Programs, Activities, and Locations

Aging Ahead has a variety of options to help older adults socialize and stay active in the community through presentations, programs, activities, and other opportunities. Many include the option of enjoying a delicious lunch. Our CHOICE Community Program, Senior Centers, and Volunteer Opportunities are located throughout St. Louis, St. Charles, Franklin, and Jefferson counties.

CHOICE

The CHOICE community program is a combination of presentations, activities, and lunch located in libraries, universities, YMCA, and other area locations where older adults naturally congregate. Not a CHOICE member, no problem sign up today, it’s FREE. 

Gather at Jefferson College Arnold on Mondays and Wednesdays and enjoy lunch and an activity. Lunch must be ordered 72 hours in advance.

More Activity and Lunch Sign Up Days
  • Apr 28 Monday

Aging Ahead Arnold 4-28-25

  • 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Location: Jefferson College Arnold – 1687 Missouri State Road, Arnold, MO, 63010 Programming: Aging Ahead-Arnold gathers at Jefferson College Arnold on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30pm-2pm. Enjoy lunch and socialization with other older adults. Registration: Lunch is provided free-of-charge to those adults age 60+ who preregister 72 hours in advanced with a suggested donation of $5.  

  • Apr 30 Wednesday

Aging Ahead Arnold 4-30-25

  • 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Location: Jefferson College Arnold – 1687 Missouri State Road, Arnold, MO, 63010 Programming: Aging Ahead-Arnold gathers at Jefferson College Arnold on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30pm-2pm. Enjoy lunch and socialization with other older adults. Registration: Lunch is provided free-of-charge to those adults age 60+ who preregister 72 hours in advanced with a suggested donation of $5.  

Gather at a St. Louis County Library once a week and enjoy lunch and a program. Lunch must be ordered 72 hours in advance.

April 25: Getting Connected to Cancer Support Community – Lewis and Clark Library REGISTER

May 2: Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finance – Lewis and Clark Library REGISTER

May 9: Aging Ahead Services and Fall Prevention Bingo – Lewis and Clark Library REGISTER

May 16: The History of Women in Death Care and the Emergence of the Death Doula Profession – Lewis and Clark Library REGISTER

May 23: Honoring All Professional Nurses – Lewis and Clark Library REGISTER

May 30: Yoga and Meditation – Lewis and Clark Library REGISTER

Gather at a St. Louis County Library once a week and enjoy lunch and a program. Lunch must be ordered 72 hours in advance.

April 22: Dementia: A Journey of Understanding – Oak Bend Library REGISTER

April 29: Caregiver Basics and Self Care – Oak Bend Library REGISTER

May 6: Wolfner Talking Book and Braille Library Who We Serve and What We Offer – Oak Bend Library REGISTER

May 13: Nutrition and Aging – Oak Bend Library REGISTER

May 20: Honoring All Professional Nurses – Oak Bend Library REGISTER

May 27: Managing Money: A Caregivers Guide to Finance – Oak Bend Library REGISTER

Gather at Sullivan Community Center on Mondays and Thursdays and enjoy lunch and an activity. Lunch must be ordered 72 hours in advance. Contact Sullivan to make lunch reservations at sullivanRCA@agingahead.org or (573) 468-3766.

Gather at University City Public Library once a month and enjoy lunch and a presentation. Lunch must be ordered 72 hours in advance.

May 9: U City in Bloom & SHED REGISTER

Aging Ahead and the Gateway Region YMCA have partnered, to provide programs, services, and resources. Join us for informative programs, group exercise classes, and a nutritious meal at the YMCA.  As a Y’s Choice member, you can participate in the programs, meet new friends, and enjoy a catered lunch. (YMCA Membership Required) Contact Emily Harrow at eharrow@agingahead.org for more information.

SENIOR CENTERS

Aging Ahead operates several senior centers throughout our 4 county service area.  Each senior center offers meals and activities (crafts, exercise, bingo, games, etc.) for center participants along with delivered Meals on Wheels to eligible homebound seniors.

Check out your nearest senior center for monthly activities.

Affton
314-544-5100

Ferguson
314-867-5661

Covenant Place
314-442-3149

South County
314-631-8698

Crown Center
314-991-2055

West County
636-227-3882

Check out your nearest senior center for monthly activities.

O’Fallon
636-272-4180

Wentzville
636-327-8720

St. Charles
636-949-0658

St. Peters
636-278-2410

Check out your nearest senior center for monthly activities.

St. Clair
636-629-2187

Union
636-583-5432

Washington
636-239-3374

Check out your nearest senior center for monthly activities.

House Springs
636-677-4578

Quad-Cities
636-937-8333

OPPORTUNITIES

A variety of flexible volunteer opportunities to serve our aging community are great for individuals and groups. For more information on becoming a volunteer, please contact Lydia Franklin at lfranklin@agingahead.org.

Current Volunteer Opportunities