AZ Health & Elder Law

04/10/2026

https://agingcaresolutions.org/registration/

04/10/2026

Join us for the FREE Senior Helpful Options Expo on April 16 from 5-7pm or April 17 9am-Noon at Grace Point Church. *A NEW Panel Discussion for seniors and adult children will take place on April 16 starting at 6:45!!

04/10/2026

04/10/2026

Do you need assistance with a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia? AgeGuide can help! We can provide money to help cover services such as home care, grocery services, wander prevention systems, other goods and/or services, home improvements and more! The program provides money that can be used on services and supports that enhance an older adult’s ability to remain in their home. Visit www.ageguide.org/family-caregiver-program to find your local Caregiver Resource Center for more information.

04/10/2026

AgeGuide is hosting three Advocacy Breakfast Collaboratives across our region! Elected officials, aging network providers, local partners, and concerned citizens are invited to participate in a community discussion about current issues facing Illinois older adults, caregivers & families. Join us for one or all of the sessions! Register here: https://bit.ly/2026-advocacy-breakfasts

03/13/2026

March 22 is . Understanding your health care rights can make navigating a serious or chronic medical diagnosis easier. Join me in learning more and helping others understand their rights with Triage Cancer. https://triagecancer.org/HealthCareRightsDay

02/26/2026

02/24/2026

📢 Advocacy works, and we’re seeing the results. After months of negotiations, federal funding for Older Americans Act (OAA) programs has been finalized through the end of the fiscal year. This progress reflects the collective efforts of aging advocates nationwide and underscores why showing up and engaging with legislators truly matters.

President Trump signed into law the remaining appropriations bills, finalizing federal funding for the rest of the fiscal year, which runs through September 30. After a long and often unpredictable FY 2026 appropriations process, Older Americans Act (OAA) programs, along with other critical aging services, are now fully funded through the end of the year.

Read more on the blog: https://ageguide.org/advocacy-spotlight-older-americans-act-funding-secured-and-advocacy-in-action/

02/20/2026

Save the date for the Illinois State TRIAD Association 2026 Conference on April 23, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Plainfield Fire Protection District Headquarters. This free, one-day conference will focus on critical issues impacting older adults, highlighting best practices, interagency collaboration, and building strong, sustainable TRIAD programs. Designed for law enforcement, senior service agencies, and fire and medical professionals, the event will feature a keynote address by Dr. Jennifer Stelter, Psy.D., DCS, DCSCT.