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November 4, 2025
2025 Florida Aging Summit: Advancing Opportunities for Older Adults Across Florida
Advantage Aging Solutions is proud to support the 2025 Florida Aging Summit!
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Join us on Wednesday, November 19th at the DoubleTree Tallahassee for a half-day event exploring the future of aging in Florida. The summit, hosted by News Service of Florida, will bring together state leaders, health systems, and aging-services providers to discuss priorities such as healthy aging, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, long-term services and supports, housing, caregiving, and workforce solutions.
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Our very own Lisa Bretz, will be speaking on Aging in Place: Building Supportive Communities for Older Adults. Florida faces a growing demand for long-term care services as its aging population expands. This panel will explore innovative strategies to strengthen the state’s caregiving workforce, expand long-term care capacity, and increase access to high-quality, home- and community-based care options. Experts from healthcare, policy, and workforce development sectors will discuss challenges such as recruitment and retention of direct care workers, funding and infrastructure needs, and the role of Medicaid, family caregivers, and technology in meeting future care demands. Join us for a forward-looking conversation on building a sustainable and equitable long-term care system for Florida's seniors and people with disabilities.
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Receive FREE ADMISSION by using Summit2025 when you register. Register Here!
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As Florida continues to lead the nation in its percentage of older residents, the Florida Aging Summit offers a timely platform to explore critical topics such as healthy aging, dementia care, long-term services and supports, caregiving, workforce development, housing, transportation, and inclusive community design. Bringing together professionals from government, healthcare, social services, academia, and the private sector, this summit fosters collaboration and innovation in aging policy and practice.
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DETAILS:
Date & Time: Wednesday November 19, 2025, 8:30am-12:00pm
Location: Doubletree Tallahassee, 101 S Adams St, Tallahassee, FL 32301
Contact: Angela Phillips, Event Manager, at aphillips@govexec.com
November 3, 2025
SNAP benefits will not be issued until Federal Funding is Restored.
Amid the federal shutdown, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits will not be issued until federal funding is restored. It is estimated that more than 21,000 seniors (age 60+) in Leon and surrounding counties depend on SNAP to purchase groceries.
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Advantage Aging Solutions, the designated Area Agency on Aging serving seniors in fourteen North Florida counties, and its senior nutrition providers encourage individuals age 60 and older to reach out to congregate sites in their county to access hot nutritious meals.
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To locate a congregate meal site near you, please click on the link below or contact our Elder Helpline at 1-866-467-4624. Please note that each individual site may have varied meal times.
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Click here to view a list of our active meal sites throughout our 14 county service area.
October 2025
Click here to view our October newsletter
Click here to view our October newsletter
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In this newsletter:
- World Agism Day is October 9th: Let’s #TalkAboutAgeism
- Put "Medicare Coverage" on Your To-do List Today!: The Medicare Open Enrollment Period is starting October 15th!
- October is Pedestrian Safety Month: A Good Opportunity to Increase Awareness
- Driving and Older Adults: Are you safe while driving?
- Learn about the CarFit program: Do you feel uncomfortable driving? CarFit may be able to help!
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We are currently looking to fill our CCOA Meeting Schedule for 2026! You can sign up to be a presentor, breakfast host or both! Please read the requirements carefully before signing up.
October 2025
Exciting Announcement!
Advantage Aging Solutions is pleased to inform the community that our agency began serving seniors directly on September 8th at the Jefferson County Senior Center.
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Services include healthy daily meals, educational events and social engagement. Come for the food, stay for the friends! We'd love to connect with the community to extend our reach throughout the county.
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We are also seeking volunteers to assist in expanding our services through community engagement. Please call us if you are interested in volunteering
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Please call us at 1-866-467-4624 for more information.
September 26, 2025
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Notice of Intent
Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc.
Notice of Intent to Negotiate Exceptional Purchase
Contracts Pursuant to Section 287.012, Florida Statutes
September 26, 2025
The Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc. (hereinafter "AAANF") noticed a Request for Proposal for the Community Care for the Elderly Program Lead Agency Designation for Washington County on July 7, 2025, pursuant to Sections 287.057 and 420.203, Florida Statutes (hereinafter the "Proposal"). Providers were required by the Proposal to complete and submit by July 28, 2025, a formal Notice of Intent to Submit a Proposal for 2025/2026 Community Care for the Elderly Lead Agency Designation.
Said Notice, in addition to the Request for Proposal and notice thereof, provided that: Proposals and associated documents must be uploaded to the Procurement Portal no later than 4:00 pm, Eastern Time on Friday, August 29, 2025.
