Upcoming Events
Join us for upcoming events.
Please click on the event name for more information and the registration link.
The Journey: Caring for Aging Loved Ones
Join us for an Eldercare Coach webinar where we will share and discuss:
practical tips & lessons learned from current and former caregivers
common challenges & approaches when caring for someone with dementia
holiday and self-care strategies
key resources and support for family caregivers
AgeWell Middle Tennessee is a partner with Vanderbilt University School of Nursing for the Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP). This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award to Vanderbilt University School of Nursing totaling $5,000,000 with 0% financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.
Election Day
Transit Improvement Program is on the Davidson County ballot on Nov. 5th.
On Sept. 26th, AgeWell’s Leadership Council members asked the Mayor’s office how “Choose How You Move” will benefit older residents and here are a few things we learned:
For more information about the transit plan, please visit transit.nashville.gov which includes an interactive map that shows the proposed plan for the different areas of Nashville.
Election Important Dates
Voter Registration Deadline: October 7
Early Voting: October 16-31
Absentee Request Deadline: October 29
Shred Event & Medication Drop-off
Every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10 older Americans, experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
We want to help adults 50+ prevent financial exploitation by safely disposing of personal documents with identifying information. A prescription medication drop box will also be available to anyone wanting to safely dispose of any unused/expired medication.
Please join us for a FREE shred event hosted by the
Middle Tennessee Elder Watch Committee
2024 Sage Awards
Join us for the 32nd Annual Sage Awards Ceremony & Fundraiser honoring five amazing honorees who led a life of service and an organization that has dedicated its mission to bettering the lives of older adults in Middle Tennessee.
We hope you will join us in celebrating these well-deserving honorees as attendees or sponsors!
Monday, October 21, 2024
Registration & Networking: 11:00 a.m
Program: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
In consideration of our limited capacity, we kindly ask that you make your reservation early to ensure that we can accommodate your party.
AgeWell Giving Day
Join us on National Senior Citizens Day as we strive to raise $25,000 in just 24 hours!
Get ready to be part of something extraordinary! AgeWell is excited to announce our very first Giving Day on August 21st. We're calling upon our incredible supporters, volunteers, and community champions to unleash your generosity and join us in supporting Middle Tennessee's older adults and caregivers.
AgeWell plays a pivotal role as a trusted community resource, advocate and catalyst for addressing the unmet needs of older adults and caregivers. Every donation enables us to provide free resource guides, Helpline support, caregiver consultations, scam prevention education and new, innovative solutions like RESET - a financial empowerment collaborative.
By supporting AgeWell, you're not just giving money – you're giving hope, connection and support to older adults and family caregivers across Middle Tennessee. Together, let's ensure that we can all live and age well. Don't just take our word for it, hear from some of our most dedicated supporters!
Anyone donating on AgeWell Giving Day may receive a FREE pastry from Cocorico French Bakery (while supplies last). On Aug. 21, pastries will be available at the AgeWell office or visit Cocorico located in the Roundabout. There is accessible free parking.
Please stop by the AgeWell office on Aug. 21 to receive your mug, pastry, and a cup of coffee!
Shred Event & Medication Drop-off
Every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10 older Americans, experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
We want to help adults 50+ prevent financial exploitation by safely disposing of personal documents with identifying information. A prescription medication drop box will also be available to anyone wanting to safely dispose of any unused/expired medication.
Please join us for a FREE shred event hosted by the
Middle Tennessee Elder Watch Committee
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: What to Know
Are you caring for a grandchild or a relative?
Does your organization support relative caregivers?
Are you concerned about yourself as you age while caring for a relative child?
Do you have questions or need assistance?
Join the webinar as we share information and resources to make your journey as relative caregivers easier and less stressful.
Learn about:
Directory of Services
Empowering Grandparents: A Guide for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
The Relative Caregiver Program: What is it? & How can it help?
Hosted by AgeWell Middle TN and Family & Children’s Service and generously funded by a grant from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
2023 Sage Awards
The Sage Awards presented each year since 1991, are given to mature adults who have made outstanding contributions through a lifelong commitment to working to improve the quality of life in their communities. In addition, the Sage Awards recognizes organizations that have made a significant and positive impact on the lives of older adults in Middle Tennessee.
More information will be announced soon!
Prescription Drug Take Back & Shred Event
Every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10 older Americans, experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
We want to help adults 50+ prevent financial exploitation by safely disposing of personal documents with identifying information.
