March 2022

Middle Alabama Area Agency on Aging (M4A) partners with other key stakeholders to protect older adults from mistreatment M4A, in partnership with several key stakeholders, has brought together a network of multi-disciplinary agencies and organizations as one strong force to create the Elder Justice Alliance of Shelby County. The mission of the Elder Justice Alliance

Image link: https://images.pexels.com/photos/3407978/pexels-photo-3407978.jpeg. M4A has permission to use this photo by the editor. The pandemic has been difficult across all age groups, but the elderly population is arguably one of the hardest hit. Not only are they vulnerable to more severe complications from the coronavirus, but they’re also the most in need of help when

Staying in touch with family members from afar is always challenging, but luckily there are ways to bridge the gap. Adopting some simple, senior-friendly technologies such as tablets and virtual assistants can make a big difference in your senior’s ability to feel connected to family. Along with good technology, a strong internet connection will be

M4A announces Project Life Connect By Stephen Dawkins Published 3:34 pm Wednesday, November 29, 2017 NORTH SHELBY – Project Life Connect, which is designed to provide critical information for first responders during an emergency situation at residents’ homes, was launched on Tuesday, Nov. 28. The project was announced by the Middle Alabama Area Agency on

THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION POSTED A GREAT ARTICLE ABOUT GIVING WISELY IN THE AFTERMATH OF A DISASTER LIKE THE LAS VEGAS SHOOTING. M4A WANTS TO REMIND YOU THAT YOU SHOULD ALWAYS BE AWARE OF POTENTIAL SCAMS AND UNDERSTAND FALLING FOR THIS SCAM MAY HAVE IMPACT ON YOU AND YOUR FINANCES. GIVE WISELY TO HELP SHOOTING

BY CLINT NIEMEYER, PUBLIC INFORMATION SPECIALIST, ALABAMA SECURITIES COMMISSION More than any other segment of the U.S. population, our state and nation’s senior citizens are attractive targets for scams and financial exploitation by unscrupulous financial predators. Studies reveal that financial exploitation of seniors costs more than $2.9 billion per year, and for each case of

M4A is pleased to announce our brand new booklet entitled “Dementia Friendly Professionals and Caregivers”. This publication was written and designed by Jan Neal, Jan Neal Law Firm, LLC who is our Legal Service Provider. The 20-page booklet is an invaluable resource for anyone wanting to become Dementia Knowledgeable; Dementia Sensitive, and Dementia Responsive. M4A