Monterey County Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council

06/08/2026

Just released! The 2026-2027 Living Well: Aging & Disability Resource Guide is now available!
Created in partnership with the County of Monterey Aging & Adult Services, Area Agency on Aging, and Monterey County Weekly, this guide connects older adults, family caregivers, and people with disabilities to local programs, services, resources, and support. Explore the new guide online here: https://flipbook.montereycountyweekly.com/archive/2026/best/Living-Well/index.html

05/21/2026

The North County Recreation and Park District is hosting FREE in-person cooking demos for seniors called “A Taste of Time: A Multigenerational Cooking Program” from May 2026 to February 2027!

Seniors (60+) are welcome to bring their grandchildren, family members, and/or friends to join in the fun of learning how to make delicious meals in person.

Please see the attached images to learn more and register today!

05/21/2026

May is Older Americans Month! We are proud to stand alongside our incredible community partners and the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors, dedicated to supporting the health, wellness, and independence of older adults throughout Monterey County.

This year’s theme, “Champion Your Health,” highlights the importance of prevention, wellness, and healthy aging. Thank you to our Advisory Council, Alliance On Aging, Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula, Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley, Alzheimer's Association, Health Projects Center, and the many other community members and partners who joined us in support.

05/08/2026

Every May, we celebrate Older Americans Month and honor the valuable contributions older adults make in our communities. This year’s theme, “Champion Your Health,” highlights the importance of prevention, wellness, and healthy aging.

Join us, along with our community partners, as we recognize and celebrate Older Americans Month at the County of Monterey Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. in the Board Chambers, 1st Floor, located at 168 W. Alisal Street in Salinas. We look forward to celebrating with you!

04/08/2026

Save the Date!
Join us for our Open House & Resource Fair on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 1-3 PM at the One Stop Community Center! This free, family-friendly event is open to the public. It will feature over 50 exhibitors, valuable community resources, free food, raffle prizes, shave ice, gift cards for the first 400 attendees, and more!

Bring your family and friends! We look forward to seeing you there!

03/13/2026

FREE Medicare 101 Presentation!
Learn the A, B, C’s & D’s of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C (Advantage), D, supplemental plans, penalties, and low-income assistance programs.
Event: Wed, April 29, 2026, 4pm, held at the Harrison Memorial Library, corner of Ocean Ave and Lincoln Street, Carmel-By-the-Sea, CA. Questions? Call Agustin Romero at (831) 655-7567.

01/15/2026

FREE Income Tax Preparation!
Alliance on Aging offers no-cost Federal & California income tax preparation for low-income adults age 60 and older. Services are provided by trained volunteer tax counselors and are by appointment only at multiple locations in Monterey County.

To schedule an appointment: Call (831) 655-1334 or visit www.allianceonaging.org. Questions? Call Alliance on Aging at (831) 655-1334.

01/07/2026

FREE Medicare 101 Presentation offered in Spanish!
Learn the A, B, C’s & D’s of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C (Advantage), D, supplemental plans, penalties, and low-income assistance programs.
Event: Wed, Jan 28, 2026, at 5:30pm, held at the Alliance on Aging HUB @ 236 Monterey Street in Salinas. Questions? Call Agustin Romero at (831) 655-7567.

01/06/2026

FREE Medicare 101 Presentation!
Learn the A, B, C’s & D’s of Medicare, including Parts A, B, C (Advantage), D, supplemental plans, penalties, and low-income assistance programs.
Event: Tue, Jan 27, 2026, at 5:30pm, held at the Alliance on Aging HUB @ 236 Monterey Street in Salinas. Questions? Call Agustin Romero at (831) 655-7567.

12/18/2025