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No changes, modifications, or additions to the proposals submitted will be accepted after the submission deadline. However, AAANF may seek clarifications from proposers. Proposals not received within the Procurement Portal by the specified date and time per the AAANF’s clock will be rejected.
The submission deadline passed with only one complete proposal received in accordance with the RFP Guidelines.
As a result of receiving only one RFP response, and verifying the eligibility of the bidder, it is the intent of the AAANF to negotiate and award a single source contract to Holmes County Council on Aging to serve as the designated CCE Lead Agency for Washington County upon completion of successful negotiation.
September Capital Coalition on Aging Meeting Reminder
We hope to build back up our monthly attendance to 50-60 each month - a goal we can only accomplish together by sharing the invitation to aging professionals we know that are not current members and reminding our colleagues who are on our member list.
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Don’t forget to bring your business cards and any information about your organization that you would like to hand out. We look forward to seeing all of you there!
Join us for our Capital Coalition on Aging (CCOA) meeting, held montly at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
Come for breakfast and stay for the presentation and networking!
This month's meeting is September 17, 2025 at 8:30am
September 2025
Click here to view our September Newsletter
Click here to view our September Newsletter
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In this newsletter:
- National Falls Prevention Awareness Week: September 23-27, 2025
- Consumer Alerts: Scammy texts offering “refunds” for Amazon purchases
- Florida’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week: Don't Sleep at the Wheel
- National Preparedness Month: Are you ready for a natural disaster?
EVENT:
Town Hall Meeting: Jefferson Co.
August 26, 2025
WHAT: Join us for a town hall introducing the Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, the new local provider of senior nutrition and supportive services in Monticello. Come meet the team and ask questions about how this transition will benefit seniors!
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Come share your thoughts with us about Older Americans Act senior supportive and nutrition services in for older adults in Jefferson County, Florida.
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WHEN: Tuesday, August 26th from 5:00pm-7:00pm
WHERE: 420 W. Washington St. (Monticello-Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce)​
August Capital Coalition on Aging Meeting Reminder
We hope to build back up our monthly attendance to 50-60 each month - a goal we can only accomplish together by sharing the invitation to aging professionals we know that are not current members and reminding our colleagues who are on our member list.
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Don’t forget to bring your business cards and any information about your organization that you would like to hand out. We look forward to seeing all of you there!
Join us for our Capital Coalition on Aging (CCOA) meeting, held montly at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
Come for breakfast and stay for the presentation and networking!
This month's meeting is August 20, 2025 at 8:30am
July Capital Coalition on Aging Meeting Reminder
We hope to build back up our monthly attendance to 50-60 each month - a goal we can only accomplish together by sharing the invitation to aging professionals we know that are not current members and reminding our colleagues who are on our member list.
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Don’t forget to bring your business cards and any information about your organization that you would like to hand out. We look forward to seeing all of you there!
Join us for our Capital Coalition on Aging (CCOA) meeting, held montly at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
Come for breakfast and stay for the presentation and networking!
This month's meeting is July 16, 2025 at 8:30am
July 2025
Click here to view our July Newsletter
Click here to view our July Newsletter
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In this newsletter:
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- Know the signs of Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion: Stay Safe in the Summer Heat!
- Safe Travel Tips for Seniors: Stay safe while having fun!
- Kids Bored this Summer?: Send some snail mail!
June 2025
Click here to view our June Newsletter
Click here to view our June 2025 Newsletter
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In this newsletter:
- World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: We wear purple on June 15th!
- Promote Brain Health and Join the Fight: June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
- June is Rebuild your Life Month: Start now for a better you and a better life
June Capital Coalition on Aging Meeting Reminder
We hope to build back up our monthly attendance to 50-60 each month - a goal we can only accomplish together by sharing the invitation to aging professionals we know that are not current members and reminding our colleagues who are on our member list.
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Don’t forget to bring your business cards and any information about your organization that you would like to hand out. We look forward to seeing all of you there!
Join us for our Capital Coalition on Aging (CCOA) meeting, held montly at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
Come for breakfast and stay for the presentation and networking!
This month's meeting is on June 18, 2025 at 8:30am
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Webinar Date of webinar: June 11, 2025
In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), The Florida Assosication of Area Agencies on Aging (F4A) held a free virtual workshop: Empower and Protect: Elder Abuse and Fraud Prevention. Click play to view the webinar below.
