in 2 different library locations and continue to rotate throughout the region. We are pleased to be serving the patrons at the Thornhill library branch in West County and Florissant Valley in North County through September. By…

posted on August 16, 2023
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We Need You, Volunteer Today!

Our volunteers are the heart and soul of what we do, and we couldn’t meet the needs of our community without them. Meals on Wheels service is expanding rapidly, and we have an urgent need for more volunteers in many of our service areas. Areas that are recruiting meal delivery volunteers right now are West…

posted on August 16, 2023
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September is Fall Prevention Month 2023

Falls among Americans occur at a staggering rate of 25% of all individuals over age 65.  The fall rate for Missouri’s older adults is higher at 27.3%.  Although most people think falls are an inevitable part of aging.  However, they are not!  Exercising, managing your medications, having your vision checked, and making your living environment…

posted on August 16, 2023
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Introducing Pat Bowers SHL

Introducing Pat Bowers Meet Pat Bowers SHL Delegate Tom Eyssell interviewed Pat Bowers, delegation First Vice-President of the Missouri Silvered Haired Legislature and House Speaker Pro-Tem. How long have you been a member of the Silver-Haired Legislature? 10 years What caused you to join the Silver-Haired Legislature? I have always been interested in senior issues…

posted on August 16, 2023
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US Aging Conference

Attending the USAging Answers on Aging Annual Conference provided several Aging Ahead staff with the opportunity to come together with local leaders, government experts, policymakers, business leaders, and other Aging Network practitioners and partners to share knowledge, insights and new directions in the field of aging.  The USAging Conference provided attendees with peer-to-peer learning, insight…

posted on August 16, 2023
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Board of Directors and Advisory Council Elections 2023

Manchester, MO., [August 7, 2023] – Aging Ahead will hold elections to fill three seats for the Board of Directors: one representing St. Louis County, one representing Jefferson County and one representing Franklin County. There are two seats to fill for the Advisory Council representing Franklin County and one seat representing Jefferson County. Elections will…

posted on August 7, 2023
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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.

posted on August 7, 2023
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Trailblazers in Aging Honored at National Council on Aging 2023 Age+Action Conference 2023

Aging Ahead is proud to announce Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Knoll, was honored recently with a “Trailblazer in Aging Award for Innovation” by the National Council on Aging (NCOA).  The Innovator Award recognizes an individual or organization that has created innovative solutions to improve the health and economic security of older adults in the community….

posted on August 7, 2023
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SMP Fraud Fact August 2023

August’s fraud fact from Missouri SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) deals with the unexpected knock on the door from someone trying to sell something. Older adults often are targets of door-to-door salespeople who might use unscrupulous and dishonest sales tactics to sell you something you don’t need. These folks may be trying to sell a new…

posted on August 7, 2023
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Healthy Hydration Habits 7-25-23

As we age, adequate hydration can become more of a challenge. Certain conditions, medications, or just decreased overall thirst can affect how much water we consume on a daily basis. It’s important to get enough water to avoid dehydration and to feel your best. How much do I need? General recommendations are 64 oz of…

posted on July 25, 2023
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