The ASA RISE Allyship Project
Era of Empow(h)erment
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Transforming How CCRCs Operate
Multiple actions could be taken by CCRC leadership to improve life for residents and employees.
We Cannot Afford to Lose Ground in the Fight Against HIV/AIDS
Cuts to the CDC’s Division of HIV Prevention would have devastating consequences for the growing population of older adults living with HIV.
CCRC Workforce Challenges
‘We’re in a very competitive staffing environment. There are 4 CCRCs within a few miles of here.’
Black Women’s Legacy of Care Is a Model for Aging Well
Rethinking aging—from isolation to connection.
The Shifting Care Needs of CCRC Residents
‘They’re living longer. They’re staying longer. And, unfortunately, our bed space is limited.’
GRAND Voices—Powerful Advocates for Change
Grandparents raising grandchildren are highly valued as key advisors to policy makers.
Supporting Kinship Caregivers
Washington State’s cultural adaptations for Latine and tribal families.
A Culturally Adapted Kinship Navigator Program
Successful parenting program in the Port Gamble S’Kallam Tribe allows children to stay with family or tribal members acting as family.
Empowering Grandparent Caregivers Via In-Person and Virtual Programs
In-class connections between grandparent caregivers can be key to acquiring the skills necessary in modern child-rearing.
Getting Grandchildren Back on Their Feet
How Black grandmothers raising grandchildren tend to children’s physical development.
‘I Wanna Put That Education in Them’
How Black grandmothers raising their grandchildren support children’s cognitive development.
Keeping Families Together Via Better Guardianship Rules
Guardianship laws fall short of meeting the needs of BIPOC grandparents and the children in their care.
The Impact of Latino Culture on the Experiences of Abuelitas (Grandmothers)
How cultural values like familismo, machismo, and marianismo can influence grandmothers’ view of their role.
A Glimpse into the Lives of African American Grandmothers Caring on the Margins
A lack of familial or community resources makes the grandmothering job all-consuming and nearly impossible.
The Power of Strength: A Tribute to My Grandmother and All Grandparents
Grandparents are key to raising grandchildren in the U.S., despite economic, emotional, and physical sacrifices.
Listening to the Voices of Black Dementia Caregivers
We need culturally tailored education on navigating care.
Wrapping Up the Aging While Black Series
This collection of pieces harnesses culturally responsive solutions, empowering caregivers and strengthen bonds in our communities.
Pairs with Pride: Intergenerational Connections for LGBTQ+ Elders
How to create meaningful links between LGBTQ+ older and younger adults.
Who Cares When the Caregivers Fall?
Personal tale brings home the truth about our caregiving infrastructure, or lack thereof.