Community Options: We’re Here to Help!

Whenever you call Aging Ahead and have a question about resources, you will likely be transferred to one of our 19 lovely Community Options staff members. Our staff is friendly, experienced, and ready to help! We’re just a phone call away! What exactly can we help with? Just about anything, as an Information and Assistance…

posted on February 13, 2023
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Delivering a Difference

Volunteer of the Year Award—Mary Evens Over the last 50 years, Aging Ahead has depended on dedicated volunteers to deliver millions of meals, provide wellness checks, and a friendly connection to homebound older adults. In honor of celebrating 50 years in the community, we wanted to recognize our wonderful volunteers who all truly deliver a…

posted on February 13, 2023
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50 Years of Supporting Countless Journeys!

Aging Ahead is celebrating!  We have been supporting older adults for 50 years and we welcome you to join us as we mark this special achievement! As we kick off this year of celebrating, we want to share some information about the impact we’ve had in the communities we serve over the last 5 decades….

posted on February 13, 2023
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#Humblebrag: Happy 50th to Us!

It’s our anniversary and we kicked off the celebration with a bang!  Aging Ahead hosted an Open House for staff, volunteers and community partners on Thursday, February 2nd.  The Lieutenant Governor, Mike Kehoe, sent a special video message and declaration recognizing Aging Ahead for an outstanding 50 years of providing essential programs and service to older…

posted on February 13, 2023
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Center Spotlight!

Stop by Today Want a sure-fire way to beat the winter blahs?  Visit one of our Senior Center locations to learn, make friends, enjoy a delicious lunch, and have fun!  Most of our centers are now open at least three days per week for in-person activities! While the days vary by location, centers are working…

posted on February 13, 2023
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SMP Fraud Prevention February 2023

Focus on Cardiovascular Genetic Test Scams February 2023Missouri Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is celebrating the annual American Heart Month! February is always a great time of year to learn more about ways to keep your “ticker” healthy with healthy meals, exercise, and social interactions. You might even choose to have a conversation with your doctor…

posted on February 6, 2023
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Medicare and Advocates

Justice in Aging has published two fact sheets that provide basic information and tips for LGBTQ+ individuals with Medicare and their advocates: Marriage, Medicare, and Medicaid: What Same Sex Couples Need to Know, available in English and Spanish, discusses rules about Medicare coverage for spouses and treatment of spousal income for programs that affect Medicare…

posted on February 6, 2023
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SMP Fraud Prevention January 2023

Three Medicare Scams to Watch For in 2023 Sadly, Medicare scams by phone happen every day. Remember that Medicare will never “cold call” youand ask for your personal information. When in doubt, hang up and call Medicare at (800) 633-4227. 1.) Watch out for Medicare card scams.New plastic Medicare cards are not being issued. This…

posted on January 4, 2023
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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….

posted on December 14, 2022
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SMP Fraud Fact December 2022

If you are considering a donation to a charity, the Missouri Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) warns you to be wary. Charities use the phone, face-to-face contact, email, and the Internet. So do the scammers. Scammers can change caller ID to make a call look like it’s from a local area code. Some scammers use names…

posted on November 30, 2022
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