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May 2025
View our May Newsletter here
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In this issue:
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May is Older Americans Month: Flip the Script on Aging
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National Senior Health and Fitness Day: Move Today for a Better Tomorrow!
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A Special Mattress and Pink Bag Event for Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors: This special event takes place June 26th, 2025
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Knowing Your Medicare: Preventive Services Overview
April 25, 2025
Notice of Intent to Award Auditing Contract
On April 24, 2025, the Board voted to award the Advantage Aging Solutions Audit and IRS Form 990 Creation Services contract to Purvis Gray.​
April 2025
Click here to view our April Newsletter​
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In this issue:
- Get Prepared for Any Disaster: Take Control in three simple steps
- Volunteer for SHINE: Be a shining light for seniors who need help navigating the Medicare System
- April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Recognizing Sexual Violence Against Older Adults
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April 1, 2025
Advantage Aging Solutions
Invitation to Negotiate
Originally posted on March 6, 2025
Audit and IRS Form 990 Creation Services
Qualified firms are invited to submit applications to the Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc. for auditing, related audit reporting, and IRS Form 990 creation services.
PROJECT OBJECTIVE:
AAANF's objective in issuing this Invitation to Negotiate is to obtain competitive applications from which it will select one Contractor to complete our required annual audit, related audit reporting, and IRS Form 990 creation services in accordance with all applicable laws, contract agreements, and all requirements as outlined in the ITN announcement itself.
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Click here to view full ITN packet: Audit and IRS Form 990 Creation Services
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2024 Audit ITN- Potential Bidder Questions & Answers 1
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2024 Audit ITN- Potential Bidder Questions & Answers 2
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2024 Audit ITN- Potential Bidder Questions & Answers 3
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Capital Coalition on Aging Meeting Reminder
We hope to build back up our monthly attendance to 50-60 each month - a goal we can only accomplish together by sharing the invitation to aging professionals we know that are not current members and reminding our colleagues who are on our member list.
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Don’t forget to bring your business cards and any information about your organization that you would like to hand out. We look forward to seeing all of you there!
Join us for our Capital Coalition on Aging (CCOA) meeting, held montly at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
Come for breakfast and stay for the presentation and networking!
This month's meeting is on April 16, 2025 at 8:30am
Trualta is an online platform designed to help families build skills to manage care at home for their aging loved ones. Improve confidence, reduce stress |and prevent burnout by learning care skills. Once you are registered, you have unlimited access to their articles and tips about caring for your loved one.
March 6, 2025
Advantage Aging Solutions
Invitation to Negotiate
Audit and IRS Form 990 Creation Services
Qualified firms are invited to submit applications to the Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc. for auditing, related audit reporting, and IRS Form 990 creation services.
PROJECT OBJECTIVE:
AAANF's objective in issuing this Invitation to Negotiate is to obtain competitive applications from which it will select one Contractor to complete our required annual audit, related audit reporting, and IRS Form 990 creation services in accordance with all applicable laws, contract agreements, and all requirements as outlined in the ITN announcement itself.
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Click here to view full ITN packet: Audit and IRS Form 990 Creation Services
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Join us for our Coalition on Aging meeting, held montly at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
Come for breakfast and stay for the presentation and networking!
This Month:
March 19, 2025 at 8:30am
We hope to build back up our monthly attendance to 50-60 each month - a goal we can only accomplish together by sharing the invitation to aging professionals we know that are not current members and reminding our colleagues who are on our member list.
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Don’t forget to bring your business cards and any information about your organization that you would like to hand out. We look forward to seeing all of you there!
March 2025
Click here to view our March Newsletter​
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In this issue:
- Need help with tax prep? View our Resources Page for help!
- Volunteer for SHINE: Be a shining light for seniors who need help navigating the Medicare System
- Stay up to date: Check out our monthly calendar
- Visit our Provider Agencies page to view our nearest meal site location
ATM & POS System Skimming: Keeping yourself protected
Recently, several financial institutions in the Tallahassee area have reported finding skimming devices on some of their ATMs. Regardless of where you live, it is important to understand what skimming is and how to protect yourself from it.
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), skimming occurs when devices illegally installed on or outside ATMs, point-of-sale (POS) terminals, or fuel pumps capture card data and record cardholders’ PIN entries. Criminals use the collected data to create fake payment cards and then make unauthorized purchases or steal from victims’ accounts.
What should you do if you feel your card has been compromised?
