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The Reframing Aging Movement
As we know, words matter. Discover how the Reframing Aging movement has identified and navigated how our language impacts people’s views about aging services and older adults in general. Learn more about the research-based framework produced and proven to translate overarching concerns of older adults and can forward priorities for the Aging Network. The session […]
Whole-person care for Medicare beneficiaries: Coverage and access implications
March 16, 2022, 12-1pm “What kind of care does Medicare get you? A Webinar on Challenges with Addressing Medicare Beneficiaries’ Whole-Person Health Needs” There is an increasing recognition about the importance of care that supports all aspects of our health, including mental health and social needs. While Medicare provides reliable coverage of healthcare services to […]
Illinois Policy Academy: Thursdays, March 24 & 31, 3-4:30pm
Please join us for this unique opportunity to become an ambassador for aging equity in Illinois. Thursday’s, March 24 and 31, 3-4:30pm Illinois Aging Together is a statewide campaign to advance aging equity. To move the state in this direction, we have developed the Illinois Aging Together Policy Academy to provide education and training to advocates to engage in […]
Illinois Policy Academy: Friday’s, April 22 and 29, 1-2:30pm
Please join us for this unique opportunity to become an ambassador for aging equity in Illinois. Friday’s, April 22 and 29, 1-2:30pm Illinois Aging Together is a statewide campaign to advance aging equity. To move the state in this direction, we have developed the Illinois Aging Together Policy Academy to provide education and training to advocates to engage in […]
The intersection of aging, ability, and direct support: A documentary film screening and discussion Featuring: “Invaluable – the unrecognized profession of direct support”
The intersection of aging, ability, and direct support: A documentary film screening and discussion Featuring: “Invaluable – the unrecognized profession of direct support” Please join us for a 2-hour advocacy event that includes a full-length screening of the 44-minute video documentary, “Invaluable – the unrecognized profession of direct support”. This film was produced by the […]
The intersection of aging, ability, and direct support: Panel discussion
The intersection of aging, ability, and direct support: Panel discussion Join us for this follow-up event as a moderated panel discusses issues and strategies to address Statewide Aging Equity while exploring the intersection of aging, ability, and direct support through the diverse perspectives of a consumer, direct support worker, workforce advocate, and an academic researcher. […]
Over-REACH: The private health insurance industry’s plot to further privatize Medicare
Dr. Susan Rogers of Physicians for a National Health Program (PNHP) will discuss an issue that relates to the further privatization of Medicare. The Accountable Care Organization Realizing Equity, Access and Community Health (ACO REACH)) program, previously called Direct Contract Entities which is a program created by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid innovation (CMMI). CMMI was […]
Feburuary Information Session
Join us for our monthly information session! Hosted by Health and Aging Organizer, Alizandra Medina, this virtual meeting will include an overview of the campaign and ways to get involved. Register here.
March Information Session
Join us for our monthly information session! Hosted by Health and Aging Organizer, Alizandra Medina, this virtual meeting will include an overview of the campaign and ways to get involved. Register here.
April Information Session
Join us for our monthly information session! Hosted by Health and Aging Organizer, Alizandra Medina, this virtual meeting will include an overview of the campaign and ways to get involved. Register here.
May Information Session
Join us for our monthly information session! Hosted by Health and Aging Organizer, Alizandra Medina, this virtual meeting will include an overview of the campaign and ways to get involved. Register here.