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- Learn what seniors should know about the Affordable Care Act. Find the information you need at HealthCare.gov.
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Do you know the risks associated with high blood pressure? Here’s information on what to watch out for. http://go.usa.gov/V67Administration on Aging shared a link via SeniorHomes.com.
Now there is an app for stroke victims!Administration on Aging shared a link via Disability.gov.
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- Looking for a resource on HIV/AIDS for older adults? AoA features a toolkit “Know the Risks. Get the Facts.” on AoA.gov.
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- Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced today that people with Medicare have more high quality choices and the performance of Medicare Advantage plans is improving. HHS also released the 2013 quality ratings for Medicare health and drug plans on the web-based Medicare Plan Fi…
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- Welcome to alzheimers.gov. The government's resource for Alzheimer's and related dementias.
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Nearly 10,000 National Health Service Corps clinicians are treating some 10.4 million people in underserved communities nationwide. We celebrate the important work of the Corps in increasing access to primary care where it’s needed most.- Falls are the leading cause of injury death among older adults 65 plus. Eldercare.gov offers a brochure on safety checks to prevent falls. http://go.usa.gov/Vct
- In 2008, 21 million people required long-term care services. About 70 percent of people over age 65 require some type of long-term care services during their lifetime. Since there is a good chance that you might need long-term care services at some point, it is important to explore your options and …
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- AoA offers a Toolkit for Serving Diverse Communities. This Toolkit provides the Aging Network and its partners with replicable and easy-to-use methods for providing respectful, inclusive, and sensitive services for any diverse community.
http://www.aoa.gov/AoARoot/AoA_Programs/Tools_Resources/ DOCS/ AoA_DiversityToolkit_Full.pdf - The following resources can assist organizations in planning and implementing National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) activities.
- Today nearly 30 million U.S. households provide family care. Learn about the experiences of caregivers on AoA’s YouTube channel and please share with friends and family. Visit http://www.youtube.com/user/
AoA25 - The Administration for Community Living will include the efforts and achievements of the Administration on Aging, the Office on Disability and the Administration on Developmental Disabilities in a single agency.
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Important information on getting tested for Hepatitis C.Administration on Aging shared a link.
Have you heard of the Lifespan Respite Care Program? AoA funds the Lifespan Respite Care Program that supports respite services for caregivers. Learn more at http://go.usa.gov/UaoAdministration on Aging shared a link.
In observance of International Day of Older Persons, celebrated October 1st, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and HelpAge International released a report "Ageing in the Twenty-First Century: A Celebration and A Challenge". http://unfpa.org/ageingreport/Administration on Aging shared a link via Generations United.
- This October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a time to recognize the importance of prevention and early detection in the fight against breast cancer.
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Has a family member returned home after a hospital visit? Get tips on a smooth transition to home from the hospital in this publication. http://go.usa.gov/UajAdministration on Aging shared a link via HealthCare.gov.
U.S. News & World Report used the HHS HealthCare Finder API to create a tool to help consumers find the best health insurance plans for their specific needs.- The Administration for Community Living will include the efforts and achievements of the Administration on Aging, the Office on Disability and the Administration on Developmental Disabilities in a single agency.
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October 1st was International Day of Older Persons. This year’s theme is Longevity: Shaping the Future. Read Administrator Kathy Greenlee’s thoughts on International Day of Older Persons on the ACL blog at http://www.hhs.gov/acl/2012/10/01/celebrating-international-day-of-older-persons/Administration on Aging shared a link.
Check out Go4Life simple exercises for older adults. Exercise is important to good health. Learn more at http://bit.ly/oKOYb7Administration on Aging shared a link.
People over age 50 account for 17% of new HIV diagnoses. Learn about resources for your community, visit http://go.usa.gov/ngp- Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. This year's theme is "A Strong Workforce is an Inclusive …
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National Hispanic Heritage Month takes place Sept. 15th – Oct. 15th. By 2019, the 65 plus Hispanic population is projected to become the largest racial/ethnic minority in the 65 plus age group. Learn more about older Hispanic Americans on AoA.gov.- ActivityOctoberPeople Who Like This54