Aging Articles

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.

March 1, 2024 | Posted in Aging
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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.

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.

January 22, 2024 | Posted in Aging
SAGECare platinum 2024

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.

January 8, 2024 | Posted in Aging
KC Fresh Rx class 2023

In 2023, participants in a new “produce prescription" program got a chance to learn habits to improve their health. 

December 18, 2023 | Posted in Aging
Legislative breakfast 2024 whole room

The Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) hosted the Leadership in Aging Network’s annual Legislative Briefing on Successful Aging in Community.

November 2, 2023 | Posted in Aging
CHWs with letters

The federal government has added Community Health Workers (CHWs) to an official jobs handbook.

October 26, 2023 | Posted in Aging
CHW visiting home

This new series will put a spotlight on the many benefits Community Health Workers, or CHWs, bring to our region.

September 26, 2023 | Posted in Aging
Heartland Caregiving Conference banner

The Heartland Caregiving Conference invites family caregivers in the Kansas City metro to learn best practices in self-care and caregiving.

September 22, 2023 | Posted in Aging
KC Communities for All Ages park visit

A group representing cities that participate in the KC Communities for All Ages recognition program visited two new age-friendly parks in Johnson County earlier this month.