Connections Area Agency on Aging

08/21/2026

🩺 Measles: What Older Adults & Caregivers Should Know

Iowa health officials are responding to a measles outbreak affecting multiple counties, including areas of southern Iowa.

Measles is highly contagious. Symptoms can include fever, cough, runny nose, red or watery eyes, and a rash that typically begins on the face and spreads.

If you think you may have been exposed or develop symptoms, call your healthcare provider before going to the office or emergency room so they can help protect others from possible exposure.

Not sure if you are protected against measles? Talk with your healthcare provider or local public health agency about your vaccination history.

📌 A note from Connections Area Agency on Aging: We are not healthcare or medical experts. We are sharing this information as a community resource based on information published by Iowa HHS and Iowa media outlets. For medical questions or concerns about your health, please contact your healthcare provider or local public health agency.

Stay informed. Stay connected. ❤️

08/20/2026

August 2026 Secret Ingredient Recipe-Summer Chicken Salad Bowl. Roxane brings us a great summer cool-down meal with the Summer Chicken Salad Bowl.
Follow along with Roxane as she whips up this tasty treat. Check out this and all Secret Ingredient videos at:

Summer Chicken Salad BowlServes: 2-4Ingredients6–8 cups arugula ...

08/19/2026

Your health is worth investing in—especially when small changes can make a big difference! 💚

This Wellness Wednesday, take a moment to check in with yourself. Get moving, drink some water, eat something nourishing, connect with someone you care about, or simply take a few minutes to relax.

Remember: wellness isn’t about perfection—it’s about taking one small step toward feeling your best.

What’s one healthy choice you can make for yourself today? 👇

08/18/2026

Happy National Couples Day! 💕 Today, we’re celebrating an incredible milestone and congratulating Lyle and Eleanor on 83 years of marriage!

When asked how they’ve made their marriage last so long, Eleanor’s answer was simple and sweet: “We love each other.” ❤️

What a beautiful reminder that sometimes, the simplest things are the most meaningful. Here’s to 83 years of love, laughter, partnership, and memories.

Lyle and Eleanor Gittens (USA) have broken three world records with their amazing love story.

08/17/2026

Sometimes the topics we’d rather not talk about are the ones that can make the biggest difference in our health and quality of life.
Join Connections Area Agency on Aging for Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder — a fun, interactive program designed to help women 50+ learn practical ways to improve bladder and bowel health, build confidence, and feel their best.

08/17/2026

💧 Let’s Talk About Healthy Bladders & Happy Bowels! 💙
Sometimes the topics we’d rather not talk about are the ones that can make the biggest difference in our health and quality of life.
Join Connections Area Agency on Aging for Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder — a fun, interactive program designed to help women 50+ learn practical ways to improve bladder and bowel health, build confidence, and feel their best.
🌿 Learn simple strategies you can use every day
💪 Build healthy habits
💬 Connect with others in a supportive, judgment-free environment
Because taking care of yourself includes all of you!
Class dates: September 9th, 23rd and October 7th
Time: 10am to 12pm
Location: online class link will be sent with registration
Space is limited! Contact Connections Area Agency on Aging to learn more or register.
https://www.connectionsaaa.org/about-us/news_events/special_events.html/event-form/registration-form/116104/tickets

08/15/2026

Today we’re celebrating the tiny pollinators that play a BIG role in our world! Honey bees help pollinate many of the fruits, vegetables, and flowers we enjoy every day—and they remind us that even the smallest contributions can make a big difference. 🌻

National Honey Bee Day is also a great reminder that staying active, connected, and engaged is good for us at every age. Whether it’s tending a garden, planting flowers, spending time outdoors, or simply enjoying nature, there are so many ways to stay connected to the world around us. 💛

At Connections Area Agency on Aging, we believe that aging well means continuing to find purpose, connection, and joy in everyday life.

🐝 Plant something.
🌻 Enjoy the outdoors.
🍯 Appreciate the little things.
💛 Stay connected.

What’s your favorite way to enjoy the outdoors? Tell us below!

08/14/2026

Our Connections Golf Classic is coming up—grab your team, bring your best swing, and help us make a difference for older adults!
https://www.connectionsaaa.org/26th-annual-golf-classic/

08/13/2026

Congratulations to Kristina Yezdimer, Activity Director at Siouxland Center for Active Generations for completing the training to be a Senior Planet OATS trainer we are so happy to have you on our team!!

08/11/2026

We had a sweet treat from BonnieGene Bakes. She had a community cookie tour. She dropped off the most delicious brookies (half brownie/half cookie) to our staff today. They are delicious. We appreciate her support in the community. She also donates a delicious dessert to our Gingerbread Gala Dessert Auction. Thanks for thinking of us!