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Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging Inc., advocates on aging is
sues, builds community partnerships and implements programs within Shawnee, Jefferson and Douglas Counties to help seniors live independent and dignified lives.
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A place to turn for help

Resources for Caregivers
including Support Groups
Community Assistance
and more....


Click HERE to use the

Self Assessment Tool.


 
Explore your options

JAAA can help you get access to the

services available to Kansas seniors.
There are options and solutions that meet your special needs to maintain your independence.


 

JAAA provides a number of direct and contracted services for the 60+ populations.

  • Nutrition Programs
  • Personal Care Programs
  • Transportation Programs
  • Companion Visitor Program
  • Case Management

     and more....

Kansas Aging and Disability Resource Center

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging and Disability Resource Center assists individuals with disabilities,individuals with traumatic brain injury and older adults and their caregivers with finding information about long-term supports and services. The Aging and Disability Resource Center is intended to serve every community as a highly visible and trusted places where people of all incomes and ages can get information on the full range of long term support options and can access a single entry point to public long term support programs and benefits. 

Through the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) you can access resources, Options Counseling, Information/  Assistance and Referral.  

To access by phone call 1-855-200-ADRC(2372)

SHICK graphic logo

Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) is a free program offering older Kansans an opportunity to talk with trained, community volunteers and get answers to questions about Medicare and other insurance issues. Our SHICK coordinator provides you with many resources that will help you with your struggle through the Medicare maze. Medicare, Medicare Supplement Insurance, Long-Term Care and other health insurance subjects that concern older Kansans.

Volunteer Opportunities

Those who can, do.  Those who can do more, volunteer.  ~Author Unknown

Please visit our volunteer page and to learn information on becoming a volunteer at

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging.

CLICK HERE

EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS

2012-2013 EDITION

Explore Your Options 2013

Explore Your Options Directory of Services

DOUGLAS COUNTY - CLICK HERE

JEFFERSON COUNTY - CLICK HERE

SHAWNEE COUNTY - CLICK HERE

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging Nutrition Program is pleased to offer a dining opportunity called CHAMPSS, a  program for adults 60 or older and their spouses.

What is the CHAMPSS program? 
CHAMPSS, which stands for Choosing Healthy Appetizing Meal Plan Solutions for Seniors, is offered through the Older Americans Act, a federally funded program, and the Nutrition Program/AAA, in partnership with Topeka Hy-Vee, Dillons, Mac Grill, and Rosies Diner.

To learn more AND register for this new program for seniors, plan to attend an enrollment session soon. 

Please call JAAA at 785-235-1367 for locations and times. 

C.H.A.M.P.S.S. JAAA REORDER FORM
(CHAMPSS - Chosing Healthy Appetizing Plan Solutions for Seniors - suggested donation per meal is $3.00)

 

Click on Kansas SMP Logo for more information on the program.

Check out the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Justice website on stopping Medicae Fraud.

CLICK HERE

Jayhawk Area Agency's Executive Summary on Needs Assesment Survey

Today's retirees live longer, healthier, active lives. With minimal outside assistance, seniors can stay independent and active even as age begins to take its toll. As the baby boomer generation enters retirement, it is imperative that our communities prepare for the increase in our senior population. Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging is looking to ensure that options continue to be available for our aging citizens. Jayhawk area Agency on Aging gathered input from our community members to assess the future needs in Douglas, Jefferson and Shawnee counties. To view the summary of the Needs Assesment Survey

click here:Executive Summary of Needs Assesment Survey

Resources for the older adults in your life

Eldercare Locator is a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging. The Eldercare Locator is the first step to finding resources for older adults in any U.S. community. Type in your zip code and find an instant connection to resources that enable older persons to live independently in their communities. The service links those who need assistance with state and local area agencies on aging and community-based organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers.

Supporters

Donations are graciously accepted.


Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (JAAA) receives funds from U.S. Health & Human Services Administration on Aging; Kansas Dept. on Aging; Douglas, Jefferson and Shawnee Counties and the cities of Topeka and Lawrence, Kansas.

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Inc. is a 501 C (3) Non-Profit corporation.

Private donations are gladly accepted and appreciated!

   

Guardian Angel Fund


 

 

 

Amazing Aging Winter 2013


Now available online!

Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging's Amazing Aging newsletter. The focus of the newsletter is for seniors and those who love them. Advocacy, action and answers on aging in Shawnee, Jefferson and Douglas counties.

Read it here:
Amazing Aging Online Publication
You can also get a copy of our newsletter by simply picking up your latest edition of

KAW VALLEY SENIOR MONTHLY!

 

Check out our past issues of Amazing Aging CLICK HERE

National Do Not Call

Registry

Click on Telephone for online registration or call:

1.888.382.1222

TTY/TTD 1.800.290.4236

Tai Chi for Health
Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging
2910 SW Topeka Blvd.,
Topeka, Kansas
785.235.1367

Contact us for registration and a current schedule of classes. Advanced and beginner classes available.

CLICK HERE for printable flyer.

Pre-Registration required!

Shawnee County Parks and Recreation

SENIOR ADULTS (50+) pg. 37

CITY OF TOPEKA, KANSAS
UTILITY FRANCHISE FEE
REFUND PROGRAM APPLICATION

Franchise Fee Application 2012

 

 
 

Advocacy

Kansas Silver Haired Legistlature


Supporting Agencies

Every year, Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging, Inc. awards Federal Older Americans Act dollars to agencies, businesses and organizations that in turn provide services that help seniors remain in their own homes.

Visit this section for more information on the grant process and agency listing of grant recipients that provide services for seniors.