SAMHSA Offers Supports to Veterans, Service Members, and Caregivers

by James Fuccione | Sep 1, 2021 | News and Updates

For age-friendly communities working to support local older veterans or work with community-based veterans’ agents, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is highlighting a need for attention to service members, Veterans,...

AARP Releases Results of 50+ Voter Survey of Family Caregiving and LTSS

by James Fuccione | Aug 25, 2021 | Data and Reports

Results from a 50+ voter survey conducted by AARP reiterates a preference from caregivers and older adults to receive care at home, but also reveals an array of interesting stats like who defines themselves as family caregivers and what caregivers spend their money on...

The Home Alone Alliance from AARP Aims to Provide Info for Caregivers and Better Healthcare Connections

by James Fuccione | Aug 18, 2021 | News and Updates

Convened by the AARP Public Policy Institute, the Home Alone AllianceSM  is a partnership of public, private, and nonprofit sector organizations coming together to create guidance for healthcare professionals who engage with family caregivers and tools for family...

CDC, Archangels Studies Report Prevalence of Mental Health Challenges for Caregivers During Pandemic

by James Fuccione | Jul 7, 2021 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

According to a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention study, caregivers, particularly persons with both parenting and adult caregiving responsibilities, will continue to face mental health challenges, and the need for caregivers is projected to increase as the...

‘Caring for Those Who Care’ Webinar Series Continues with Training on Supporting Hispanic Caregivers and Older Adults

by James Fuccione | Jun 30, 2021 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative’s Equity in Aging Committee, including AARP Massachusetts and the Public Health Institute of Western MA, is continuing its series of webinars with the Diverse Elders Coalition titled, “Caring for Those who Care.” After a...