According to the United States Secret Service (USSS), you should "immediately contact the card issuer’s fraud department to report the incident, ask that the card be deactivated, and ask that a new card be issued with a new PIN. Monitor the affected account closely. If you suffered a financial loss as a result of the skimming incident, consider filing a fraud affidavit with the card issuer and contacting your local law enforcement agency to report the incident. In the future, consider making purchases using cards which can transact through contactless payment (i.e., tap-to-pay) or with the card’s new EMV chip, instead of the magnetic strip.”
Click the buttons below to learn more about the various types of skimming scams, and tips on how to protect yourself.
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Join us for our Coalition on Aging meeting, held montly at the Tallahassee Senior Center.
Come for breakfast and stay for the presentation and networking!
This Month:
February 19, 2025 at 8:30am
If you ever suspect the abuse, neglect or exploitation of an older adult, please call the Abuse Hotline at 800-96-ABUSE
To request a training on how to protect your friends and loved ones, please call the Elder Helpline at 866-467-4624 and ask to speak with our outreach team.
February 2025
Click Here to view our February Newsletter
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In this Issue:
- Don’t leave yourself open to threats: This is your yearly reminder to protect your accounts
- February is American Heart Month: What are you doing to keep your hearth healthy?
- Medicare Advantage Plan: Open Enrollment Period January 1 – March 31
- REGISTER NOW for the Alzheimer's Disease Education and Training Conference
January 2025
Click here to view our January Newsletter
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In this issue:
- A New Year, A New You: Ways you can start improving yourself in the new year
- Volunteering and Older Adults: Could volunteering be good for your health?
- Be Aware of Taking Care of You: New information on the changes for the Medicare Gap for 2025
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January 7, 2025
We're excited to share an op-ed article written by our own Lisa Bretz in the Tallahassee Democrat, where she discusses the urgent need for the Alternatives to PAIN Act.
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This legislation is crucial for protecting Florida's seniors from the opioid crisis by ensuring access to FDA-approved non-opioid pain management options under Medicare Part D. Let's work together to support this important cause and improve the quality of life for our senior residents.
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Read the full piece here: https://bit.ly/3WeU75b.
December 2024
Click here to view our December Newsletter
Click here to view our December Newsletter
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In this issue:
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- Flu Prevention starts with you: Take your flu from wild to mild
- Flu, COVID-19, and RSV Vaccines: Reasons to Get Vaccinated This Season
- PROTECT YOUR WALLET: A Guide to Avoiding Financial Scams
- Capital Coalition on Aging: Now accepting breakfast hosts for 2025!
December 5, 2025
After you have registered, we will send you written workshop materials.
If you have questions or need additional information, please call toll-free
1-866-778-2724 or email tnnorton@fsu.edu.
Sponsors for this workshop are the African-American Alzheimer’s Caregiver Training and Support Project 2 (ACTS2) and the FSU College of Music.
Free Facebook Live Workshop on the Power of Music in Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia: Gateway to Connection and Well-Being, on Thursday, December 19, 2024 from 7:00 PM-8:30 PM (Eastern Time).
This workshop offers practical information on engaging the power of music to improve the well-being of loved ones with dementia and family caregivers.
Our first two presenters, music therapists, Dr. Gooding and Dr. Hernández, will provide easy-to-use tips on how to use music for building partnership in caregiving activities and for reducing caregiver distress. They also will discuss the best methods for accessing professional music therapy for loved ones with dementia and the costs of such services.
Our third speaker, Dr. Bakan, will share innovative developments in ethnomusicology, the study of music from different cultures, for increasing the quality of life of older adults with dementia and their family members, particularly men in faith community settings.
Tomeka Norton-Brown will provide information about caregiver skills training and support and dementia care resources will be discussed.
Elder care professionals, future caregivers, and other interested community members are also strongly encouraged to join the workshop.
Please click on this link to register for the event https://fsu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6PwuzWboKaHBf1Q
November 2024
Click here to view our November Newsletter
Click here to view our November Newsletter
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In this newsletter:
- National Family Caregivers Month: Recognizing and Supporting Caregivers
- Medicare Open Enrollment is now: Have You Done Your Medicare Plan Review?
The Open Enrollment Period for Medicaid is happening now through December 7th!
