Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida
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We’re Looking for Volunteers in Rural Areas of SWFL!
Attention residents in rural areas of Southwest Florida: AASWFL is looking for volunteers to lead health and wellness workshops near you! Program trainings available for: AFEP-Arthritis Foundation Exercise ProgramThe Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program is a community-based, recreational exercise… Read More
Make a Difference by Helping Others Navigate Medicare!
Navigating Medicare can be complicated but SHIP counselors can help by answering questions and providing personalized guidance to those who need it. Make a difference by helping others navigate Medicare, join our team! In Florida, your local SHIP… Read More
April is National Volunteer Month
Make a difference by helping others navigate Medicare, join our team! Medicare can be complicated, but as a trained volunteer you can help by answering questions and providing personalized guidance to members of your community as they enroll… Read More
Area Agency on Aging for SWFL Board of Directors Announces Four Appointments and Welcomes Three New Members
The board of directors of the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida (AAASWFL), a nonprofit serving older adults and adults with disabilities, announced four appointments and welcomed three new board members. Dr. Lesley Clack will serve as… Read More
Collier County Transportation Disadvantaged Program Board is Looking for Volunteers
Representatives of the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida are privileged to sit on the board for the Collier County Transportation Disadvantaged program. This board is in need of local Collier County residents to fill additional vacancies…. Read More
Easing Arthritis Pain with Tai Chi
By: Gloria Lappost, Health & Wellness Coordinator For many years, the Area Agency on Aging for SWFL (AAASWFL) has been offering free Tai Chi for Arthritis workshops to older adults in Southwest Florida. The low-impact exercise classes were… Read More
Hurricane Season in Here – Volunteers Needed
Hurricane season runs from June 1 until November 30. The Department of Elder Affairs is recruiting volunteers to be part of the Hope Heroes Program to be ready to support seniors before and after a hurricane strikes. What… Read More
Volunteer Spotlight: Celebrating 9 Years with SHINE
SHINE counselor, Lynn Medini, celebrated 9 years of service; she’ll be retiring from her volunteer role in May. When approaching turning 65, Lynn attended a SHINE-hosted Medicare presentation and soon followed up on how to become a SHINE-trained… Read More
Making a Difference and Delivering Service with a Smile!
On April 18, the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida honored those committed to their volunteer role with Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders (SHINE); a free, unbiased Medicare education and counseling program. The importance of their… Read More
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Volunteers Needed for SAVVY Caregiver Program
Are you passionate about supporting our community? The Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida (AAASWFL) is seeking enthusiastic individuals to step into a pivotal role as Volunteer for our SAVVY Caregiver program. The SAVVY Caregiver program is… Read More