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - 10/28/2023 - aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
A prescription medication drop box will also be available to anyone wanting to safely dispose of any unused/expired medication.
Please join us for a FREE shred event hosted by
Middle Tennessee Elder Watch Committee
shred truck generously sponsored by
AARP Tennessee
Building Community with Older Adults
In partnership with engAGING Communities TN, UT Chattanooga's School of Nursing's older adult initiative, ENCORE Ministry is hosting an event for older adults and older adult ministry leaders. The event includes worship, networking, and sessions by area experts on topics impacting older adults such as grandfamilies, older adult care, legal services, mental health, transitions of care, and congregational care. It will be held in person at Franklin (Tennessee) First UMC and live-streamed.
In-person registration is $10 to cover the cost of lunch. Livestreaming is free. For more information, visit https://encoreministry.org/training/. To register, click here.
FiftyForward Donelson Station Health Fair
Come see us and pick up the most comprehensive resources for older adults and caregivers in Middle TN!
CenterWell Open House
Join us on as we welcome CenterWell Senior Primary Care to Madison, TN. Stop by and pick-up a new edition of the Directory of Services!
Give65
AgeWell Middle Tennessee is participating in the GIVE65 Event to help raise funds to support our programs and resources for older adults and caregivers.
This is a challenging year and we need YOUR HELP to make the most of this opportunity! We can receive up to $5,500 in matching funds AND an additional $10,000 in financial rewards for either raising the most money OR having the highest number of unique donors. Let's do this!
Here’s how you can help:
Go to www.give65.org/AgeWellTN to make a $10+ donation on July 11 at 8 A.M. (CST) through July 14 at 1:00 A.M. (CST).
Ask your friends and family to join you in supporting AgeWell by making a $10 donation.
Please remember, that each donation must have a unique name and email to count and these are helpful tips if entering multiple donations for family members (e.g., $10+ for yourself + spouse + children) with emails can easily add up to multiple donations:
checkout as a guest
use a different name and email for each donation
uncheck the box to auto-fill from the card & don't let the computer auto-fill and change the name
Be sure to like and share our Facebook and Twitter posts too!
Your $10 could turn into $10,000 to support AgeWell's programs!
Why Caring for Caregiving Employees is Essential for Recruitment, Retention & Employee Well-Being
Why Caring for Caregiving Employees is Essential for Recruitment, Retention & Employee Well-Being
Sponsored webinar with Middle TN Society of Human Resource Management*
Eldercare is on the rise and 61% of caregivers are working and struggling. Learn how demonstrating care for caregiving employees improves overall recruitment & retention, and what resources are available to help.
Join us to learn:
What eldercare is costing employers and how to get ahead of it
Who's caregiving & what employees say they need and want
How to stay in front of well-being and align with issues a growing number of employees are facing
How AgeWell's Eldercare Coach non-traditional benefit can help with employee care strategies and talent management goals
Presenters:
Grace Sutherland Smith, LMSW, Executive Director, AgeWell Middle Tennessee
Marcia Richardson, Eldercare Coach Consultant, AgeWell Middle Tennessee
*CEUs available to HR professionals
Keys to Living & Aging Well: Financial Well-Being for a Long Life
AgeWell launched a free webinar series called Keys to Living and Aging Well in partnership with ENCORE Ministries, GNRC-Area Agency on Aging & Disability, Jewish Family Services, and the YMCA of Middle TN.
Learn from local experts and older adults who will share helpful, evidence-based information and advice about optimizing:
physical health
mental health and social connection
nutrition – eating well to live well
brain health and reducing dementia risk factors
financial well-being for a long life
living with purpose & cultivating positive aging
Join us for the newest episode in the series: Financial Well-Being for a Long Life
Gary Collier, Raymond James Financial Services
C. Jacob Hodges, CFP, Premier Private Wealth, LLC
Jenn Block, Ph.D., Block Consulting & AgeWell Board of Directors
Nashville Mayoral Forum
UPDATE: Registration for the Mayoral Forum is now closed because we’ve reached the maximum room capacity. For those not pre-registered by May 18 at 1:00p, available seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows. Thank you for understanding.
Join us for the ONLY Nashville Mayoral Forum* focusing on older adults!
Monday, May 22nd, 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.
