Vaccine Information and Resources
STAY SAFE. STAY UP TO DATE. Protect your health and the people you love. Vaccines are safe, effective, save millions of lives and are the best defense against many infectious diseases. If you are 65+ or have a compromised immune system, you may be more vulnerable to certain diseases, so get vaccinated today. You have the…
2026 Silver Haired Legislature Priorities
Increase the Medicaid Personal Needs Allowance (PNA) with an inflation rider Beginning January 1, 2027, the minimum allowance should be raised from $50 to $55 and provide annual increases. This will allow Long-term care residents to pick and choose a few more comfort and personal care items that nursing homes are not mandated to provide. Foot…
Benefits Spotlight MO-PTC/Circuit Breaker 1-2026
Missouri Property Tax Credit (MO-PTC) is available for certain older adults based on rent or taxes they paid for the year (current maximum $750 for renters and $1100 for homeowners) and their household incomes. To find out if you are eligible or for assistance with applying for the program, please contact an Aging Ahead Community…
New Year’s Resolution: Prevent, Detect and Report Medicare Fraud SMP 1-2026
As we step into the New Year, many are making resolutions to make 2026 our best year yet. At theMissouri SMP, we are too! We invite you to join us in making a commitment to protect yourself andothers from Medicare fraud this year. Here’s how you can help: I will PREVENT fraud from happening. The…
Area Plan 2026
Aging Ahead’s Area Plan FY26 is available for the public to review and comment between January 2nd and January 31st. Aging Ahead would like to add DPHP evidence-based programs Bingocize, Healthy Steps, and Drums Alive to SFY2026 programming.
Last Call Dying to Know Trivia Night 4-17-26
Location: Aging Ahead South County Senior Center Price: $75 per table (6 people) Sign up at lastcallendoflifefestival.com
Benefits Spotlight Community Options and Services 12-25
Aging Ahead’s Community Options Specialists and Community Services Coordinators serve as trusted and valued sources supporting older adults, their families, and caregivers by linking them with agency programs and community resources. This year, our Community Options and Services (COS) Team has responded to an average of 1,098 callers a month. Community members receive supportive and compassionate…
Fraud Prevention Fact December 2025
Protect yourself from these common holiday scams.The holiday season is here! This is a wonderful time for family, friends, and festive fun. But it’s also a time when scammers try to take advantage of people. While you shop, bake cookies, or enjoy your traditions, please keep an eye out for these common holiday scams. We…
Benefits Spotlight – Family Caregiver Support Month
National Family Caregiver Month recognizes the hard work family caregivers do to help older adults stay in their homes. It seeks to increase support for caregivers and raise awareness of issues faced by caregivers. For more information about resources available through Aging Ahead’s Family Caregiver Support Program contact an Aging Ahead Community Options Specialist or…
Fraud Prevention Fact November 2025
A FRIENDLY REMINDER: READ YOUR MEDICARE MAIL Medicare fraud and abuse costs taxpayers billions of dollars every year. By consistently checking your healthcare statements, you can help catch mistakes and stop dishonest billing. What to Look For: Every 3 months, depending on whether you have Medicare or an Advantage plan, you should receive a Medicare…