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Senate Democrats inch closer to jobs bill The Washington Post Share     Senate Democrats are nearly done crafting the first of a planned series of job-creation bills, but are delaying a full rollout of the measure in hopes that they can attract some Republican support. More See n4a advocates job creation strategies for LTSS workers. MORE
 In Obama's budget, help for caregivers The New York Times Share
The folks who work for advocacy groups representing the elderly and their families are doing happy Snoopy dances this week. More
 What happens if nothing happens to health care? The Wall Street Journal Share
A month ago, President Barack Obama was on the verge of a victory that eluded all his predecessors, as Congress neared approval of legislation to expand health-insurance coverage to nearly all Americans. Today, this initiative is in critical condition, perhaps even dying. More  Older Americans Act Reauthorization Administration on Aging Share
Since 1965, the Older Americans Act (OAA) has gained recognition as a unique and highly regarded statute that has stimulated the development of a comprehensive and coordinated service system. This system has contributed greatly to enhancing the lives of older individuals, family caregivers, and persons with disabilities. In 2011 Congress will consider reauthorization and amendments to the Act effective in FY 2012. In anticipation of this process, the Administration on Aging (AoA) is soliciting input concerning the reauthorization through three mechanisms: (1) AoA-Convened Listening Forums; (2) OAA Reauthorization Input Events; and (3) Direct Input via the AoA Web site. More
 Increased patient cost-sharing may hurt elderly The Washington Post Share
Higher Medicare copays, sometimes just a few dollars more, led to fewer doctors visits and to more and longer hospital stays, a large new study reveals. More  National Diabetes Education Program provides new tool to support behavior change National Diabetes Education Program Share
NDEP is excited to announce the launch of a new tool for supporting behavior change in people with diabetes or at risk for diabetes and their families! This user-friendly tool was developed to provide easy access to existing research articles, tools, and programs that address the "how to" of behavior change. The tool is called the Support for Behavior Change Resource (SBCR) and resides on the NDEP Web site. More Project Lifesaver offering grants for new programs and families Alzheimer's Daily News Share
Project Lifesaver International, a non-profit organization that helps rescue individuals who are prone to wander due to Alzheimer's disease, autism and other cognitive disorders, recently received federal assistance from the U.S. Department of Justice to expand its program throughout the country. More
When it isn't just clutter anymore The New York Times Share
She was a retired college professor, living alone in a New York apartment that had become unmanageable. When she called Bergfeld's Estate Clearance Service for help, Kristin Bergfeld had trouble entering the apartment; the professor had to move objects out of the way simply to open her front door. More |
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The articles in Answers on Aging for Professionals are chosen from a variety of sources to keep subscribers informed of topics and trends that impact aging service professionals and the older population they serve. Publication of any article or advertisement does not imply that n4a has endorsed or supports its content.
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