FiftyForward Donelson Station
108 Donelson Pk. Nashville, TN 37214
*Limited Seating. Registration Required.
Hosted by AgeWell Middle TN, FiftyForward and The West End Home Foundation
Prior to the forum, AgeWell conducted a survey asking Davidson County residents to discuss concerns and suggest questions affecting the older adult community. The survey results are available below. Thank you to all who participated.
Shred Event & Medication Drop-off
Every year an estimated 5 million, or 1 in 10 older Americans, experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
We want to help adults 50+ prevent financial exploitation by safely disposing of personal documents with identifying information. A prescription medication drop box will also be available to anyone wanting to safely dispose of any unused/expired medication.
Please join us for a FREE shred event hosted by the
Middle Tennessee Elder Watch Committee
Keys to Living & Aging Well: Mental Health & Social Connection
AgeWell launched a free webinar series called Keys to Living and Aging Well in partnership with ENCORE Ministries, GNRC-Area Agency on Aging & Disability, Jewish Family Services, and the YMCA of Middle TN.
Learn from local experts and older adults who will share helpful, evidence-based information and advice about optimizing:
physical health
mental health and social connection
nutrition – eating well to live well
brain health and reducing dementia risk factors
financial well-being for a long life
living with purpose & cultivating positive aging
Join us for the newest episode in the series: Mental Health & Social Connection
Ashley Franklin, LMSW - Jewish Family Service
Hannah Feliciano, LMFT, MMC/T - Insight Counseling Centers
Betsy Chernau, AgeWell Ambassador & Community Volunteer
Keys to Living & Aging Well: Cultivating Purpose & Positive Aging
AgeWell launched a free webinar series called Keys to Living and Aging Well in partnership with ENCORE Ministries, GNRC-Area Agency on Aging & Disability, Jewish Family Services, and the YMCA of Middle TN.
Learn from local experts and older adults who will share helpful, evidence-based information and advice about optimizing:
physical health
mental health and social connection
nutrition – eating well to live well
brain health and reducing dementia risk factors
financial well-being for a long life
living with purpose & cultivating positive aging
Join us for the newest episode in the series: Cultivating Purpose & Positive Aging
Richard H. Gentzler, Jr., D.Min, Director, ENCORE Ministry
Dori Gorman, M.Div, Chaplain, YMCA of Middle Tennessee
Gary Hauk, M.Div., D.Min., Volunteer Chaplain Maryland Farms YMCA
Digital Scam Prevention Workshop -Hadley Park
Spot potential scams and learn how to stay safe online during this workshop series for older adults. Join NPT and AgeWell for the Digital Scam Prevention Workshop Series - coming to a location near you!
Free for all Middle TN residents but we ask that you register for the session you would like to attend. The series kicks off at Hadley Park Community Center on April 3rd - register at https://npt-hadley.eventbrite.com/.
For additional information, including all of the session locations and times, click on the button for the flyer below.
Open House
Stop by the AgeWell office on Thursday, February 2nd anytime between 11 am - 1 pm. This will be the perfect time to pick up the newest edition of the Directory of Services!
We are located on the Second Presbyterian Campus*
3511 Belmont Blvd. Nashville, TN 37215
*Our office is at the corner of Belmont Blvd. and Graybar Lane (enter the driveway on Graybar and come to the side entrance with double glass doors).
Shred Event & Medication Drop-off
Please join us for a FREE shred event hosted by Middle Tennessee Elder Watch Committee
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2022 Sage Awards Ceremony & Fundraiser
Join AgeWell Middle Tennessee for the 30th Annual Sage Awards Ceremony & Fundraiser.
Please click on the image for more information.
Keys to Living and Aging Well: Brain Health & Reducing Dementia Risk Factors
AgeWell has launched a free webinar series called Keys to Living and Aging Well in partnership with the GNRC-Area Agency on Aging & Disability, Jewish Family Services, and the YMCA of Middle TN.
Join us for the newest episode in the series - Brain Health & Reducing Dementia Risk Factors - where you'll learn helpful, evidence-based information and actionable tips for aging well.
Click on the event title for more information and registration.
Eldercare Coach Webinar: Self-care Tips for Family Caregivers
If you're caring for an aging parent or spouse, you know the challenges can be overwhelming. Join AgeWell Middle Tennessee and the Greater Nashville Regional Council - Area Agency on Aging and Disability as we present resources and solutions to make your journey easier and less stressful.
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