A host of informational seminars for caregivers, older Kansans and those living with disabilities is available thanks to our Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) seminars. AOK Volunteers are located throughout our 18-county region.
Read MoreToday, we honor our veterans and also pray for their families -- especially for the families of those who gave their all for our country.
Read MoreThe North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging (NC-FH AAA) invites older Kansans and caregivers to the Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) Sunflower Connections in Wamego. “COVID-19 has popped our plans for our popular annual Sunflower Fair—so this event is a way for people in this part of Kansas to get trustworthy and practical information on topics important to anyone who is going to celebrate more birthdays,” said Julie Govert Walter, Executive Director of the NC-FH AAA.
Read MoreThe North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging (NC-FH AAA) is excited that the September legal seminar topic will be on the Durable Power of Attorney. The Durable Power of Attorney with Paul Shipp will be held on Zoom on Thursday, September 9th at 5:30 pm.
Read MoreWe still have limited registrations available for our Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) Sunflower Connections event in Marion on September 1s! We are excited to be joined by the popular local group Bob and the Boys for some great tunes!
Read MoreWe still have spots available for our legal seminar, Qualifying for KanCare with Paul Shipp on Thursday, August 19th at 5:30 p.m. by Zoom.
Come hear Paul Shipp, Managing Attorney at Kansas Legal Services, talk about the application process for KanCare.
Read MoreWe know many of you miss our beloved Sunflower Fair that we do each year, so the North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging (NC-FH AAA) is excited to bring something more personal to a community near you. These events are our Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) Sunflower Connections and will feature information and fun for seniors and caregivers.
Read MoreThe North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging will continue offering new Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) Zoom seminars over various topics in the coming months.
Read MoreOur Manhattan, Salina, and Emporia offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 14th for staff training. The Flint Hills Community Clinic located in our Manhattan building will be closed during this time as well. Senior centers and meal centers will be open as normal unless otherwise noted.
All offices will reopen on Thursday, July 15th.
Read MoreThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is continuing to promote Weeks of Action! Each week will focus on engaging a targeted population to encourage action to come to HealthCare.gov during the Special Enrollment Period and enroll in coverage or potentially take advantage of more cost savings.
Read MoreThe North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging (NC-FH AAA) is happy to continue providing Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) Zoom seminars on legal topics. Estate Planning: Avoiding Unintended Consequences will be presented by Paul Shipp, Managing Attorney at Kansas Legal Services, on Thursday, July 8th at 5:30 pm by Zoom.
Read MoreKansans age 60 or over who meet income guidelines and who shop in farmers’ markets in Kansas can boost their health and their wallets thanks to a program that provides money through vouchers to qualified older Kansans.
Read MoreThe North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging will be offering a new Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) Zoom on Thursday, June 10th at 5:30 pm. This seminar will explain the legal problems that can arise from diminishing capacity and how to plan for them. Shipp will also talk about guardians and conservatorship as well as elder abuse.
Read MoreThe North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging is pleased to continue providing our Medicare Basics Zoom seminars in June. The two-part Zoom Medicare Basics seminar series provides an easy-to-understand overview of Medicare, steps to enrollment and explains how Medicare works with employer’s insurance.
Read MoreThe North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging will be offering a new Answers for Older Kansans (AOK) Zoom on Thursday, May 27th at 5:30 pm As seniors’ physical health and lifespans improve, it’s often hard for their financial health to keep up. Will you outlive your income? What happens when you run out of money to pay the bills?
Read MoreMay is Older Americans Month! Come hear Kelsey Pfannenstiel from NC-FH AAA talk about what programs are available through KDADS to help caregivers in Kansas receive assistance in their homes. Older Americans Month-Programs Available to YOU!: A Caregiver Talk Show will be held by Zoom on Wednesday, May 19th at 2:00 pm - guests can attend either online via Zoom or join the Zoom by telephone. You can register at www.ncfhaaa.com/seminars.
Read MoreMore Medicare Basics seminars are coming in May and June. Consumers turning age 65 are bombarded with an avalanche of marketing materials that can be confusing and biased toward a particular insurance company. If you are looking for unbiased answers, attend a Medicare Basics Workshop.
Read MoreHave you recently received one of our annual Needs Assessment surveys in the mail as part of our randomly selected group from our mailing list? If not, we encourage you to fill it out online by clicking below. The NC-FH AAA uses the results of this survey to plan services that seniors, caregivers and people living with disabilities need.
Read MoreThe North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging is excited to announce a new seminar as part of our Answers for Older Kansans program.
Low Income Housing: A Good Legal Option for Seniors will be presented by Paul Shipp, Managing Attorney at Kansas Legal Services, on Thursday, April 29th at 5:30 pm by Zoom. The seminar will cover why low income housing is a good option for seniors, especially those living on a fixed income, and what your rights are.
Read MoreThe role of a caregiver can be a tough one to navigate, but the North Central-Flint Hills Area Agency on Aging is here to provide answers. Come hear CNA Cindy Gaschler from We Care Online talk about important topics and provide tips and answers for those who serve as a caregiver to another individual.
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