Seniors in Story

07/19/2026

Caring for someone with dementia can bring challenging moments.

Ames Public Library is hosting a new Dementia Caregiver Support Group to connect with others who understand your experiences.

Join us on the third Thursday of each month, and leave with practical, confidence-building tools you can use right away.

📆 On Thursday, July 23, at 6pm we'll talk about bathing, eating, dressing, and creating structure that reduces stress.

07/15/2026

07/15/2026

🛍️ We're in Need of Grocery Bags! 🛍️

Our supply of shopping bags is running low! If you have extra plastic or paper grocery bags sitting around at home, we'd be so grateful if you could donate them to Affordables.

Every bag helps us package purchases for our wonderful customers while giving those bags a second life. 🌎♻️

You can drop them off anytime during our regular business hours. Thank you for helping us serve our community—we truly appreciate your support! 💙

07/15/2026

Do your repair skills begin and end at, "have you tried turning it off and on again?"

Learning basic repair skills can open up a new world of sustainability and self-sufficiency.

Join community volunteers at "Repair Skills 101," a drop-in clinic and learn the basics of mending clothing, repairing home appliances, or maintaining a bicycle.

📆 Saturday, July 18
10am-2pm, Library Auditorium

To participate, please bring an item to be repaired. This workshop is hands on and you will work directly with a teacher to learn basic diagnostics and repair. Come ready to get involved!

07/15/2026

Mid‑year is the perfect moment to reconnect with purpose — and that’s exactly what we’ll be doing at the River Valley Veterans Network gathering on July 15th, hosted and sponsored by the Gateway Hotel & Conference Center in Ames from 6–8 p.m.

This month’s event is all about Veterans supporting Veterans, strengthened by the engagement of Central Iowa companies and community leaders who want to understand the Veteran community, share the needs within their teams, and build meaningful connections that move people and organizations forward.

The Gateway is generously providing food and a welcoming environment, giving us the space to talk openly, share resources, and build relationships that matter.

Whether you’re a Veteran, an employer, a community partner, or someone who believes in the power of service‑driven leadership, you’re invited to join us, connect, and be part of the momentum.

Looking forward to seeing you on July 15th.

Frank Sposeto III
www.linkedin.com/in/frank-sposeto-iii

Discover Ames | Iowa National Guard Warrior and Family Services Branch | Iowa State Daily | VFW Department of Iowa | Military-Affiliated Student Center at Iowa State University | Iowa National Guard | American Legion of Iowa | SHRM Central Iowa | VA Central Iowa Health Care System (VACIHCS) | Story County, Iowa

07/15/2026

Reminder: It's Time to Join or Renew Your OLLI at Iowa State Membership! Don't miss another year of lifelong learning, engaging programs, meaningful connections, and exclusive member benefits.

Join or renew today and enjoy all the opportunities OLLI at Iowa State has to offer!

Visit our website to learn more about membership and all the benefits available to members:
https://olli.iastate.edu/

07/15/2026

Do you live in Dallas county and sometimes need a ride to the doctor or pharmacy?

Iowa State University is looking for participants for a one-time online focus group to learn about experiences getting to medical appointments. Your feedback will help identify ways to improve transportation options in your community.

The discussion will last 60-90 minutes, no special computer skills are needed, and your responses will be kept private.

Apply today if you're interested in participating: https://www.cssm.iastate.edu/transit

07/15/2026

Enjoy a nutritious meal and friendly conversation at our weekly Congregate Meals Program for adults 60+. Designed to support both physical health and social well-being, this program offers balanced meals in a warm, welcoming group setting.

Meals are provided by Mary Greeley Medical Center and served every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Sixty Forward Center.

To reserve your spot, contact Outreach at (515) 346-6848 or email [email protected] before Wednesday morning at 8:30 a.m.

Voluntary donations are accepted and appreciated. Come for the meal and stay for the friendships.

https://www.heartlandofstorycounty.org/program-services/congregate-meals-program/

07/13/2026

⛱ Join us for a fun and welcoming summer gathering designed to bring together older adults and the organizations that serve them throughout Story County. This community networking event offers a relaxed opportunity for seniors to connect with local service providers, discover valuable programs and resources, and build meaningful relationships in a friendly atmosphere.

RSVP Requested https://www.seniorsinstory.org/event-details/seniors-in-story-summer-social