Public Hearing Notice 4-15-25
Aging Ahead will hold a public hearing to review the Area Plan for FY26. The hearing will provide information on Aging Ahead’s proposed plans, budget, funding formula, and priorities for community-based services for older adults and family caregivers. Aging Ahead encourages funded partners, elected officials, aging network professionals, and members of the public to attend…
Urgent: Protect Aging Americans
In an ever-changing world, one thing remains constant: We are all aging. The sustained aging of our American population is driving a permanent increase in the percentage of older adults, establishing a historical demographic precedent. The Trump Administration has proposed a restructuring of the U.S.Health and Human Services (HHS) that includes dismantling the ACL (Administration…
IMPORTANT NEWS TO KNOW ABOUT THE SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is implementing stricter identity verification measures that may impact you. Here are some things you should know: INCREASED SECURITY MEASURES:The SSA is tightening identity-proofing to combat fraudulent claims. This means increased security around proving who you are to the SSA. CHANGES TO VERIFICATION:Beginning March 31st, phone verification will no longer…
Podcast 17: Social Work, Older Adults, & Self-Care: A Journey in the Field
Guest host Anna Kappel, an intern at Aging Ahead, sits down with Chloe Amstutz, Caitlin Frazee, and Katie Steiner, Graduate Social Work Students at Saint Louis University. Together, they explore what inspired them to work with older adults, what a typical day looks like as a social work practicum student, and the importance of self-care….
Call Congress TODAY
Call Congress TODAY to Protect Critical Older Americans Act Programs By March 14, Congress must either pass a final FY 2025 spending package or another continuing resolution (CR) to avoid a government shutdown. Time is running out! Please urge your Senators and US Congressman to protect older adults last action Congress took on their…
Missouri Caregiver Program
DHSS Home » Senior & Disability Services » Dementia Caregiving Background The Customized Caregiver Training & Relief Program is known publicly as the Missouri Caregiver Program. It supports caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias across Missouri through education, respite care, and assistive technology services. This program is designed to reduce stress, improve communication, make home safety…
Shared Care Tax Credit (SCT)
Purpose Provides a tax credit to help families offset the costs of caring for an elderly person (age 60 or older). Eligible Applicants The caregiver of the elderly person (age 60 or older) must be registered with the Department of Health as a certified shared care member and not receive monetary compensation for providing care…
St. Louis Area Volunteer Fair
Date: Monday April 28th, 2025 Time: 1:00 – 3:00pm Location: Clark Family Library Branch – 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd. St. Louis MO Cost: FREE but Registration Recommended Event Description Learn how you can get involved in your community by meeting with over 30 local organizations that are currently recruiting volunteers. Adults. Registration recommended. Participating OrganizationsAging…
Senior Medicare Patrol Avoid Government Impersonations Scams
It Doesn’t Take Luck to Avoid Government Impersonation Scams: Protect yourself from fraud attempts by following these tips. Government impersonation scams are a growing threat, especially when the IRS and other government agencies are extra busy. Scammers pretend to be from the IRS, Social Security or Medicare, hoping to trick you into giving out personal…
Benefits Spotlight Low Income Subsidy and Extra Help
Low-Income Subsidy (LIS)/Extra Help Did you know? For some older adults with lower incomes, Medicare Extra Help (or Low-Income Subsidy) can help pay for Medicare Part D out-of-pocket expenses like premiums, deductibles, and copays. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community…