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Creating an Enriching Work Life for Older Adults with Vision Loss
Support and training allow people with vision loss to secure or maintain positions.
How We Might Reduce Risks for Older Adults in a Changing Climate
Advocacy is needed to help those at greatest risk for all climate crises.
Bridge Meadows: A Case for Intergenerational Housing
Grandparents raising grandchildren is increasingly common in the U.S. and this type of housing provides a cohesive solution to a complex issue.
The Cost of Aging in Prison
‘Older adults in California prisons, including those with chronic (but not totally disabling) illnesses are mandated to work every day.’
Now is the Time to Integrate Nutrition and Malnutrition Care into State Master Plans on Aging
More than half of U.S. states are developing plans, but nutrition needs to be included.
Beyond Their Prime? Or Just Missed Opportunity?
Self-perception is a key reason older women don’t exercise as they should.
Why Workforce Leaders Must Prioritize Home Care Training and Careers
‘These workers deserve good jobs, and all U.S. workers need access to quality care. Yet the latter is dependent upon the former.’
Why Pair 2 Care Is a Crucial Program for Black Caregivers of People with Dementia
Listen as Dr. Karen Moss describes her program Pair 2 Care, how it works and why participants are resonating with it.
Upcoming Hill Day to Advocate for Indigenous Elders Facing Obesity
Our Hill visit will stress the need to incorporate culturally sensitive options into federal health insurance programs.
ASA RISE—An Invaluable Segue into My Second Chapter
‘ASA RISE has been the vitamin boost I needed to continue advocating for older adults with even more passion, power and a community of believers backing me.’
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