Central Plains Area Agency on Aging

09/01/2026

September is National Falls Prevention Month. Falls can often be prevented through everyday actions: staying active, reviewing medications, checking vision, improving home safety, and speaking up when you feel unsteady.

Take one fall-prevention step today—and encourage someone you care about to do the same.

08/28/2026

Extra Help is a federal program designed to assist with out-of-pocket costs for Medicare prescription drug coverage, with eligibility based on income and assets. This program covers your Part D premium and reduces prescription drug costs, also allowing greater flexibility in plan changes and eliminating late enrollment penalties. It's important to remember that Extra Help does not replace the need for a Part D plan.

Need help applying? Contact your local SHICK (Your LOCAL SHIP) counselor for free, unbiased, confidential help by calling 1.800.860.5260

08/24/2026

08/24/2026

Want a family member or caregiver to be able to call Medicare on your behalf? You can add them as a representative using your secure online Medicare account at www.medicare.gov/account under “Manage my representatives.”

Have questions or need help navigating Medicare? Call 1.800.860.5260 to talk to a local SHICK counselor toda

08/20/2026

Sedgwick County RSVP sees A Nation of Service in action every day. Through its Seniors program, volunteers bring stability, encouragement, and connection to children, older adults, and neighbors across Sedgwick County, KS. Their service is woven into the life of the community, and we are proud to celebrate their impact.


If you or someone you know is 55 years of age or older and interested in volunteering in Sedgwick County, call 316-660-5120.

08/19/2026

Do you have a talent to share? 🎤

We are looking for adults 65-104 who can sing, dance, act, and more-and want to showcase their talent! 🌟

Come join us for the Sunflowers Seniors Got Talent at the Kansas State Fair's Young at Heart Day. 🌻

Date: Sept 11, 2026📍
Time: 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Doors open at 1:00 PM⏰
Location: Hansen Hall🎵
Free to Fairgoers 🎟

For any questions, contact the Kansas State Fair office at (620) 669 - 3600

08/19/2026

Did you know that Medicare covers certain immunizations? Want to talk to a local counselor to find out more?
Contact your SHICK counselor today at 800.860.5260 for free, confidential, unbiased help today!

08/13/2026

The City of Wichita offers several cooling centers for residents to escape the heat this coming week. Wichita has 14 different public locations for residents to visit during extremely hot weather. All centers are open and free to the public.

Beginning Monday, August 10 through Thursday, August 13, Wichita Transit will offer free, one-time use vouchers to allow riders to escape the heat and travel to one of the City’s free, public resources, including Wichita Public Libraries, recreation centers, or neighborhood resource centers. Riders can pick up a voucher at the Hub, 207 S. Sycamore or by boarding the bus and advising the driver which cooling center the rider needs to get to.

Please note that Wichita Public Libraries are closed for upgrades on Monday, August 10. They will reopen on Tuesday, August 11 and offer air conditioning, technology, comfortable seating, drinking fountains, and an endless supply of learning and entertainment for all ages.

Residents may find neighborhood resource centers and recreation centers at:
• Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center, 2755 E 19th St N.
• Colvin Neighborhood Resource Center, 2820 S Roosevelt St
• Evergreen Community Center and Library, 2601 N. Arkansas
• Boston Recreation Center, 6655 E Zimmerly
• Brewer Community Center, 1329 E 16th Street
• Edgemoor Recreation Center, 5815 E 9th Street
• Evergreen Recreation Center, 2700 N Woodland
• Linwood Recreation Center, 1901 S Kansas
• Orchard Recreation Center, 4808 W 9th Street
• Lynette Woodard Recreation Center, 2750 E 18th Street

Residents are welcome to enjoy the eight open splash pads as a fun way to cool off.

Second Light has 30 night-by-night beds and Union Rescue Mission has 60 beds available every night on a first-come, first served basis.

Locations for enduring extremely hot and cold temperatures during normal operating hours.

08/10/2026

Do you know who pays first for claims if you have along with another insurance? Learn how Medicare works with other coverage: https://go.medicare.gov/3GW4x4J or call 1.800.860.5260 to speak with a local SHICK counselor about your Medicare needs.

08/06/2026

Happy ! A great way to make new friends is through volunteering.

Join us to help Medicare beneficiaries navigate the complexities of Medicare, learn the preventative services Medicare covers, and help fight Medicare fraud, errors and abuse with your local SHICK and SMP! Learn more here: https://smpresource.news/volunteering . Or call 1.800.860.5260 to talk to a local counselor!