Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas

04/07/2026

If you have an interest in this Mercedes Sprinter, give us a call, 870-741-1144.

03/28/2026

Senior Games deadlines are approaching quickly. Get your registrations submitted to join in all the fun events. See ya there!!

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03/28/2026

Public Notice

Public notice is hereby given this 28th day of March, 2026 that
The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas of PO Box 1795, Harrison, AR 72602 has made application for funds
through Section 49 U.S.C. Section 5310 for the purchase of the following type of passenger transportation vehicle:

20’ Transit Conversion Mid-Roof Long Van w/o Rear Lift (12 Passenger)

This vehicle will be used primarily for the following purposes:
For the Prairie Grove Senior Activity and Wellness Center in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, to transport elderly citizens to and from the center to access meal service and socialization activities, grocery shopping, medical appointments, personal appointments and to conduct personal business, etc.

Purchase of the above vehicle is considered essential to the efficient operation of this organization in provision of public transportation services to seniors and individuals with disabilities. There is no intent to infringe upon, or compete with, existing public or private transit operators, including Section 5307, urban public transit operators and Section 5311, rural public transit operators.
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas is requesting a vehicle that is not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. However, Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas does meet the “equivalency of service” requirements to individuals with disabilities in the community.
Any objection should be submitted in writing only to persons listed below. All comments will become a part of this organization’s application and will be a matter of public record. All written comments must be submitted within 30 days of the date of this notice. Any person wishing to request a public hearing on the proposed project must submit a request in writing within 10 days of the date of this notice to the persons listed below:

Angie Dunlap
Director of Senior Center Services
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas
PO Box 1795
Harrison, AR 72602-1795
and to:
Latina Sisco, Section Head
Public Transportation Programs Office
Arkansas Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 2261
Little Rock, AR 72203-2261

03/28/2026

Public Notice

Public notice is hereby given this 28th day of March, 2026 that
The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas of PO Box 1795, Harrison, AR 72602 has made application for funds
through Section 49 U.S.C. Section 5310 for the purchase of the following type of passenger transportation vehicle:

22’ Small Cutaway Bus w/o Lift (13-Passenger)

This vehicle will be used primarily for the following purposes:
For the Billy V Hall Senior Activity and Wellness Center in Gravette, Arkansas, to transport elderly citizens to and from the center to access meal service and socialization activities, grocery shopping, medical appointments, personal appointments and to conduct personal business, etc.

Purchase of the above vehicle is considered essential to the efficient operation of this organization in provision of public transportation services to seniors and individuals with disabilities. There is no intent to infringe upon, or compete with, existing public or private transit operators, including Section 5307, urban public transit operators and Section 5311, rural public transit operators.
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas is requesting a vehicle that is not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act. However, Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas does meet the “equivalency of service” requirements to individuals with disabilities in the community.
Any objection should be submitted in writing only to persons listed below. All comments will become a part of this organization’s application and will be a matter of public record. All written comments must be submitted within 30 days of the date of this notice. Any person wishing to request a public hearing on the proposed project must submit a request in writing within 10 days of the date of this notice to the persons listed below:

Angie Dunlap
Director of Senior Center Services
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas
PO Box 1795
Harrison, AR 72602-1795
and to:
Latina Sisco, Section Head
Public Transportation Programs Office
Arkansas Department of Transportation
P.O. Box 2261
Little Rock, AR 72203-2261

03/23/2026

Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas announces the retirement of Patti Chisum, PERS (Personal Emergency Response System) Coordinator.

After 12+ years of service with the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas, Patti will retire on Friday, April 3, 2026.

Patti began her career with the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas in 2013 as a Financial Clerical Assistant also handling Durable Medical Equipment and Personal Emergency Response System responsibilities. She later transitioned into the role of PERS Coordinator in 2019, where she has continued to make an incredible impact helping our clients.

Throughout her years of dedicated service, she has consistently demonstrated exceptional hospitality, unwavering kindness, and a genuine willingness to support everyone around her. She provides help without hesitation and without expectation. Her commitment to the Agency, clients and to the people she has worked alongside has left a meaningful and lasting impact that will continue to be felt for years to come.

Patti and her husband, Jack, reside in Harrison. She loves spending time with her family, which includes three children, their spouses, and six grandchildren. She enjoys attending her grandchildren’s sporting events and cheering them on in all they do, camping, has a passion for gardening, especially plants and flowers and spending time with friends.

The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas extends congratulations and best wishes to Patti as she begins this new chapter. Thank you, Patti.

03/03/2026

The 2026 Northwest Arkansas Senior Games is right around the corner. Call us at 870-741-1144 if you would like us to mail you a registration form or visit your local senior center in NW Arkansas. Registration deadlines are March 31, 2026, for the pool tournament and April 15, 2026, for all other events. Join us for a great time!

 Celebrating 39 Years of Promoting Aging Well, Living Well Through Activity, Fun and Friendly CompetitionWe are excited to ...

02/27/2026

Now Hiring at our Bentonville Senior Activity Wellness Center!
We’re looking for a dedicated and motivated individuals to join our team. If you’re ready for a new opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply at www.aaanwar.org/Employment

02/27/2026

Now hiring at the Boone County Senior Activity Wellness Center in Harrison, AR.
Apply at www.aaanwar.org/Employment

02/27/2026

Check out our job opportunities at the Siloam Springs Senior Activity Wellness Center
Apply at www.aaanwar.org/Employment

02/27/2026

Now Hiring at our Lowell Senior Center!
Looking for our next great team member!
Apply at www.aaanwar.org/Employment

02/16/2026

In observance of Presidents’ Day, our Offices, Senior Activity Wellness Centers and Adult Day Care will be closed on Monday, February 16.

01/27/2026

Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Arkansas’ Senior Activity Wellness Centers and the Baxter House Adult Day Care will be closed on Tuesday, January 27.
The Regional office and all branch locations will open with a two hour delay.