AgeGuide’s 5^th Annual Aging Summit is bringing together professionals, advocates, community leaders and partners to explore what it takes to create livable communities where people can thrive at every age. This event would not be possible without the organizations investing in this work alongside us.

From housing and health to food, caregiving, connection and supportive services, creating truly livable communities requires collaboration across sectors. We thank AARP, Addus HomeCare and Top Box Foods for supporting the 5^th Annual Aging Summit.

The Older Americans Act (OAA) has been a cornerstone of aging services in the United States for more than 60 years. Through the OAA, communities across the country are able to provide services that help older adults remain independent and connected, from home-delivered meals and transportation to caregiver support, health promotion and other essential programs.

Today, the OAA is at an important point in its history. The law has been due for reauthorization since 2024, meaning Congress has an opportunity to review the Act and modernize it to better reflect the needs of older adults and family caregivers today.

Written by Bridget Elliot, Grants Manger for DuPage Senior Citizens Council

Fifty years ago, a small group of volunteers in DuPage County noticed that older residents and neighbors were facing challenges that made it hard to remain healthy, safe and independent in their homes. Believing no senior should have to face those challenges alone, they came together to help. 

That grassroots effort became the DuPage Senior Citizens Council (DSCC), launching a tradition of neighbors helping neighbors for the last 50 years. 

September is a time to celebrate healthy aging, and the places that help make it possible. During Healthy Aging Month and National Senior Center Month, we recognize the many ways older adults can stay active, connected and engaged throughout their lives. We also celebrate senior centers and the important role they play in supporting those goals every day.

Today’s senior centers are much more than meeting spaces. They are community hubs where older adults can exercise, learn something new, enjoy a meal, connect with friends, volunteer and access important programs and resources.

September is a time to celebrate healthy aging, and the places that help make it possible. During Healthy Aging Month and National Senior Center Month, we recognize the many ways older adults can stay active, connected and engaged throughout their lives. We also celebrate senior centers and the important role they play in supporting those goals every day.

Today’s senior centers are much more than meeting spaces. They are community hubs where older adults can exercise, learn something new, enjoy a meal, connect with friends, volunteer and access important programs and resources.

In this episode of Aging Well, we welcome Courtney Hedderman, Senior Associate Director for Advocacy and Outreach at AARP Illinois. As scams become increasingly sophisticated and costly, Courtney shares why fraud can happen to anyone and how criminals are using technology, artificial intelligence, emotional manipulation, and impersonation tactics to target people of all ages. 



Listeners will learn about the most common scams today, including imposter scams, romance scams, tech support fraud, and cryptocurrency-related schemes.

September is also Kinship Care Month, which honors grandparents and relatives who step in to raise children when parents are unable. It’s a time to celebrate their vital role and connect families to supportive resources.

AgeGuide has resources through the Kinship Family Program for relatives raising children in place of their parents. Contact AgeGuide for more information.

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