Escambia County Agency on Aging

11/24/2025

Escambia County AOA announces its closure on Thursday and Friday in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday. May your holiday be filled with blessings and safety.

11/20/2025

4 ways to get info and help during :
1. Go to www.Medicare.gov/plan-compare
2. Call 1-800-MEDICARE
3. Look at your Medicare & You 2026 handbook
4. Contact AL SHIP 1-800-243-5463

11/17/2025

From navigating benefit information to finding support, this caregiving toolkit offers resources to help navigate the caregiving journey. Explore it today: https://go.nia.nih.gov/40gP3A4

11/09/2025

11/09/2025

If you have an appointment with a Medicare insurance agent to discuss a new Medicare plan, know that there are certain rules they need to abide by.
Agents can't talk to you about other Medicare or insurance products that you didn't request when you made the appointment. If they do, this is a violation. Report it to the SMP. AL SMP 1-800-243-5463

11/07/2025

It may be hard to know the difference between age-related changes and the first signs of dementia, but memory loss that disrupts daily life is not a typical part of aging. Learn how to identify warnin...

11/04/2025

Home health care can be a lifeline for people recovering from illness or injury or managing chronic conditions. It helps patients stay safe and independent at home, with support from skilled professionals. Many don’t realize it’s fully covered by Medicare for those who qualify.

Download our e-book, "Your Guide to Understanding Home Health Care," to learn more about what home health is and isn't, who is eligible, FAQs, how to get started and more: https://hubs.li/Q03QN44b0

11/04/2025

Older adults across the U.S. are facing increased food insecurity as the government shutdown threatens to delay SNAP, Meals on Wheels, and other vital programs. If you or someone you care for relies on these resources, it's more important than ever to k...

11/04/2025

Late post: We are deeply grateful to Marie Morris and the exceptional team of women who worked tirelessly to transform the center, Shaun Moye for providing outstanding music, and to our reliable vendors for their steadfast support, Charlie Wilson for serving as a fantastic emcee, whose unwavering dedication to our events is truly inspiring. Thank you to everyone for participating in our celebration.

11/04/2025

November is Diabetes Awareness Month! Discover ways to manage your blood sugar and stay healthy. Visit us at alabamapublichealth.gov/diabetes/news.html for more information.

11/04/2025

Did you know over 6 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s—and many more with other forms of dementia?
Watch this video about how Alzheimer’s changes the brain.
https://youtu.be/hEw1Yq_4PaA?si=S3JNtWg7W5sKdKS_

10/27/2025