AgeLinc 2^nd Annual Mardi Gras Gala

On February 25, 2023 AgeLinc held its 2^nd Annual Mardi Gras Gala. Nearly 300 people were in attendance and enjoyed a nice Cajun inspired dinner, music by DJ Troy Armstrong, Emcee, AJ Gersh, from WICS News Channel 20, a Split the Pot Raffle, and over 50 silent auction items. The event was a huge success, raising over $18,000 to help seniors in our service area with emergency needs.

AgeLinc would like to thank all of our sponsors, silent auction donors, those who purchased ads, and everyone who attended. We are so grateful for your continued support of our mission to help seniors to live independently and safely in their own homes for as long as possible.

Next year’s event will be held on Saturday, February 17^th – mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details.

Carolyn Austin, MBA

Chief Executive Officer

AgeLinc/Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland

March Lunch & Learn:

Date: Wednesday, March 15

Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Title of presentation: Caregiver Awareness of Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Presented by: Stacy Fehring Kelly, Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter

Description: While age is the greatest known risk factor for Alzheimer’s and other dementia, serious health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, COPD, hypertension, and stroke also increase the risk of dementia. Participants will learn why it is important to identify early warning signs of dementia, what signs to look for, and resources to support caregivers in the event their loved one is diagnosed with dementia.

Contact Jennifer Hopper @ 217-787-9234 to register.

Congratulations to our 2023 Mardi Gras Fundraising Gala Masque Competition winner: Illinois Assistive Technology Program.

Meet your Agelinc Mardi Gras Gala King and Queen 2023:

King:: Patrick Spears

Queen: Debbie Bolfing