Missouri’s Master Plan on Aging Town Hall 7-31-25
DHSS Master Plan on Aging Town Hall Information
World Elder Abuse Awareness Walk 2025
Community member took a stand against elder abuse by walking with Aging Ahead for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) at Schroeder Park on June 8th. Aging Ahead and Stifel proudly hosted a community walk to raise awareness, show support for older adults, and spark conversations that lead to safer, more connected communities. Every step…
Pride Month 2025
PRIDE is a month-long celebration that recognizes the LGBTQ+ community and their contributions to society. While advocacy and education are important year-round, many communities have historically hosted awareness events in June. For more information on the history of PRIDE, click HERE. Stay tuned for more information on the next Missouri LGBT Older Adult Alliance call, currently…
Spend Down: How to Stay Covered
Spend down your income to activate MO HealthNet (Medicaid) coverage What is Spend Down?Spend Down is a way for people who are age 65 or older, blind, or disabled to receive MO HealthNet health coverage even if their income is slightly more than the program’s income limit. If you have Spend Down, use these tips…
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Benefits Education Center
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day takes place each year on June 15 to help educate people about abuse and neglect of older adults. Missouri’s Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline is available to report suspected abuse, bullying, neglect, and financial exploitation of older people. If you have concerns about an older adult call the hotline at…
Senior Medicare Patrol Watching Out for Remote Patient Monitoring Fraud 6-2-25
Watching Out for Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) Fraud Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) lets your doctor keep track of your health from home using smartdevices that measure things like your heart rate or blood sugar. It can be a helpful and convenient toolused by your doctor. But be careful. Scammers are attempting to take advantage of…
World Elder Abuse Day June 15
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is commemorated every June 15th to provide an opportunity for communities to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older adults. WEAAD reminds us that elder abuse has implications for all of us. It is a call to action for individuals, organizations, and communities to learn how…
STEP UP FOR OLDER ADULTS
WEAAD AWARENESS 1 MILE WALK When: June 8Time: 9 AMWhere: Paul A Schroeder Park – Pavilion #2359 Old Meramec Station Rd, Manchester, MO 63021 Take a stand against elder abuse by walking with us for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). Aging Ahead and Stifel are proud to host a community walk to raise awareness,…
St. Louis Tornado Resource
For St. Louis tornado victims, immediate assistance can be found through shelters, utility assistance, and donation opportunities. The American Red Cross has opened shelters at locations below. For those needing help navigating resources, the 211 Helpline is available. Shelters: Utility Assistance: Donation Opportunities: Requested supplies: Tarps, 2×4 Lumber, 4×8 Sheets of Plywood, Wood Screws, Work gloves,…
Washington Center Ribbon Cutting 5-16-25
Join the City of Washington and Aging Ahead for the Ribbon Cutting of the Washington Senior Center Friday, May 16th, at noon. The new center is located at Knights of Columbus, Lower Level, 1121 Columbus Lane.