E ach year, the Kaw Valley Farm Tour takes place during the first weekend of October. More than 30 family farms raising everything from alpacas to zuccini are part of the self-guided tour which allowed participants to plan their own route over the course of two days. Spread across the Kaw River valley area, this year marked the 18th annual event.
and/or veterans’ spouses to ride with the Council on Aging in the Veterans Day Parade on November 11th, 2022. Also, we would love to have pictures of veterans to be posted on the bus in the parade. For more information contact Dawn Dean at 913684-0777.
Starts October 15th, 2022 and ends December 7th, 2022 Call the Leavenworth County Council on Aging to make an appointment to review and/or change your Part D Prescription Drug Plans or Medicare Advantage/ Part C plans for calendar year 2023. Medicare Advantage and Part D plan benefits can change every year- premiums could increase, benefits, and prescription drug plans can change. Take the time to review your plans and make changes if needed. We can also help you research Medigap/ Supplement plans if you are or plan to go with Original Medicare. Call the Council on Aging at 913-684-0777 to make telephone or in-person appointments starting October 15th.
Think about participating in one of the exercise classes offered at the Council on Aging in 2022! There is no fee for participating, and you can join anytime. All classes are offered at the Council on Aging at 1830 S.
Friday, October 21st at 1:00pm. Break out your creative costumes or spooky attire! Join us for treats and costumed fun.
We are available to assist with your transportation needs for seniors age 50 and over, as well as persons of any age with disabilities in our accessible fleet. Services include shopping and business (bank/post office) trips once per week, and hairdresser appointments as well as transportation to medical trips and for work.
For seniors, oral health is an essential, yet often overlooked aspect of living a healthy lifestyle. Maintaining good oral hygiene for older adults is critical in not only preventing oral health issues, but also potentially serious chronic illnesses, including heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.
The Deeper Window Association, in collaboration with the Council on Aging, offers Let’s Roll with Sister Vicki, a mobile respite program for people living with early to moderate dementia. This nonmedical program gives people living with dementia peer engagement, community service, physical opportunities, and social and cognitive stimulation followed by a delicious treat every Tuesday from 11:00 am – 3:30 pm.