by James Fuccione | Apr 15, 2019 | Data and Reports
A new National Center on Law and Elder Rights “PRACTICE TIP” offers advice to advocates and counselors working with Limited English Proficient (LEP) older adults to better assert their language access rights. Over five million older adults across the...
by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Apr 11, 2019
Over five million older adults across the country are Limited English Proficient (LEP). LEP older adults do not speak English as their primary language or they have a limited ability to speak, read, write, or understand English. The number of LEP older adults is...
by James Fuccione | Mar 27, 2019 | News and Updates, Programs
The following background and issue brief from the Center for Consumer Engagement in Health Innovation promotes cultural competency training for aging service providers on the unique needs of LGBTQ older adults. Though the world has gotten more tolerant toward people...
by James Fuccione | Feb 20, 2019 | Conferences, News and Updates
The Trailblazer in Aging Awards presented by the National Council on Aging (NCOA)recognize the unique contributions and leadership of individuals and organizations working to empower every person to age well. The Awards honor those committed to ensuring that each of...
by James Fuccione | Aug 1, 2018 | News and Updates, Systems and Best Practices
At MHAC, health equity is central to our promotion and support of Age-Friendly communities that work for all. Among our core strategies is a focus on embedding access, equity and inclusion throughout our efforts. This set of resources from the Robert Wood Johnson...