October 2024
Click here to view our October Newsletter
Click here to view our October Newsletter
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In this Newsletter:
- Statewide Program Provides Free, Unbiased Insurance Counseling for Medicare Beneficiaries: Older Floridians are encouraged to review plan options during Open Enrollment
- October 10th is World Mental Health Day: Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace
- Medicare Open Enrollment Part II: Choosing A New Plan
September 2024
Click here to view our September Newsletter
Click here to view our September Newsletter
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​​​In this Newsletter:
- Falls Prevention Week: September 23-27, 2024: From Awareness to Action
- Medicare Open Enrollment Part I: Annual Review of Your Current Plan
- Innovative Partnerships with Trualta and TCARE: Helping caregivers care for themselves
​Click here to view our August Newsletter
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In this Newsletter:
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- August 21st is National Senior Citizens Day
- Medicare Moments: Medicare and Mental Health Benefits
- GetSetUp Promotion going on through September: Don't miss your chance to get a FREE Fire HD Tablet!
July 2024
Click here to view our July Newsletter
​Click here to view our July Newsletter
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In this Newsletter:
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- Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion: Know the signs to stay safe this summer
- Florida Conference on Aging 2024: Register today to secure your spot!
- Medicare Moments: Home Health Care Benefits
June 2024
Click here to view our June Newsletter
Click here to view our June Newsletter
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In this newsletter:​
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- World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2024: Join Us on June 12, 2024 as we Recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
- Senior Medicare Patrol: How to Protect Yourself from Medicare Fraud and Abuse
- FREE Fire HD Tablets still available: There's time to sign up for classes this June through October
May 9, 2024
World Elder Abuse Awareness Event: Register Now!
June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). The Florida Area Agencies on Aging are hosting a statewide virtual training on how to identfy and report elder abuse. Participants will also learn about common scams and uncovering scammers' latest tricks. Registration is required.
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To register for this online event, please sign up here: WEAAD Virtual Event
May 2024
View our May Newsletter
Click here to view our May Newsletter
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In this Newsletter:
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- Celebrating Older Americans Month: Powered by Connection
- FREE Fire HD Tablet Giveaway: Still time to take classes!
- Medicare Moments: Transitioning from the Health Insurance Marketplace To Medicare
April 2024
View our April Newsletter
Click here to view our April Newsletter
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In this Newsletter:
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- FREE Fire HD Tablet Giveaway: Advantage Aging Solutions has partnered with GetSetUp
- New AAS Website: Check out our updated website with new features!
- Senior Medicare Patrol: Medicare Fraud and Abuse
March 28, 2024
Notice of Intent to Award Roofing Contract
On Thursday, March 28, 2024, the AAANF Board of Directors voted to award the Advantage Aging Solutions, Inc. roofing contract to Exterior Specialties, Inc.
March 2024
View our March Newsletter
Click here to view our March Newsletter
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In this newsletter:
- Save the MIPPA: Help us save the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Program
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Scams: How to keep yourself protected
- Senior Medicare Patrol Part II: How to Protect Yourself from Medicare Fraud and Abuse
January 19, 2024
Advantage Aging Solutions is looking for Community Advocates
Advantage Aging Solutions needs YOU!
We are still looking for community advocates to represent certain counties on our Board of Directors and Advisory Council. Volunteers need to live or work in the county they are representing.
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We are looking for Board Members to represent Bay, Franklin, Jackson and Liberty counties. The Board of Directors meets once a month.
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We are looking for Advisory Council Members to represent Bay, Calhoun, Holmes, Liberty and Taylor counties. The Advisory Council meets just 4 times/year immediately following our Board meetings.
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All meetings are held at Advantage Aging Solutions in Tallahassee.
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For more information, please scan the QR Code on the poster or send an interest email to info@advantageaging.org.
February Newsletter
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In this newsletter:
- Cultivating Innovative Partnerships: Helping caregivers care for themselves
- February is Heart Health Month: Keeping your heart healthy
- Medicare Moments: Medicare and Senior Caregivers
Roof Replacement
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Qualified firms are invited to submit bids to Area Agency on Aging for North Florida, Inc. (AAANF) for roof replacement services set forth herein, such construction to be in accordance with all bidding requirements and applicable specifications. AAANF’s objective in issuing this Invitation to Bid (ITB) is to obtain competitive bids from which it will select one Contractor to provide roofing construction in accordance with contract requirements and applicable laws.
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PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The objective and goal for this project is to replace the roof and any other aspects that are required along with this task.
Click here to review full bid package: AAANF Roofing Contract - Invitation to Bid
January 2024
View our January Newsletter
Click here to view our January Newsletter
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In this newsletter:
- Big Bend Area Health Education Center (AHEC): The Perfect Partnership
- Medicare Moments: How Medicare Works with Military Benefits
- Meet our Staff: Welcome New Staff to the AAS Team