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Johnson County Aging & Human Services is a department within Johnson County, KS Government.

Johnson County Aging & Human Services is a department within Johnson County government which provides services for older adults, persons with disabilities, and low income residents. There are two divisions within Aging & Human Services - Area Agency on Aging and Outreach Services. Social Media Policy: https://www.jocogov.org/legal-disclosures -media-policy

02/11/2026

☕📖 Want to solve a holiday mystery with us? Join us for Coffee, Books, and Conversation!

Gather with fellow readers to discuss "The Mistletoe Mystery" by Nita Prose over a warm cup of coffee. The Johnson County Area Agency on Aging provides the book at no cost to participants upon registration.

📅 DATE: Tuesday, Dec. 1 ⏰ TIME: 1 - 2:30 p.m. 📍LOCATION: Oak Park Library (Large meeting room)🔗 REGISTER: https://connect.jocogov.org/civicrm-event/2621

For ADA accommodations, contact Jill Zink at 913-715-8860 or [email protected] at least two business days in advance.

31/10/2026

Happy Halloween from the Kansas SHICK / SMP team! 🎃 Medicare doesn't have to be scary. 👻 Talk to a local Johnson County SHICK counselor today for free, unbiased help. 📲Call Johnson County SHICK at 913-715-8856.

29/10/2026

Hope whoever stole our Amazon package was also planning on delivering Home-Delivered Meals today...

Interested in delivering meals to our neighbors? Check out ➡️ jocogov.org/AHSvolunteers or call 913-715-8800.

For clarification, this post is a playful take on a popular social media trend — no county property was stolen! We’re simply having a little fun while spreading the word about our need for Home-Delivered Meals volunteers.

27/10/2026

📬 The latest edition of The Best Times is here! 👉jocogov.org/best-times/november-december-2026

It features a cover story on how the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment's Homebound Immunization Program brings preventive, essential vaccinations directly to homebound residents.

Inside this issue, you’ll find:
⏺ Johnson County Area Agency on Aging launched a Caregiver Needs Survey, available in English and Spanish at jocogov.org/agingservices
⏺Johnson County Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) is hosting several events to help older adults feel confident during Medicare Open Enrollment.
⏺Older Kansans Day is set for Jan. 20, 2027
⏺Director Tim Wholf reminds us that aging touches every aspect of community life. Viewing policy through an “aging lens” ensures decisions today support healthy, connected aging for all.

22/10/2026

is here! Now’s your chance to compare your Medicare coverage options for 2027 to check for lower costs, better coverage, or to make sure your current plan is still the best fit for you.

Johnson County SHICK is here to make reviewing your coverage easier with free, unbiased assistance! Here is how we can help:
🚶 Walk-in assistance: Visit us at the New Century Fieldhouse on Thursdays (1–5 p.m.) and Fridays (9 a.m.–noon). Call 800-860-5260 to schedule! (Reminder: Please bring your Medicare card and a list of prescription medications to your appointment.)
📥 Drop-off service: Pick up a prescription drug plan comparison form at our Olathe office (11811 S. Sunset Dr., Suite 1300) or download it at bit.ly/KSPartD. Drop it in our secure lockbox, and a SHICK counselor will call you to review your options!
💻 Prefer to look on your own? You can also compare plans using Medicare's Plan Finder at www.medicare.gov/plan-compare.
📞 Questions? Speak with a local Johnson County SHICK counselor today for free, confidential support at 913-715-8856.

22/10/2026

We’re looking for a team member to join our Nutrition Program. Help Johnson County Aging & Human Services serve hot meals and brighten the day for our neighbors

🧓 Support 3,500+ older adults through meals and activities.
🗓 On call, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, Number of shifts/week will vary based on center staff needs.
📌 In person supporting all 9 Johnson County Nutrition Program locations
💵 Pay: $14.92 – $20.18 per hour

Ready to touch lives? Apply today! https://careers-jocogov.icims.com/jobs/4012/on-call-nutrition-food-assistant/job

21/10/2026

Caring for a loved one, but not sure where to start?

Trualta is a free online learning platform built specifically to support family caregivers. Through our partnership, you can get access to practical training modules tailored to your situation:

▪️Explore options for changing behaviors
▪️Discover ways to connect with your loved one
▪️Share and learn with fellow caregivers

Sign up for free: joco.trualta.com

21/10/2026

Join us for Caregiver Connection: Giving Thanks to Caregivers. Take a little time for yourself, enjoy a light meal and connect with fellow caregivers as we say thank you for all that you do.

📅 DATE: Friday, Nov. 13 ⏰ TIME: 5 – 6:30 p.m. 📍 LOCATION: Sunset Drive Office Building 🔗 REGISTER: https://connect.jocogov.org/civicrm-event/2600

If you need an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter or another ADA accommodation, please get in touch with Jill Zink at 913-715-8860 or [email protected] at least two business days before the scheduled event or class

19/10/2026

Need food pantry support in JoCo? Call to schedule an appointment: 913-715-6653
Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ⤵️

16/10/2026

Caregivers: We want to hear from YOU! 💬

Are you caring for a loved one, friend or neighbor? Help shape future caregiver resources and services in Johnson County by taking our quick survey!

⏰ Survey closes Dec. 31!
👉 English: https://jocosurvey.jocogov.org/index.php?r=survey/index&sid=585742&lang=en
👉 Español: https://jocosurvey.jocogov.org/index.php?r=survey/index&sid=585742&lang=es

Need a paper survey 📄? Call 913-715-8860.

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Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

+19137158800

Website

https://www.jocogov.org/department/aging-and-human-services, https://www.jocogov.org/legal-disclosures#social-media-poli

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