The Alzheimer’s Project HBO Documentary Puts Spotlight On Alzheimer’s Disease; Premiere Screening at the Hennepin County

Thursday, 30. April 2009

The Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota in collaboration with the Hennepin County Library is premiering the Caregivers segment of The Alzheimer’s Project on May 12 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hennepin County Central Library. The screening

State-Funded Home and Community-Based Services Programs for Older Adults

Thursday, 30. April 2009

This AARP Public Policy Institute issue paper finds that nearly every state provides some of its own funding for home and community-based services (HCBS) for older adults whose needs are not met by Medicaid waiver and state plan personal care options. (87 pages)

Perceptions of Long-term Care and the Economic Recession: AARP Bulletin Poll

Thursday, 30. April 2009

Almost half (49%) of people ages 45 and older say that if they need long-term care services, they expect to live at home and have an aide for a few hours each day–up from 42% a year ago–according to this April 2009 AARP Bulletin poll. (9 pages)

Community Approach Necessary For Affordable Long-Term Care, Says NCB Capital Impact

Thursday, 30. April 2009

In light of protests in Washington urging inclusion of the Community Choice Act in health care reform efforts, NCB Capital Impact points to the success of existing community-based, affordable long-term supports models as examples of what is possible.

Social Security: Ten Facts that Matter

Thursday, 30. April 2009

This AARP Public Policy Institute Fact Sheet by Selena Caldera discusses ten important facts about Social Security, highlighting the program?s long-term solvency problem and the critical role it plays in securing the income of many Americans. (6 pages)

VibrantNation.com Announces Participation in Upcoming Marketing Conferences

Thursday, 30. April 2009

VibrantNation.com Founder and CEO Stephen Reily and Senior Strategist Carol Orsborn, Ph.D., to Participate in Marketing to Women, Florida Boomer Lifestyle Conference, Targeting Boomers Beyond, BookExpo America and PRSA Counselors Academy Spring Con

Health Care Reform: A Survey of AARP Illinois Members

Thursday, 30. April 2009

AARP Illinois members support health care reform proposals that promote accessibility and coverage for all residents, according to this mail survey. (39 pages)

Governor Rendell Proclaims May as ‘Older Pennsylvanians Month’

Thursday, 30. April 2009

Governor Edward G. Rendell has proclaimed May as Older Pennsylvanians Month in honor of the many contributions made by the state’s 2.5 million citizens over 60.

Governor Rendell Introduces New Web Tool to Check Status of Property Tax/Rent Rebates

Thursday, 30. April 2009

Older adults, People With Disabilities Urged to Apply by June 30

Video: Genworth Financial Reveals Best Places in America for Long Term Care

Thursday, 30. April 2009

Annual Cost of Care Survey Spotlights U.S. Zip Codes with Most Affordable and Greatest Number of Long Term Care Options