Nov 8, 2024 | Dining, Healthy Aging, Malnutrition, Nutrition
In 2024 we held three robust discussions on councils on aging dining program. These overviews brought together dozens of COAs with many questions, suggestions and desires to create or improve current options. Moving forward, MCOA will host bimonthly virtual meetings...
Nov 1, 2024 | Chronic Diseases, Economic Security & Outreach Blog, Fitness, Healthy Aging, Malnutrition, News, Nutrition
Important HIP News Yes, it’s true. DTA announced it’s lowering the monthly HIP benefit for ALL SNAP households to $20 per month, starting December 1, 2024, so the program can run all year long. The program needs $25 million annually but was only funded at $15...
Aug 26, 2024 | Education & Training, Falls Prevention, Fitness, Healthy Aging, Malnutrition, Member Services, Nutrition, Public Health
ActiveAgers data is due in only a few weeks (September 15)! Remember to submit your data covering Jan 1 – Aug 30 to be eligible for individual and COA prizes. See p. 4 for details. Email them (and any questions) to tara@mcoaonline.org Kudos to those who already...
Mar 22, 2024 | Healthy Aging, Malnutrition
As we wind down National Nutrition Month (NNM®), let’s remember good nutrition is important at every life stage. Being well nourished is key to healthy aging. After all, who doesn’t want to avoid chronic diseases, falls, hospitalizations and more? Here you...
