Connecting Caregivers
We see you; we care about you and we’re here to help! We recently added a feature to our newsletter called “Connecting Caregivers” to provide information and support to you, as one of the 53 million caregivers across the country. Specifically, as your local area agency on aging, Aging Ahead stands with you as your…
Available Now: Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests, Including More Accessible Option
Starting September 26th, every U.S. household can order free at-home COVID-19 tests through a partnership between the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) and the United States Postal Service (USPS). These tests will detect the currently circulating COVID-19 variants and are intended for use through the end…
Aging Ahead Arnold Open House
Aging Ahead is excited to announce the opening of Aging Ahead-Arnold, gathering at Jefferson College Arnold on Mondays and Wednesdays. We will mark this momentous occasion with an Open House on Monday, September 23 from 12:30pm-2pm. Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by September 19 at
August 2024 Fraud Prevention
This month’s Fraud Fact from the Missouri SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) highlights durable medical equipment (DME) scams and ways to protect yourself and Medicare dollars. Each year Medicare spends billions of dollars on DME such as braces, walkers and other gear prescribed by a doctor to aid them in things from chronic illnesses to healing…
Benefits Spotlight Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (Food Stamps) provides monthly funds (on an Electronic Benefits Transfer/ EBT card) to supplement food purchases for those who meet income eligibility requirements. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or Community Services Coordinator….
Open Volunteer Positions on Advisory Council and Board of Directors 2024
Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of older adults?Aging Ahead has opportunities to help support individuals through the journey of aging.We are looking for volunteers to fill the following roles:1) five Board of Directors three-year terms: three vacancies for St. Louis County, one for St. Charles County, and one for Franklin…
Senior Day at the Missouri State Fair is August 14!
Join DHSS and the Missouri Area Agencies on Aging on Wednesday August 14 from 9 am to 3:00 pm, in the Mathewson Building on the Missouri State Fairgrounds. Senior Day festivities include FREE BINGO, line dance lessons, and much more! The dance contest, open to those aged 60+, has cash prizes for the top three…
APS Initiative Takes Top Honor at USAging National Conference
The Missouri Association of Area Agencies on Aging (Ma4) earned the top innovation award July 9, 2024 at a national conference hosted by US Aging, the national association representing and supporting the network of over 640 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). Ma4 is statewide association for Missouri’s 10 area agencies on aging. The winning…
Home and Community-Based Services HCBS
Medicaid (MO HealthNet) may provide a variety of in-home services, known as Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) to those who meet income eligibility requirements (enrolled in Medicaid), have assessed needs, and are 63 years of age or older. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please…