Tag: senior citizens
San Diego Nonprofit, Consumer Advocates for RFCE Reform (CARR), to Cease Operations
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Consumer Advocates for RFCE (Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly) Reform (CARR), a San Diego-based nonprofit, announces it is closing its doors effective October 31, 2020. Founded in 2009, CARR has been California's only consumer advocacy organization focused exclusively on residential care facilities for the elderly (RCFEs), working to improve the aging experience through advocacy and education.
AARP Maryland Honors Volunteerism and Commitment to Maryland Community Service including 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- AARP Maryland is honoring three exceptional Marylanders aged 50-plus for their volunteerism and commitment to service. The awards were formally presented this afternoon before nearly 80 guests at a virtual ceremony.
Papa Inc. and Lotsa Helping Hands Partner as Senior and Patient In-Home Care Faces New Challenges During Pandemic
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Papa and Lotsa Helping Hands, two companies dedicated to providing seniors and patients living at home with support and caregiving assistance, are ensuring that these individuals continue to have the support they need amidst the pandemic's impact on the ability of working caregivers to stay at home.
Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda Launches Friendly Visiting and Telephone Reassurance Program
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano, and Alameda today announces the launch of the Friendly Visiting and Telephone Reassurance Program in Solano County funded by the Napa Solano Area Agency on Aging. This new initiative is designed to provide and maintain individual connection with homebound seniors and prevent isolation, a precursor to abuse.
Mobility Device Inventor Katherine Miles Interviewed on Podcast, Radio and TV
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- The inventor of the Ruby Slipper Car Seat Cover, Katherine Miles, was interviewed recently on the Happy Healthy Caregiver podcast, where she shared her experience as a caregiver and how that led to the creation of the Ruby Slipper.
2020 Andrus Award for Community Service Nominees sought by AARP Maryland
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- AARP Maryland is continuing to accept nominations for its 2020 Andrus Award for Community Service, which honor a Marylander over the age of 50, who is sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members. The deadline for submissions is July 15, 2020.
Free PPE to Long Term Care Facilities in Alameda County California Event Set for Friday, June 26, 2020
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda today announces the upcoming free drive-through PPE distribution to Alameda County facilities on Friday, June 26, 2020.
For All Ages, Unique Ruby Slipper Car Seat Cover Helps Patients Recover from Loss of Mobility
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Katherine Miles, creator of the Ruby Slipper Car Seat Cover, explained why this simple device is a surprisingly effective part of a continuum of care for persons who have suffered a loss of mobility.
AARP Maryland announces Press Conference announcing PROTECT Week 2020
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Media Advisory -- AARP Maryland announces Press Conference announcing PROTECT Week (Preventing Older Americans From Financial Exploitation) Statewide Public Education Campaign, Monday, June 15, 2020 at 10 a.m. ET.
12 Free Virtual Monthly Webinars Aimed at Supporting Elder Care Professionals Prevent Abuse and Neglect in the Age of COVID-19
eNewsChannels NEWS: -- Since the coronavirus pandemic began, it has changed the world, our community, and the elder care industry as we know it. Given the immense impact on seniors and older disabled adults, it is more important than ever to support our elder community care systems. Taking the lead in addressing these issues is Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda with the launch of their 12-month Elder Justice Lunch and Learn Series.
