Aging policy advocate-Infuse age in everything! Nonpartisan advocate/ lobbyist: Greater WI Agency on Aging Resources (GWAAR) Views are mine, retweet≠endorsement
Madison, WI
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What Nonprofits Can Learn From My Fellow Firefighters philanthropy.com/commons/Bil…
Thank you, Mr. Shore! We can and must learn. The communities and members we serve are counting on us.
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Wisconsin needs to define what #MemoryCare means, so consumers can make informed choices about where and how they will receive care.
What to know about dementia and memory care facilities in Wisconsin: cost, services and more jsonline.com/story/news/heal… via @journalsentinel
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Wisconsin is excited to be part of the #CaregiverNation Network, a network of leaders working to champion supports for family caregivers, backed by the @NA4Caregiving. Together, we’re building a better future for caregivers. Learn more: caregivernationnetwork.org
Let's keep the momentum going in 2024 @NA4Caregiving!
#FamilyCaregivers #CaregiverNation #ActOnRaise
2023 was a big year for us and the caregiving movement! We're excited to share our year-end snapshot and grateful to all our partners who made our progress possible! Watch below or learn more here: caregiving.org/our-2023-impa… #CaregiverNation #ActOnRAISE
Thank you #FamilyCaregivers we value you today, during November National Family Caregiver Month, and every day! #CaregiverNation #ActOnRAISE
Thank you @SenBobCasey, @RepDwightEvans, and @RepBrianFitz for introducing a Congressional Resolution today in recognition of National Family Caregivers Month in both the House and Senate!
Read more here: evans.house.gov/media/press-… #ActOnRAISE #CaregiverNation #CaregiversConnect
We need to give #familycaregivers a seat at the policy making table. Without them, the system collapses.
Advocates want a stronger role for family caregivers when patients leave the hospital. @aarpwi & @ZanderWAAN say too many family members are left in the dark. @WIHospitalAssn says it's just more red tape and not necessary. @erikgunn has details.
wisconsinexaminer.com/2023/1…
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Big news! @CMSGov issued its final rule to pay healthcare providers to train caregivers. We championed this change through the #ActOnRAISE campaign to bring the Nat'l Strategy to Support Family Caregivers to life! Read our statement 👇 & learn more here: hhs.gov/about/news/2023/11/0…
Senior nutrition programs in #Wisconsin are also grappling with funding shortages and creation of waiting lists for home-delivered meals for #OlderAdults. Show you care. #SaveLunch
📃 1 in 3: Number of #MealsOnWheels programs with a waitlist.
⏲️ 90 days: Average time on these waitlists for seniors.
🍽️ 10 million: Seniors who worry about having enough food.
Urge @LeaderMcConnell @SenSchumer @RepJeffries to #SaveLunch.
Act now: mealswhls.org/SaveLunch
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The U.S. Surgeon General report release in May indicated poor or insufficient connection with others increases the risk of heart disease by 29%, of stroke by 32% and of dementia by 50%. #StayConnected #StrongerTogether
"Health officials are increasingly viewing loneliness and isolation not just as inevitable feelings for some people but as public health problems to address and prevent." Read the full article & learn how WI orgs are combatting isolation & loneliness. spr.ly/6014PRsJ2
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End #Medicare restrictions on #Alzheimer’s txs- see LTE from Alzheimer's Assoc, Wis. bd chair shorturl.at/fuwH1
Ask @SenRonJohnson & @SenatorBaldwin & your U.S. Rep to urge CMS to reconsider nat'l coverage determination & ensure equitable access to FDA-approved treatments.
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#PaidFamilyLeave is a win for employers and employees!
One of @GovEvers' budget proposals would create a new #PaidFamilyLeave program in Wisconsin. Small business owners say why they think it's a good idea. @StateRepHong. @mainstreetweets
wisconsinexaminer.com/2023/0…
Voters with disabilities have the right to receive ballot return assistance. Yet, some voters with disabilities are being denied this right. bit.ly/3YId9Qi
Questions contact Disability Rights Wis. Voter Hotline at 844-347-8683 or info@disabilityvote.org
#VotingRights
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Have you given early voting a thought? Early voting (also called in-person absentee voting) gives you more flexibility to cast your ballot at a time that works best for you! Check it out at: Myvote.wi.gov & click on Vote Absentee In Person
What would make it easier to live with #dementia or to be a #caregiver where you live? Please share your thoughts through a short online survey today! tinyurl.com/sdplan
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The 2022 National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers calls on state and local governments, public health departments, philanthropies, and nonprofit organizations to improve the lives of #FamilyCaregivers. What will your organization do? Comment now: acl.gov/CaregiverStrategy/Co…
This is a critically needed action to protect the #VotingRights of people with disabilities! #Voting #AbsenteeVoting #OlderAdults #PWD
A federal judge in Wisconsin signaled today he would soon issue a ruling to ensure disabled voters could get help returning absentee ballots this fall.
Happy 87th anniversary #SocialSecurity!
It’s our anniversary! We take pride in providing vital benefits and services to this great nation. As we mark our 87th anniversary, we look forward to serving America for generations to come! ow.ly/w57S50JUTWB
Excellent read.
Worn Again: Dementia and Dressing nextavenue.org/worn-again-de… #Dementia
"...there’s one category that has a history of rising faster than inflation: prescription drugs." We need to get this done and the final bill needs to include negotiation of insulin costs and monthly caps on out-of-pocket costs for insulin. #LowerRxDrugCosts
“We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to get this across the finish line”
- Allow Medicare to negotiate drug prices
- Cap seniors’ out-of-pocket Rx costs
- Penalize drug co’s that raise prices faster than inflation
Let’s get this done!
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