Allies in Aging Blog

By Becky Meisenheimer, CDP® CMDCP®, Dementia Education Coordinator With the fall season around the corner, those of us who are care partners cringe at the word “fall”. We are so hyper diligent in preventing potential fall hazards for those we care for we forget that we could “fall” into a role of needing care. Recently I was thrown, literally, into a situation where I became dependent on assistance from the very person I am caring for. This unexpected challenge put into persp

Dear Friends, What a summer it's been. Between a truck crashing into our Avenue D building and our air conditioner giving out at the worst possible moment, this season tested us in ways we didn't see coming. But if there's one thing I've learned leading Allies in Aging, it's that we are adaptable. We know how to pivot, and we did, again and again, without losing sight of why we're here. What stays with me most isn't the chaos. It's the people, the Allies in Aging team and vo

Medicare's Extra Help program can lower what you pay for prescription drugs with Medicare drug coverage — including $0 premiums, $0 deductibles, and lower out-of-pocket costs. That's real savings that can add up fast. You may qualify if your 2026 yearly income is below $23,940 for an individual or $32,460 for a married couple. Not sure you qualify? It’s free to apply, and it could pay. Income limits are updated each year, and your situation may have changed, too. Even a past

By Becky Meisenheimer, CDP® CMDCP®, Dementia Education Coordinator As summer rolls in with its sunshine, longer days and barbeques, memories of pastime adventures like camping come to mind, and more importantly, the favorite campfire treat known as the s’more. Almost everyone has done a campout sometime in their life and made the unique camping dessert at least once or twice in their lifetime. In reflecting on those times and this delicious treat, it should inspire those of y

By: Kristen Rose, Director of Human Resources at Allies in Aging Social wellness is often described as staying connected or spending time with others, but at its heart, it’s really about belonging. It’s about feeling seen, valued, needed, and connected to the world around us. Here in Montana, we’re fortunate to live in communities where relationships still matter. A wave to a neighbor, a conversation over coffee, or checking in on a friend may seem small, but those moments ca

In honor of Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, occurring June 1-5, we are spotlighting our Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Program. This program helps older adults detect, prevent, and report Medicare fraud, errors, and abuse, keeping their benefits safe and empowering them to make informed healthcare decisions. What the SMP Program Does Educates Seniors – SMP provides presentations, and resources that teach seniors how to recognize scams, billing errors, and identity theft. Suppor