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Health & Wellness Aging Specialist
NEI3A is seeking a compassionate, service-oriented Health & Wellness Aging Specialist to support older adults through nutrition services and evidence-based health promotion programs. This role interacts directly with consumers, volunteers, and community partners to help older adults maintain independence, dignity, and well-being. Responsibilities include coordinating nutrition services, supporting home-delivered meals, engaging with meal sites, recruiting…
Read MoreDementia Friendly State Coordinator
NEI3A is seeking a Dementia Friendly State Coordinator to support people living with dementia, their families, and caregivers across Iowa. This role leads the Dementia Friends and Dementia Friendly Communities initiatives, provides statewide dementia education, maintains resource materials, supports community programs, and supervises the Dementia Service Specialist. The position also collaborates with partners, manages grant…
Read MoreNortheast Iowa Area Agency on Aging Awarded SMP Resource Center and SHIP Technical Assistance Center Grants
Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging (NEI3A) has been awarded two three-year grants from the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, to continue operating both the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Resource Center and the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Technical Assistance Center (SHIP TA Center). The SMP Resource…
Read MoreNational Aging Services Organizations Call for Day of Action in Honor of 60th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act on July 14
ADvancing States Executive Director Martha Roherty, National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs (NANASP) Executive Director Robert B. Blancato, National Council on Aging (NCOA) President and CEO Ramsey Alwin, Meals on Wheels America President and CEO Ellie Hollander and USAging CEO Sandy Markwood issued the following joint statement leading up to the 60th anniversary…
Read MoreNortheast Iowa Area Agency on Aging Announces Appointment of New CEO, Greg Zars, as Mike Donohue Retires
Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging (NEI3A) is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Zars as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2025. Greg will succeed current CEO Mike Donohue, who will retire at the end of July. Greg Zars brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of NEI3A’s mission,…
Read MoreStanding United Against Elder Abuse: Promoting Justice, Dignity, and Connection on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – June 15, 2025
June 15, 2025 is World Elder Abuse Day. Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging joins communities across the world to promote awareness and highlight solutions to this systemic social challenge. As Americans, we believe in justice for all, but we fail to adhere to this value when we allow older members of our communities to…
Read MorePublic Hearing
Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging will hold a Public Hearing to review the area plans and direct service waivers. Date: Monday, June 2 Time: 11:00 a.m. Location: 201 Tower Park Drive, Suite 100 – Waterloo, IA 50701 Attend virtually:  https://nei3a-org.zoom.us/j/89047208750 Agenda: Call meeting to order Open public meeting Review area plan and direct service waivers…
Read MoreLetter from the CEO – President Trump’s Proposed 2026 Budget Cuts
President Trump’s budget proposal for FY2026 calls for many cuts and the dismantling of programs that are critical to the independence of older Americans. Through the Older Americans Act of 1965, over 600 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in this country have been providing services that allow older adults to remain independent and thriving in…
Read MorePublic Hearing
Details: Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging will hold a public hearing on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. to review service category amendments to its Area Plan Fiscal Years 2026 -2029. Date of hearing: Friday, April 25, 2025 Location:Â 201 Tower Park Drive, Suite 100, Waterloo, IA 50701 Virtual attendee link:Â https://nei3a-org.zoom.us/j/88962295738?pwd=G9kyqbWNXVlbrzC7tCR9OOby6jlbBH.1 Agenda:Â Â …
Read MoreHy-Vee Partners with Dementia Friendly Iowa to Pilot New Awareness Program at Retail Locations
Hy-Vee in partnership with Dementia Friendly Iowa is proud to announce that the Waukee Hy-Vee and the Crossroads Hy-Vee in Waterloo will be the first to take part in a new awareness program at retail locations to assist those with dementia. The effort focuses on fostering a more inclusive and supportive shopping experience for individuals…
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