Allies in Aging

By: Tyler Amundson, Director of Mission and Development, Allies in Aging I have come to think of aging a little bit like a cross-country road trip. Social wellness is the map, the snack stash, and the favorite playlist that help keep the journey moving. Without it, we can find ourselves guessing directions and maybe even talking to a tumbleweed. But when we have a caravan of connections, the journey gets a whole lot better. Science backs this up too. Strong social ties can lower stress,...

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 denial doesn't...

By: Erika Purington, Chief Executive Officer at Allies in Aging My favorite season is here, friends! Happy Summer! I like to read about impactful things and tend to go down a rabbit hole when I find a topic particularly interesting. Recently, my reading obsession has been about the critical benefits that come from blending people from different generations for social, civic and business opportunities. A growing body of research in public health, psychology, and aging studies shows that strong...