Healthy aging

Alzheimer's Association

In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association of Missouri, MU Extension Health and Human Science specialists can teach 10 of the Alzheimer's Association programs. These programs aim to help people understand Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias as well as how to live with the disease.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a program to give family caregivers skills for self-care while caring for others.

Wits Workout

Engage in brain-boosting games and discussions to enhance memory, focus, and social connections in a fun, supportive group setting.

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions

Variety of classes for individuals with chronic conditions and for caregivers to learn how to face challenges and manage a healthy life.

Bridging the Gap: Intergenerational Interactions

Grandparents as Caregivers — Common Questions

Accessory Apartments

Shared Housing

MU med students to lead free Stay Strong, Stay Healthy program in Hannibal

January 9, 2026

Finding his stride again

December 29, 2025

Falls Prevention Awareness Month

September 4, 2025

Self-care for the caregiver

June 26, 2025

What is Alzheimer's Disease?

Alzheimer's information - learn about signs, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, risks and treatments and the difference between Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

Healthy Aging and Fall Prevention Awareness Month Virtual Education Series: Phy…

Check out the post-event videos to catch up on this virtual interactive education series. (Video: Physical Health and Exercise Programs)

Healthy Aging and Fall Prevention Awareness Month Virtual Education Series: Hea…

Check out the post-event videos to catch up on this virtual interactive education series. (Video: Healthy Aging and Falls Prevention Workshop)

Healthy Aging and Fall Prevention Awareness Month Virtual Education Series: Bra…

Check out the post-event videos to catch up on this virtual interactive education series. (Video: Brain Health)

Associate Extension Professor

Professor, State Fitness Specialist

Bethany Bachmann

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Sara Bridgewater

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Katherine Deeken

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Field Specialist in Human Development

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health Education

Naomi R. Meinertz

Assistant Professor in Human Development and Family Science; Extension State Specialist in Aging

Extension Engagement Specialist

Assistant Director, Health and Human Sciences

Rachel O'Halloran

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Assistant Extension Professor

Jeremiah Terrell

Field Specialist in Human Development

Jessica Trussell

Field Specialist in Human Development

Assistant Extension Professor

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