Aging Articles

GRANDPass gives older caregivers a break

May 20, 2024 | Posted in Aging

GrandPass unity village

Relief is within reach for grandparents and other older caregivers needing care for their children this summer.

2024 Age Positive conference stresses aging as an asset

May 20, 2024 | Posted in Aging

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Age Positive: Ideas for an Age-Friendly Future was held over two days and attracted more than 250 attendees.

Age of Celebration Aging services fair June 28

May 20, 2024 | Posted in Aging

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MARC is hosting a free block party and health fair featuring health and wellness vendors

Grain Valley and Unified Government honored for age-friendly efforts

May 6, 2024 | Posted in Aging

On Friday, April 19, two metro cities received honors as Communities for All Ages.

The Dementia Training Room offers free education to caregivers

April 1, 2024 | Posted in Aging

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The Dementia Training Room will offer a free, come-when-you-can educational event for caregivers of people with dementia.

2024 Age Positive conference scheduled for May 7-8

March 20, 2024 | Posted in Aging

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The eighth annual Age Positive: Ideas for an Age-Friendly Future conference will provide a forum for innovative older adult program ideas on May 7 and 8.

Regional town hall listening session focuses on aging master plan

March 1, 2024 | Posted in Aging

Aging with Dignity

MARC and the KC Shepherd's Center co-hosted a town hall listening session on May 1 to gather feedback on the new Missouri 10-year Master Plan on Aging.

Westwood and Liberty become Gold Level Communities for All Ages

March 1, 2024 | Posted in Aging

On Friday, Jan. 19, MARC honored the cities of Westwood, Kansas, and Liberty, Missouri, for becoming Gold Level Communities for All Ages at the First Suburbs Coalition.

Town hall seeks input on aging services in Missouri

February 5, 2024 | Posted in Aging

Missouri Master Plan on Aging Town Hall

Missouri's Department of Health and Senior Services has teamed up with MARC and KC Shepherd's Center to offer a local listening session on March 1 to gather feedback on the new Missouri Master Plan on Aging.

MARC’s Aging and Adult Services department receives SAGECare Credential

January 22, 2024 | Posted in Aging

MARC’s Aging and Adult Services department recently received a SAGECare Credential for its achievement in providing an inclusive and affirming environment for LGBTQ+ older adults.