Missouri Connections for Health hosts onlice resources developed as a part of the Missouri LGBT Older Alliance. Barriers to health equity and healthy aging can be different for particular groups for a variety of reasons, and the LGBTQ+ population is no different. We believe that open communication and sharing of knowledge and experience is important….
Read MoreRequest for Bid – Statewide Needs Assessment
Missouri is in the process of developing a Master Plan on Aging (MPA). This cross-sector, state-led strategic planning resource will help Missouri transform the infrastructure and coordination of services for its rapidly aging population, people with disabilities, and caregivers. An important piece of the MPA includes a comprehensive, statewide needs assessment. Conducting a statewide needs…
Read MoreShow Me Summit on Aging and Health
The Show Me Summit on Aging Health 2023 was a resounding success! Thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors for making the Summit possible. Sign up for ma4 updates to keep in the know for our 2024 Summit! The 18th Show Me Summit on Aging & Health was a resounding success, with over 350 attendees….
Read MoreAging Ahead’s Lisa Knoll – NCOA Trailblazer 2023!
Aging Ahead is proud to announce Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Knoll, was honored recently with a “Trailblazer in Aging Award for Innovation” by the National Council on Aging (NCOA). The Innovator Award recognizes an individual or organization that has created innovative solutions to improve the health and economic security of older adults in the community. “This year’s Trailblazers are…
Read MoreFIVE BENEFITS YOU CAN APPLY FOR USING SSA.GOV
Social Security Administration continues to make it easier for you to access programs and benefits. Here are 5 ways you can apply for benefits using ssa.gov. Retirement or Spouse’s Benefits – You must be at least 61 years and 9 months and want your benefits to start in no more than 4 months. Apply at…
Read MoreElder abuse cases growing in Missouri
July 23, 2023 at 4:00 a.m. Source: News Tribune July 23, 2023 Every day, 116 elder abuse reports are received in the state of Missouri. Elder abuse, which is defined as abuse, neglect, financial exploitation or bullying of adults older than 60, is a growing problem in the Show-Me State. And one of the state’s…
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