by Debra Vickers | May 27, 2021 | Blog
West Central’s solution to limited rural transportation Thom Reece is a 77-year-old veteran who does not drive and does not have a vehicle of his own. Getting everyday shopping done, or traveling to medical appointments, is a big deal without transportation options in...
by Debra Vickers | May 27, 2021 | Blog
Cheryl Gutshall, Senior Care Director, shares the importance of staying healthy and active as individuals get older. Physical activity plays an important role in all of our lives. However, as we age, it becomes more important than ever to have an active lifestyle for...
by Debra Vickers | Apr 29, 2021 | Blog
Senior Care: Essential conversations and connections Staffer Gina Hensley puts years of experience into the job Senior Care is a new program at West Central Missouri Community Action Agency designed to ensure that elderly residents of the rural area never run into a...
by Debra Vickers | Apr 21, 2021 | Blog
From rhlradio.com “In this episode of Rural Health Leadership Radio, we’re talking about the rural collaborative advantage; how rural community leaders can recognize the resources within their community and then then collaborate with the various organizations...
by Debra Vickers | Apr 8, 2021 | Blog
Paths out of poverty with West Central’s Family Self Sufficiency Program “If I could fix one thing right now, what would it be?” Through the Family Self-Sufficiency program at West Central Community Action Agency, this question unlocks the door to a world of resources...
by Debra Vickers | Apr 8, 2021 | Blog
Agency teamwork keeps rural homeowners warm and secure Weatherization and Senior Care programs address urgent and long-term needs It’s the homeowner’s worst fear: When one problem is fixed, another problem appears. Sisters Diane Bradley and Jacqueline Morales...
