September 2026 Newsletter
Dear Friends,
September is a time for new routines, new connections and, sometimes, a reminder that we don't have to navigate life's challenges alone.
In this month's Aging Gracefully update, we're sharing a few things that reflect the heart of what we do.
Camp Limitless: Creating a Place Where Kids with Type 1 Diabetes Can Just Be Kids
When Aging Gracefully Care Manager Ellen Jones’ daughter Amelia was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 8, Ellen wanted more than anything for her daughter to feel connected, included and—most importantly—like a kid.
That desire led Ellen and three other moms to ask a simple question:
Why doesn’t St. Louis have a day camp specifically for kids with Type 1 diabetes?
So they decided to create one.This summer, Camp Limitless welcomed 29 children ages 5-12 years old for a week filled with swimming, archery, climbing, outdoor adventures, new friendships and plenty of camp magic, all in an environment where their medical devices, blood sugar checks and diabetes care were simply part of the norm.
For Ellen, the experience was deeply personal. It was also a powerful reminder of the work she does every day as a care manager: building connections, finding resources, solving problems and making sure people have the support they need.
We’re sharing Ellen’s story—and the story of Camp Limitless—in our latest article.
New Caregiver Support Groups This Fall
Caregiving for an aging parent or spouse can be rewarding, challenging, and, at times, overwhelming. Aging Gracefully is offering two new six-week caregiver support groups this fall. One for adult children caring for aging parents, and one for spouses caring for a partner. Each session will combine practical education on topics such as care placement, care management, home care, elder law, and senior move management with time to connect and share with other caregivers. Adult Children Caregiver Support Group: Wednesdays from 7pm - 8:30pm beginning September 23rd at The J in Creve Coeur Spouse Caregiver Support Group: Thursdays from 1:00pm - 2:30pm beginning September 24th at Webster Groves Presbyterian Church. Space is limited. Register today or call Aging Gracefully at 314-827-6654.
Celebrating Community at L'Chaim!
We were grateful to attend the Jewish Federation of St. Louis' L'Chaim! event and spend an evening celebrating community and connection. We're sharing a few photos from a fun night with wonderful people and organizations doing meaningful work in our community.
Thank you for being a part of the Aging Gracefully community. We're honored to be here to support older adults, caregivers and the families who care for them.
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