New to Medicare Virtual Class

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Have questions about Medicare? Learning what to do when you become eligible for Medicare can seem overwhelming.  By the end of this class, you will know:   The difference between […]

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Slayton Office Update – April 2021

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As we continue to navigate the waters of the COVID-19 Pandemic, MNRAAA, like so many other organizations, continues to operate in a virtual setting. Last March, we temporarily closed our […]

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Minnesotans are Missing Out On Thousands of Dollars

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Programs are available to help pay the costs of people’s Medicare premiums and prescription drug copays. Unfortunately, many people do not think they are eligible, so they do not apply […]

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Volunteer Drivers Provide the Gift of Transportation

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The majority of our service area is rural, which means transportation to essential services such as grocery stores and medical appointments is vital for older adults. Several transportation providers offer […]

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National Volunteer Week was April 18-24

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Across the United States and Washington D.C., Minnesota ranks second for volunteerism, according to an AmeriCorps survey. This data puts the phrase “Minnesota nice” into perspective. It is gratifying and […]

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Legislative Update – April 2021

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The 85th Minnesota Legislature was called into session on January 5, 2021, and has a lot on their plate, from the continuing pandemic relief, vaccinations, and economic recovery. MNRAAA has […]

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MNRAAA Announces New Board of Directors

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March 18, 2021 – The Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (MNRAAA) is pleased to announce two new members to their Board of Directors, Kathleen Preuss and Pam Radunz. Kathleen […]

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CARE’s Act Dollars Awarded to 22 Organizations

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Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (MNRAAA) has awarded twenty-two organizations a total of $467,597. These dollars were made available under the Federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security […]

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MNRAAA Trains New Caregiver Consultants

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The Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging (MNRAAA) recently trained staff from five area organizations in Basic Caregiver Coaching Skills and Inside the Family Circle: Mastering the Family Meeting. These […]

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MNRAAA Receives Otto Bremer Trust Grant

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(March 4, 2021) – Minnesota River Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (MNRAAA) received a $25,000 grant from the Otto Bremer Trust, allowing an expansion of health care classes. MNRAAA connects […]

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