St. Louis Area Agency on Aging

SMP Scam Warning! If you are mailed a plastic Medicare card, don't "activate" it. Medicare is not sending plastic Medicare cards. This is a scam. If you get this letter, please report it to the SMP.

Yesterday, we lit the Missouri Capitol dome purple in recognition of Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Far too many vulnerable adults fall victim to abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation.

Anyone who suspects a senior or disabled Missourian is being abused, neglected, bullied, or exploited should report to the Missouri Adult Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-392-0210, which is operational from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., 365 days a year. Online reporting is also available 24/7 at Health.Mo.Gov/abuse.

Yesterday, the staff of SLAAA/DHS (City of St. Louis Department of Human Services) recognized June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Please help us raise awareness by sharing this post!

An estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10, older Americans experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Working together across our networks, we can generate awareness and foster action to end elder abuse. For questions regarding reporting Fraud or Scams, call the St. Louis Area Agency on Aging at (314) 612-5918. For the Elder Abuse and Neglect Hotline, call (800) 392-0210.

Let’s work to keep everyone safe as we age. Learn more at Health.Mo.Gov/weaad

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15th.

Older people are mistreated more often than we think due to the lack of supports for older people in our communities. It doesn’t have to be this way. Get involved in creating a stronger society that safeguards our communities and prevents abuse.

Expose ageist ideas and norms, prevent elder abuse! https://ncea.usc.edu/weaad

There is still time to sign up for the Virtual 1 Mile Awareness Walk Weekend.

We are 4 days away from our Virtual 1 Mile Awareness Walk Weekend. Join friends, family, and co-workers June 12-June 14th by wearing purple, walking 1 mile and posting a selfie or group photo. More information and registration, https://www.agingahead.org/events/virtual-1-mile-awareness-walk-weekend-6-12-26/

Make sure to check on older adults during this time of extreme heat.

🌡️ Dangerous heat is expected across the St. Louis area beginning Tuesday and continuing through Thursday, with heat index values potentially exceeding 105°F.

Now is the time to prepare. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activity during the hottest parts of the day, seek air-conditioned spaces when possible, and check on older adults, young children, and neighbors who may be more vulnerable to heat-related illness.

Taking simple precautions can help prevent serious heat-related health impacts. Stay informed and stay .

🎉 What a fantastic way to wrap up Medicare Fraud Prevention Week!

Today, we visited the Five Star Senior Center, and it was our biggest turnout of the week! The crowd had an absolute blast playing Senior Medicare Patrol BINGO.

🎰 Everyone went home with a new T-shirt and custom MFPW puzzles to keep the learning going. Most importantly, our guest speaker shared vital tips on how to prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud. 🛡️

A huge thank you to the Five Star Senior Center team for hosting this wonderful event and helping us protect our community!🤝💙