by James Fuccione | Jul 16, 2020 | News and Updates
In addition to an evolving COVID-19 resource page, MHAC is continuing to collect and share updates on COVID-19 from state government, federal agencies like the Centers for Disease Control, and other key stakeholders. These updates are to help and inform a wide range...
by Stephen Suplita | May 20, 2020 | News and Updates
In partnership with US Health and Human Services and the National Council on Aging, the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released a resource inventory intended to provide information for those interested in enhancing their outreach and support for older Veterans...
by Stephen Suplita | Apr 28, 2020 | Conferences, News and Updates
Communities and partners in the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative network may be interested in the following virtual opportunities: Supporting Family Caregivers in the Workplace – Mass Business Roundtable During this unprecedented time of COVID-19, the...
by James Fuccione | Oct 17, 2018 | Conferences, Data and Reports
Studies of older people have shown that good mental health and greater social engagement are markers of resilience in aging and may be protective against cognitive decline. Some studies suggest that treating psychiatric symptoms may also be protective. Dr. Nancy...
by James Fuccione | May 19, 2017 | Conferences
With support from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, UMass Boston’s Gerontology Institute is hosting a summit focused on building better collaboration between behavioral health providers and aging services. Featured speakers include Elder Affairs Secretary...