Blog posts by VANTAGE.
Every day, we are presented with choices. A lot of them are so seemingly small that we don’t notice just how many decisions we face. What did you wear today? What time did you leave the house? Where did you go? While these kinds of
Older adults face unique challenges when it comes to being active in the community. But, they might not become apparent until they’re faced head-on. It’s often small details that make the difference between an age friendly community that promotes a positive perspective on aging, and
Medicare will mail new Medicare cards between April 2018 and April 2019. Your card will have a new Medicare Number instead of your Social Security number. What is a Medicare card? Every person with Medicare should have a Medicare card. Your red, white, and blue Medicare
Colleen, 67, receives support from VANTAGE Home Wellness Solutions 3 times a week. With the help of her health aide, Colleen is able to stay independent at the home that has been in her family for decades. Colleen’s Story The oldest of 4 siblings, Colleen’s
Kim Bowen, 62, will graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in sociology in July. During a social gerontology class, she heard about VANTAGE Aging and felt immediately connected. She is now a volunteer for the AmeriCorps Seniors program, the nation’s largest
Unexpected perspectives have a way of catching our eyes. Just ask Akron-based artist Jennifer Worden. For the last two years, she has created custom, one-of-a-kind awards for the VANTAGE SOAR Awards (Summit Oscars for Aging Resources). SOAR Awards recognizes the individuals and organizations who better
Clyde Doutt, 71, volunteers with VANTAGE Aging, dedicating his time to addressing food insecurity in older adults. Through VANTAGE programs and services, Clyde helps coordinate food donations that help seniors stay healthy at home and active in the community. Clyde’s Story You’re never too old
Over 40 years after our founding, the Mature Services’ team is thrilled to announce that we are changing our name to VANTAGE Aging. Since we were founded in 1975, our goal has been to help older adults remain independent in their homes and active in
