AgeLinc, Your Link to Aging Well
Gen Silent Film Screening
Greetings!

Over the past several months, AgeLinc has been collaborating with several area professionals and volunteers to create an LGBT Task Force. Out of those efforts, AgeLinc has been bringing awareness to our community on the support provided. The agency is SAGE Certified which indicates that SAGECare Leadership or Certified Trainers have trained the staff on LGBT aging cultural competency.

November 13th at 7:00 pm and November 14th at 2:00 pm, Presenting Sponsor, University of Illinois Springfield will be showing Gen Silent at the UIS Studio Theater. Gen Silent follows the lives of six LGBT seniors living in the Boston area who must choose if they will hide their sexuality in order to survive in the long-term health care system. The Phoenix Center is Co-Hosting along with Illinois HIV Care Connect, Illinois Assistive Technology Program and KW Capital, Keller Williams Realty as Sponsors. The event is FREE. Tickets are limited to 30 each showing as to comply with State COVID-19 restrictions. For more information click here.

October is LGBT History Month.
LGBT History Month is a month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the history of the gay rights and related civil rights movements. It was founded in 1994 by Missouri high-school history teacher Rodney Wilson. October was selected to coincide with National Coming Out Day (Oct. 11), and the anniversary of the first march on Washington for gay and lesbian rights in 1979. LGBT History Month provides role models, builds community, and represents a civil rights statement about the contributions of the LGBTQ+ community.
Medicare Open Enrollment runs from October 15th - December 7th, 2021. AgeLinc is currently scheduling appointments for this service. Appointments can be provided in person or remotely. For more information on appointment options, please call 217-787-9234 or drop by our office at 2731 S. MacArthur Blvd, Springfield.
Medicare Open Enrollment
Farmers' Market Coupons
Farmers' Market coupons are still available while supplies last! The booklet of $25 worth is good through the end of October. Call our office before you come by to see if more are available. 217.787.9234
Community Education Program
Every second Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm, we host a Community Education Program open to the public.
October 12th:

A Talk About Parkinson's Disease with Dr. El Kouzi

This month's Community Education Program is presented by Dr. Ahmad El Kouzi, SIU Neuroscience Institute
Department of Neurology

Dr. El Kouzi will discuss common features of Parkinson’s and related neurological diseases, as well as available exercises and advanced therapies to improve strength and longevity in patients living with these illnesses.

*** For the safety of participants during the current surge in COVID-19 cases, the Lunch & Learn Program will only be offered virtually for the months of September, October, November, and December. Technical assistance is available if needed in order to participate. Please contact AgeLinc for more information.***


Coming up November 9:
When Downsizing Can Upsize Your Life
Presented by: Illinois Presbyterian Home Communities
Lunch and Learn
Every Third Wednesday of the month at noon, we host a Lunch & Learn open to all past, present and future caregivers.
October 20th:

Nutrition and Exercise Tips

This month's Lunch and Learn is presented by Nutrition Care Systems

This session will discuss the newest researched guidelines on nutrition and physical activity for older adults. Participants will learn how the guidelines can be incorporated into the care they provide. 

*** For the safety of participants during the current surge in COVID-19 cases, the Lunch & Learn Program will only be offered virtually for the months of September, October, November, and December. Technical assistance is available if needed in order to participate. Please contact AgeLinc for more information.***


Coming up November 17:
Estate Planning: POA’s, Wills, and Trusts
Presented by: Edwards Group LLC
1st Annual Fundraiser
Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala is right around the corner! Sponsorship opportunities are available. We would love to include you in our efforts. All proceeds will provide emergency funding to benefit older adults in our community. For more information, contact Cathy Boerke at 217-787-9234.
In partnership with Illinois Emergency Management Agency and the Illinois Department of Public Health, Visiting Angels is hosting a vaccine clinic for all Pfizer second vaccination recipients October 20th at 2731 S. MacArthur Blvd. in Springfield from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.  No appointment necessary.
October 11th
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Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland, Inc. (AgeLinc)

217-787-9234 or 1-800-252-2918 (Toll Free)