Central Plains Area Agency on Aging

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!

03/06/2026

The best way to stop scammers? Stay informed and prepared!

If you need to report a scam or learn more, use these trusted resources:
• Federal Trade Commission – ReportFraud.ftc.gov
• FBI (Internet Crime Complaint Center) – ic3.gov
• Medicare – 1-800-MEDICARE
• Social Security Administration – oig.ssa.gov

03/06/2026

Scammers may pretend to be Medicare, a government agency, or even a family member in trouble — all to get your personal information or money.

Remember: Real agencies won’t call and pressure you for sensitive details.

Pause. Verify. Protect yourself.

03/05/2026

Scammers don’t act randomly — they target their audience intentionally

03/05/2026

Social media and text message scams are becoming more common — and more convincing.
When in doubt, pause and check it out!

03/04/2026

Learn the warning signs and how to protect yourself against scams!
A few simple steps can make a big difference.

03/04/2026

National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW) is observed annually from March 1–7.

This week is dedicated to raising awareness about fraud, scams, and consumer rights, and to helping individuals protect themselves from deceptive practices.

Throughout the week, we will be sharing important information and resources related to fraud prevention, common scams, and your rights as a consumer.

To learn more, visit the Federal Trade Commission’s National Consumer Protection Week page: https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/03/welcome-ncpw-2026

02/28/2026

https://www.kmuw.org/the-range/2026-02-20/with-the-purple-line-project-living-with-dementia-doesnt-have-to-mean-staying-home

The Purple Line Project aims to help Wichita-area businesses be more welcoming to people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, as well as their caregivers.

02/23/2026

** Harvey County Department on Aging is Moving! **

With remodeling work completed on the Harvey County-owned building at 215 S. Pine St. in Newton, additional offices will soon be on the move from the Harvey County Courthouse to Pine Street.

The Harvey County Department on Aging will be closed to in-person services from Feb. 26 to March 5. The department anticipates debuting its office space on the first floor of the Pine Street building March 6.

Transportation rides through Harvey County Interurban will continue to be available during the office move. For questions about ridership or scheduling during this time, contact Interurban at 316-284-6802.

Dates for closings and reopenings are subject to change.

Walk-in and phone services may be disrupted during each move. To contact a County department by email, visit their department page on the County’s website,

Harvey County KS Landing Page

02/21/2026

Care Day is more than appreciation — it’s a reminder that caregivers need care too 💙

02/18/2026

Don’t forget that the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment runs from January 1 to March 31! Now is the time to discuss changes surrounding your Medicare Advantage plan with a SHICK counselor.

SHICK counselors are here to assist you with your Medicare questions and concerns. If you would like to schedule an appointment, call 800.860.5260 today for free, unbiased, and confidential assistance.