Never a better time
to join TRAIL!
Results of our recent member survey confirmed what we often hear: that our member community is very happy with TRAIL's member benefits and services, from our friendly volunteers to our social and educational events, and more.
It’s gratifying to know that TRAIL is succeeding in its mission of helping older adults age more safely and comfortably in the places they call home – and that our members consider TRAIL a good value, too.
Our staff, volunteers, and supporters are dedicated to fulfilling TRAIL's mission. Thanks to their efforts, TRAIL was able to weather the inflationary pressures that began with the onset of COVID. But as costs continue to rise, we have made the difficult decision to raise membership fees for the first time since 2021.
In recent years we’ve added a number of new member tools and benefits that we believe increase the value for both Affiliate and Full TRAIL members. For example, we introduced a user-friendly online vendor referral service, published an expanded Johnson County Senior Housing and Services Guide, and launched our Life Transition Service, which helps Full members cope with some of the more challenging aspects of aging.
To support these and other important member services, membership fees will increase slightly on July 1, 2024:
- Full household: From $65/month to $75/month (or $780/year to $900/year)
- Full individual: From $50/month to $60/month ($600/year to $720/year)
- Affiliate household: From $195/year to $210/year
- Affiliate individual: From $130/year to $140/year
(Note: Supported membership fees will not change.)
Opportunities for savings:
- Members who renew their membership annually and whose renewal date falls before January 2025 can renew before July 1 and pay the existing 2023-24 rate through their renewal date in 2025. Members who pay monthly via credit card or bank withdrawal will see their fees increase upon their scheduled renewal date in 2024-25.
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Affiliate members who have been contemplating Full membership should upgrade before July 1 and lock in the current Full membership fee until their renewal date a year from now.
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New members should join today! If you or your friends or family members could benefit from TRAIL membership, join now before fees increase July 1!
This modest but necessary increase will help TRAIL continue to provide the benefits and services our members count on. Please contact Bob or Jessica in the TRAIL office if you have questions about renewals or membership options: 319-800-9003 or membersupport@