Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging

10/23/2026

More Minnesotans are living longer than ever, and every year, more older adults and caregivers need help to live well at home. Meeting that moment takes all of us.

We are looking for people who want to create that future to join our Board of Directors. You don’t need to be an expert to help, and we welcome people of all ages.

Apply by November 16:
https://metroaging.org/call-for-board-members/

Please share with anyone who may be interested!

10/22/2026

Medicare Open Enrollment is in full swing, and Minnesota Aging Pathways is available to help you with free, unbiased information.

Join our Medicare Navigation webinar next Wednesday, Oct. 28 at noon to learn how to confidently use Medicare.gov to compare plans and make informed decisions that fit your health and budget needs.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/medicare-navigation-class-tickets-1998546090155?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true

10/20/2026

Strong finances help organizations stay resilient and focused on their mission.

We're partnering with Propel Nonprofits to host a workshop series designed to help nonprofit leaders and board members better understand financial performance and plan for future oppportunities and challenges.

Session topics and dates:

Assessing Your Financial Health: Nov. 4
Managing Cash Flow: Feb. 9
Scenario Planning: April 6

All sessions are free to attend, but space is limited. Register today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nonprofit-financial-literacy-workshop-series-tickets-1998367609314

10/15/2026

What does Minnesota need to better support healthy aging?

Share your perspective through Minnesota Management and Budget's Healthy Aging Survey. Your feedback will help identify what's working and where more support is needed.

Responses will be accepted through October 31:

https://mad.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0UhOuKbKfFttq74

10/13/2026

We're just a few days away from the start of Medicare Open Enrollment. If you haven't already, check out our upcoming presentations about Medicare taking place throughout open enrollment (link below).

Next Wednesday at noon, we will host a virtual presentation about money saving programs that can lower Medicare premiums, deductibles and out-of-pocket costs. Find out who qualifies, how to apply for assistance and learn about program benefits. We’ll also cover Medicare preventive services, like free screenings, vaccines and wellness visits.

Full details about that session and all upcoming classes here: https://metroaging.org/sign-up-presentation/

10/12/2026

Uncertain times call for a steady hand on finances. Join Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging and Propel Nonprofits for a financial literacy series that will help your organization build resilience and staying power:

- Assessing Your Financial Health: November 4, 2026
- Managing Cash Flow: February 9, 2027
- Scenario Planning: April 6, 2027

All sessions will be hosted in person between 9:30—11:30 a.m. at our Northeast Minneapolis office. Sessions are free but space is limited: sign up today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nonprofit-financial-literacy-workshop-series-tickets-1998367609314

10/09/2026

Proposed changes to the 2030 Census could affect how Minnesotans are counted, including older adults, and with that, our state’s representation and the funding that supports services in our communities.

MAAA President and CEO Dawn Simonson joined Minnesotans for the ACS and several organizations for a webinar earlier this week to discuss what the proposed changes could mean for older Minnesotans and the organizations that serve them.

The Minnesota State Demographic Center explains what’s being proposed and how to share your input. Note, the public comment period has been extended to November 11.

The U.S. Census Bureau is proposing changes to how decennial census data are collected. The proposed changes to the 2030 Census would affect who is counted, where people are counted, and whether demographic information on race and ethnicity is collected, as well as other changes.

10/08/2026

A big shout out to the thoughtful person who brought in this sweet treat for staff as we are preparing for Medicare Open Enrollment (starts next week)!

Speaking of open enrollment, don't forget to check out our list of upcoming info sessions about this year's changes to Medicare, how to navigate and use Medicare.gov and much more.

Full list on our website: https://metroaging.org/get-help/upcoming-presentations/

10/06/2026

Friendly reminder: Registration is still open for the 2026 Metro Age-Friendly Exchange on Weds. Oct. 28.

Join community leaders, advocates, and partners from across the region to connect, learn, and help shape a more age-friendly future for all. The exchange is free to attend, and all are welcome. Learn more and register:

https://mn.gov/dhs/age-friendly-mn/meetings/regional-exchanges/

10/02/2026

Medicare can be complicated, but Minnesota Aging Pathways is here to help!

Whether you’ve been on Medicare for a few years and just need a refresher, or you’re brand new to Medicare, our Medicare 101 presentation will help you understand the basics so you can manage your health care options:

Medicare 101 virtual presentation
Weds., October 7
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Register and join us!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/medicare-101-tickets-1997169156710?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true