Medicare conducting survey of beneficiaries

The Missouri SMP Care Connection for Aging Services 106 Young Street, P.O. Box 1078 Warrensburg, MO 64093 www.missourismp.org An official survey of Medicare beneficiaries is under way, and the Missouri SMP (Senior Medicare Patrol) is offering some pointers to folks who may receive visits. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has contracted with NORC at the University of Chicago to conduct a national study to provide info... Read More

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Freedom's Never Free Traveling WWII Memorial coming to Piedmont July 4-7

Dear Veteran Supporter: The Piedmont Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Freedom's Never Free Traveling WWII Memorial. This WWII Memorial will assist in honoring all veterans and their families during this Wayne County Bicentennial year. The Memorial will be displayed July 4–7, 2018 on the Greenway. The Freedom's Never Free Memorial is the only Traveling WWII Memorial available in the United States. The Memorial is a scaled-down replica of the ... Read More

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RSVP/VIC Volunteer Recognition Banquet Held

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program and the Volunteer Intergenerational Center Annual Recognition Banquet was Held April 17 at the Eagles Aerie #3775 in Cape Girardeau. Approximately 200 volunteers attended. This year, the event opened with a special tribute to Tina Nations, Program Director, who passed away in February. Special words of appreciation and praise for an outstanding job were expressed by Faune Riggin, Program and News Director for KZIM and KSIM Radio Stations; Lana Jo... Read More

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2018 AARP Tax Assistance Sites

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State budget cuts threaten senior services

State budget cuts threaten senior services CATHERINE EDWARDS Columbia Daily Tribune March 14, 2017 Long-established programs that directly support Missouri seniors who are most in need are being debated in both Missouri House and Senate budget committees. Targeted programs include a reduction in MORx prescription drug benefits for low-income seniors, significant changes in the level of care criteria to receive Medicaid and, most recently, the elimination of property tax credits that enable s... Read More

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Spring Flooding Safety Tips

When spring hits, whether it’s “official” or feels like spring, many of us are eager to get out of the office and into the fresh air. However, too much rain or thawing snow after a long winter from mountains can bring severe flooding. Floods are the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States. Here are some things to keep in mind as the spring flood season draws near. Never drive or walk through flooded streets. It only takes six inches of movin... Read More

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Annual Long Term Care Ombudsman Banquet Held June 17th.

Aging Matters held its’ annual Long Term Care Ombudsman Banquet on June 17th at the Elks Lodge in Cape Girardeau. There were 40 Ombudsman Volunteers, staff, and a few guests who attended the banquet. The volunteers enjoyed a very motivational presentation by Dr. Loretta Prater, retired Professor and Dean of the College of Health and Human Services at Southeast Missouri State University. Dr. Prater was very creative in sharing with those present the special qualities neede... Read More

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Medicare questions?

If you are turning 65 and eligible for Medicare or you are already on Medicare and have questions, than you may want to attend a Medicare Boot Camp. The Information and Assistance staff at Aging Matters puts on the Medicare Boot Camps to provide helpful information about Medicare, Medicare supplements, Medicare health plans and Medicare Prescription Drug programs. With the annual changes in Medicare, this is a great opportunity to get answers to the many questions you may have. Information is p... Read More

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Expo & Celebration

October 2013 marked the 40th anniversary of Southeast Missouri Area Agency on Aging providing services to the senior citizens in the Southeast Missouri area. To spotlight the occasion and introduce the name change of the agency to Aging Matters, two special events were held. The first event held was at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau on October 1st. The following week on October 8th the second event was held at the Black River Coliseum in Poplar Bluff. Those in attendance enjoyed the many exh... Read More

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Admin Retreat

Annually, the Nutrition Program at Aging Matters, directed by Lana Johnson holds an Administrators Retreat. Attending the two-day event are the administrators of the 33 senior centers located in the 18 counties of our district in Southeast Missouri. The purpose of the event is to provide training in various areas to assist the administrators in their everyday responsibilities. This year the retreat was held at Auburn Place Hotel and Suites on May 22nd & 23rd. Programs were presented by Liz Y... Read More

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