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Living Healthy Workshop Participants

We had a fantastic group recently complete our 6-week Living Healthy workshop at the Venice Senior Friendship Center! If you are interested in attending an upcoming class for tips on managing your health effectively, call our Elder Helpline at 866-413-5337 or email us at workshops@aaaswfl.org.

JULY 2022 SHINE Medicare Webinar Schedule

SHINE will be hosting virtual classes for anyone interested in learning more about Medicare.
JULY 2022 Schedule
To request SHINE counseling, call the Elder Helpline at 866-413-5337 or visit www.floridashine.org to submit a contact request.

Enrolling in Medicare Through the Social Security Administration (SSA)

With recent changes to SSA's enrollment options and availability and limited-time equitable relief available, consumers need to stay informed. Click here to learn about enrolling in Medicare through SSA. 

If you need help understanding how to enroll in Medicare through the Social Security Administration or troubleshoot a Part B enrollment error, call 866-413-5337 to request SHINE services. 

To learn about Medicare, join SHINE throughout the month for our educational webinars via Zoom. We hope to see you soon!

Medicare Minute

There are certain types of care that Medicare doesn’t cover. In addition to learning about these exclusions, click here to read about other ways of accessing or paying for these services.

Wearing Purple for WEAAD

The purpose of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older adults by raising awareness.

If you missed the WEAAD virtual event on 6/15, you can access it here: 
Elder Abuse: It's More Than Scams

You Could Change Someone's Life


Become a Certified Leader for one of our Health & Wellness Programs
Contact Liliana Hernandez at 239-652-6915 or workshops@aaaswfl.org for volunteer opportunities or to register for an upcoming program.
Team News

We're Hiring!

The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida is looking to fill on-site positions (Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM), including:
  • Case Managers
  • Fiscal Specialist
  • Information and Referral Specialist
  • Network Analyst
  • Program Specialist - Program and Planning Department
APPLY HERE

Waves of Change: Aging Redefined

Advocates and professionals that provide services to the aging community are invited to attend The SE4A 2022 Conference, Waves of Change: Aging Redefined. The conference will be held September 11-14 in Amelia Island, Florida. The SE4A conference brings together speakers, experts and advocates from all over the country for an opportunity to connect and share valuable aging resources in-person. 
Attendees will have access to various in-person presentations during the four day conference and leave with valuable resources that could help change the aging industry. These innovative presentations and resources are focused on getting ahead of the curve and finding unique ways to adapt to the evolving needs of the aging community. 

Click here to learn more about the SE4A Conference details.

Giving Back

To learn how you can continue supporting the Agency's efforts to provide resources to older adults and adults with disabilities in Southwest Florida, click the DONATE button below.
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