Central Plains Area Agency on Aging

04/20/2026

National Volunteer Week is a great time to get involved! Find opportunities to make a difference in your community by volunteering with your Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) and Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)!

Learn more about volunteering here: smpresource.news/volunteering or call our office at 800-367-7298 to learn more about becoming a SHICK volunteer.

04/20/2026

Looking for a way to stay active and engaged within Sedgwick County?

AmeriCorps Seniors connects adults 55+ with meaningful service opportunities that strengthen Sedgwick County and changes lives. Share your talents by delivering meals to families in need, or help older adults live independently. Make an impact and stay connected.

To learn more, call 316-660-5120 or email scrsvp@sedgwick.gov.

04/17/2026

AARP Fraud Watch NetworkTM can help you protect yourself against identity theft. Join for a free document-shredding event in your community.
Reserve your spot for AARP Kansas’ shredding event. Your documents will be shredded on-site, free of charge.

The free drive thru shred event in the WSU Hughes Metroplex N parking lot on Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. A sweepstakes will be held to give away two personal shredders.

Attendees are encouraged to register in advance through this link https://events.aarp.org/nLKVqr

Registering automatically enters you into the sweepstakes drawing.

04/16/2026

Join us for Wellness in the Park as we celebrate Older Americans Month and honor the impact of the Older Americans Act! 💙

Each May, communities across the country recognize the contributions of older adults while promoting healthy aging—and this year’s theme, “Champion Your Health,” is all about taking an active role in your well-being through prevention, wellness, and informed choices that support independence.

This year is extra special as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Irene Hart Award. This award annually honors an individual or organization that has made a significant contribution to the field of aging within Butler, Harvey, and Sedgwick counties.

Come be part of this FREE event featuring interactive activities, group fitness, wellness resources, live health demonstrations, and more!

📅 May 19th | 1–4 PM
📍 Plum Shelter, Sedgwick County Park (Wichita)

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors!
A full schedule of events will be released soon, so stay tuned.

Let’s celebrate wellness, independence, and healthy aging—together! 💪✨

04/10/2026

03/26/2026

🍉Today's Nutrition Tip of the day is on 20 ways to enjoy fruits and vegetables!
Add more flavor, color, vitamins, fiber, and minerals to your plate!

For more information about congregate or home-delivered meal services for adults 60+ in Butler, Harvey, or Sedgwick County, contact CPAAA at 316-660-5120.

03/24/2026

🥦 Today's Nutrition tip of the day is on smart plant-based eating!
Focus on colorful fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds to get a balanced, nutritious diet.

For more information about congregate or home-delivered meal services for adults 60+ in Butler, Harvey, or Sedgwick County, contact CPAAA at 316-660-5120.

03/19/2026

🍽️ Today's Nutrition Tip of the day is food safety!
Always wash utensils, cutting boards, and countertops after preparing raw foods, and refrigerate raw meat, poultry, and seafood promptly to prevent foodborne illness.

For more information about congregate or home-delivered meal services for adults 60+ in Butler, Harvey, or Sedgwick County, contact CPAAA at 316-660-5120.

03/17/2026

🥪 Today's Nutrition Tip is Quick meals on the run!
Keep healthy snacks and easy-to-assemble ingredients handy—think wraps, salads in a jar, or fruit and nut packs—to fuel your day without skipping nutrition.

For more information about congregate or home-delivered meal services for adults 60+ in Butler, Harvey, or Sedgwick County, contact CPAAA at 316-660-5120.

03/13/2026

March is National Nutrition Month! 🍅

All month long, we’ll be sharing health tips from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to help you eat well and feel your best.

🥫 Today's Tip: Keep a well-stocked pantry! Having nutritious staples on hand makes it easier to prepare healthy meals anytime.

For more information about congregate or home-delivered meal services for adults 60+ in Butler, Harvey, or Sedgwick County, contact CPAAA at 316-660-5120.

03/11/2026

A research team at Dartmouth College is evaluating the potential of smartphone apps to diagnose early Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). They're recruiting people with early signs of ADRD and healthy individuals to test an app they co-created with people impacted by ADRD. Participants will complete a brief survey and four behavioral tasks on their app (1.5-2 hours) and receive a $30 Amazon gift card for their time.

03/07/2026

Thank you for joining us for National Consumer Protection Week! 💙

We’re proud to help keep our community informed and protected from scams and fraud.

If you’re interested in CPAAA offering a community education program on scams for your group or organization, give us a call at 800-367-7298 or 316-660-5120

Together, we can keep our community safe and informed!