Aging and Wellness Coalition of Sedgwick County
Mission
Promoting wellness through education and advocacy for older adults.
History and Goals
Originating as the Aging and Mental Health Coalition in 1998 , the Coalition now serves the dual function of sub-group to the Health and Wellness Coalition of Wichita and was aptly renamed the Aging and Wellness Coalition of Sedgwick County in 2008.
The guiding purpose of this coalition is to promote the mental, physical and spiritual wellness of older adults. The goal of Aging and Wellness Coalition is to achieve this purpose through advocacy, education and outreach to the general public and professionals who have contact with older adults.
Get Involved:
Become a member of the Aging and Wellness Coalition
Sponsor an event or program
Make a tax deductable donation to support the efforts and activities of the Aging and Wellness Coalition
Participation is open to all interested persons and organizations. For more information call 316-660-5120
Active Coalition Member Agencies/Companies
Central Plains Area Agency on Aging
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Heartland Home Improvements - Home for Life
Newman University School of Social Work
Sedgwick County Dept. on Aging
Coalition Activities and Events
Annual Aging and Wellness Workshops for professionals
Participate in local fairs to promote wellness
Sponsor Riverfest Senior Gala
Serve as an aging sub-committee for the Health and Wellness Coalition of Wichita
Publish the Aging and Wellness Resource Guide
National Depression Screening Day for Seniors
Past Accoplishments
Wellness in the Park
Caregiver health and wellness education
Education information focused on seniors
Suicide prevention
What is Wellness
The Aging and Wellness Coalition considers wellness in a holistic view. This viewpoint includes not only the physical health, but the mental and spiritual well being of the person as well