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Next weeks meals look great! Make sure to call your center manager by noon to request your meal for the following day. Have a great weekend and stay safe!

'What's Happening Wednesdays' returns!

Meet the team behind the ENOA Public Affairs and New Horizons newspaper!

Public Affairs Director Mitch Laudenback and Editor Ron Petersen work together to keep the 60+ community across five counties informed and connected. From printing 8,300 copies monthly to sharing local wellness tips, they are dedicated to celebrating vibrant, active aging.

Editorial Mission
The team focuses on "dispelling negative myths and stereotypes" of aging by providing a realistic, lively portrait of life after 60. While produced by staff of all ages, they actively recruit and feature older writers to ensure an authentic voice. Each issue typically includes:

• Wellness & Health Hacks: Practical advice for daily living.

• Community Highlights: Updates on local events, such as National Volunteer Month or the "Luau Amazing Volunteers" celebrations.

• Legislative News: Crucial updates on topics like the Nebraska Caregiver Tax Credit.

TODAY IS World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)2026

The theme for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2026 is "Beyond Awareness: Making Elder Abuse Prevention Work". This year marks the 20th global observance, emphasizing a shift from merely recognizing abuse to executing tangible, preventive measures for older adults.

Elder Abuse Awareness Day reminds us of the importance of protecting older adults and ensuring they are treated with dignity, compassion, and respect.

A simple check-in, conversation, or act of support can make a meaningful difference.

Thanks to everyone who attended the Aging Safely in Nebraska Resource Fair on Friday In Observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day - June 15. It was a beautiful day of community, and important resources. (WEAAD)

We are Hiring!

Position: Part-Time Meals on Wheels Van Driver
Location: Bellevue

Are you interested in delivering nutritious meals to homebound older adults while providing a friendly check-in and a warm smile?

Please check out: https://enhsa.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ENOAv1/details/ENOA--Home-Delivered-Meals-Driver-II_R-4660

Sunshine, community, and important resources are all out at ENOA's Aging Safely in Nebraska Resource Fair today, recognizing World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15). AARP Nebraska is on-site at Gene Leahy Mall until 1 p.m. Come visit us.

What's Happening Wednesdays is back!

Did you know that the New Horizons paper celebrated 50 years last year? What an accomplishment!

New Horizons newspaper marks a remarkable milestone, celebrating over 50 years of service, delivering trusted news, entertainment, and advertising to the residents of Cass, Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy, and Washington counties in Nebraska. We currently direct mail 8,300 papers to subscribers 60 and older in the five counties we serve.

New Horizons has covered many notable leaders in our community. From local changemakers, to famous coaches, home grown directors and actors.

Click here; https://issuu.com/newhorizonsomaha to check out some of the past issues.

Next weeks meals look great! Make sure to call your center manager by noon to reserve your meal for the following day. Have a great weekend and stay safe!😀

On this month's 'What's Happening Wednesdays' we focus on the Public Affairs Division that includes our popular New Horizons newspaper!

Public Affairs Division:
Serves as the agency’s contact with the media outlets for news stories. Send out press releases promoting ENOA’s events. Manage social media accounts, & ENOA’s website. Public Affairs has a creative component. We create brochures, fliers, newsletters, posters, and anything to promote ENOA and its programs.

New Horizons Newspaper:
The New Horizons is ENOA’s primary source of information for the five-county area’s 60 and older population. The publication strives to present a positive image of older Nebraskans by reporting on issues like health & wellness, healthcare, travel, nutrition, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, and ENOA’s programs and services. Click here; https://issuu.com/newhorizonsomaha to check out current and past issues.

If you're interested in receiving a paper copy of the New Horizons, please reach out to Ron or Mitch at:

[email protected] or 402-444-6654

[email protected] or 402-444-4148

Next weeks meals look yummy! Make sure to call your center manager by noon to make your reservation for the following day. Have a great weekend and stay safe!