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The New Age of Aging case studies report highlights eight best practice programs and provide tips for replicating these programs across the country.
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New white paper details higher incidence rates among African American and Hispanic populations. Identifies ways to addresses this public health probelm through research and policy.
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Aging in Poverty: A Call to Action is a special report by Families in Society and the New Age of Aging. It provides a frontline look at how poverty affects older adults.
New Webinar Series on Serving LGBT Older Adults
Alliance for Children and Families' New Age of Aging initiative is offering a new two-part webinar series on serving lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) older adults.
Health Issues of LGBT Older Adults is April 11 from 1-2:30 p.m. CT.
Creating a Friendly Service Environment for LGBT Older Adults is April 18 from 1-2:30 p.m. CT. … more
Documentary Showcases Vivacity of Older Adult Athletes
The new documentary “Age of Champions” showcases the vitality and enthusiasm of older adults by spotlighting several athletes who are training for the National Senior Games.
Promote health and lifelong fitness by hosting a screening of the documentary. Screening kits are available for purchase online. The kit includes a DVD of the film, license to host public screenings, promotional materials, and a discussion guide.
When purchasing the kit, Alliance for Children and Families members may enter the discount code "alliance" to receive the reduced rate of $99, a $50 savings.
The film includes the stories of: … more
Transforming Human Services for Older Adults: Progress Report 2007-2010
Details progress toward the three goals of the Alliance for Children and Families’ New Age of Aging initiative: to increase the number of professionals trained in gerontology and aging issues, reframe human service organizations’ perceptions of aging services, and move Alliance member organizations to the next appropriate level of capacity and skill in serving older adults.
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