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  Register now for our upcoming Generations Forum: From Ageism to Inclusion Ageism harms communities, our economy, society and ourselves. To overcome it, aging must be an integral part of all diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Spend a week with ASA as we cover ways to recognize and push back against ageism and integrate more representative, realistic aspects of aging into our work
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  Learn tech tools that can help make caregiving tasks easier.
We are excited to launch a new, virtual course on digital essentials designed specifically for older adult caregivers and recipients of care beginning on Monday, August 9. About the course: This free, six-week course was designed to empower attendees with the skills needed to navigate and understand the digital world. How can it help? Training sessions include staying connected with friends and family members, best practices for navigating the internet safely, ordering groceries directly to your home, understanding online health resources, and more. Caregivers age 60+ and recipients of care are encouraged to register for the course at seniorplanet.org/caregiving. The deadline to register is Thursday, August 5! Centenarian doctor still practicing in US
Florida pediatrician Andy Margileth recently turned 101 and is one of a dozen physicians over 100 still licensed to practice in the US. The World War II Navy veteran had a military pediatrics award named for him and was involved in efforts to develop vaccines and prevent childhood disease. Full Story: CBS News (7/19) Economics-based financial planning can help boomers An economics-based approach to financial planning can help baby boomers who may not be as prepared financially as they should be for retirement, according to economics professor Laurence Kotlikoff. The approach has four goals and can help a household maintain and even increase its standard of living throughout retirement, Kotlikoff writes. Full Story: InvestmentNews (tiered subscription model) (7/15) How to get organized for retirement In times of economic, political, and even climate uncertainty, planning for retirement may seem overwhelming. To gain control, focus on a comprehensive and holistic philosophy about money, a systematic process for implementing financial strategies, and planning customized to your situation. Full Story: Kiplinger (7/17) Feds recovered $3.1B via health care fraud, abuse program HHS and the Department of Justice's joint Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Program recovered nearly $3.1 billion in fiscal 2020, including about $2.1 billion for the Medicare Trust Funds, according to a report. Full Story: MedCity News (7/19) People with Parkinson's, dementia benefit from dance Beth Elgort, a retired social worker, started dance classes and the nonprofit Mind, Music, Movement Foundation to help people with movement issues or neurological disorders, such as Parkinson's or Alzheimer's diseases, maintain their physical and mental abilities and socialize. Elgort has worked with a neurologist and ballet dancers for a class that helps people with such disorders maintain quality of life. Full Story: WPTV-TV (West Palm Beach, Fla.) (7/17) Music improves quality of life for older adults Alzheimer's disease and dementia expert Dan Cohen started the Music & Memory program in 2010 to help older-adult care organizations and communities use music to improve quality of life among patients and residents. Music helps them remember, relax, and maintain a sense of self even when they're experiencing mental confusion, Cohen says. Full Story: McKnight's Senior Living online (7/19) Teledentistry has benefits for Mont. veterans Dental care for veterans at the Montana Department of Veterans Affairs has become more convenient lately thanks to its implementation of teledentistry and specifically, the use of an intraoral camera that helps dental hygienists spot oral health issues. The hygienists then send information to the dentist or relevant specialist and begin the process of treatment without the patient having to undergo multiple visits. Full Story: KHQ-TV (Spokane, Wash.) (7/14) Calif. budget removes asset test for dual eligibles The newly approved California budget eliminates the financial asset test for people who have both Medi-Cal, the state's Medicaid program, and Medicare. Financial eligibility for this population will be based only on income. Full Story: Kaiser Health News (7/20) Download: The Diverse Family Caregivers Toolkit What should you know about diverse family caregivers? Download the Diverse Elder Coalition's "Resources for Providers: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Family Caregivers" Toolkit today. Learn more. Aging 2022: Call for Proposals On Aging 2022's Call for Proposals is open through August 15. Submit your proposal now to present and join us in New Orleans next spring for our annual conference. Learn more. July 31: Last Day to Save $25 on Membership Throughout the pandemic Nonprofit Montgomery was here for you, bringing County decision makers to meet with nonprofits, highlighting the work of the sector, adding programs and content to meet the crisis, and successfully advocating for increases in County contracts. Renew today and receive $25 off your membership dues. Use the code EARLYBIRD and click apply discount. Our 2021-2022 membership starts July 1, 2021. Contact us if you need an invoice or if you have any questions. Everything you wanted to know about returning to work with Nonprofit HR Part 1: Returning to Work Webinar Thursday, July 29, 2pm-3:30pm Click here to register. Many leaders and staff have been envisioning a return to physical workplaces after prolonged absences necessitated by the pandemic. We’ve adapted, flexed, and pivoted to working virtually. Through this webinar we hope to:
Part 2: Open Q&A Thursday, August 5, 2-4pm Click here to register. Bring your questions about returning to the psychical workspace. Facilitator: Lisa Wright Ponce, MSHR, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, sHRBP Lisa Wright Ponce leverages over 20 years of nonprofit and for-profit sector experience in her role as Senior Consultant. Lisa has proven capacity for strategically assessing diverse organizations and designing multi-faceted workplace solutions. Nonprofit Montgomery Welcomes New Staff & Board Changes Franca Brilliant has joined us as our new Development & Advocacy Director. Over the past two decades Franca Brilliant has worked with numerous organizations, as a board member, consultant, and employee, to help them become more effective at achieving their goals while staying true to their mission and values. She can be reached at franca@nonprofitmoco.org. Please welcome Lavontte Chatmon as our new Program and Membership Director. Lavontte is a visionary nonprofit professional with 13 years of experience in program development, operation, and management. She is dedicated to the promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access and has developed BIPOC affinity groups and DEI committees in her previous roles. You can reach Lavontte at lavontte@nonprofitmoco.org. The Nonprofit Montgomery Board welcomes new officers of the Board as of July 1.
Lescault & Walderman: Reading Financial Statements You have an important story to tell so make sure you understand what your financial statements say about your organization to grant-makers and donors. Join us on September 14 from 1-2pm. Click here to register. Lescault and Walderman is a business consulting firm that provides DMV Accounting, Bookkeeping and CFO Services to small to medium businesses in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia regions. MSDE Child Care Stabilization Grant The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) announced that licensed child care centers and registered family child care providers in Maryland can apply for Child Care Stabilization Grants. The more than $309 million American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021 child care stabilization initiative provides grants to licensed providers that sustain the child care sector and build a stronger child care system. Child care providers licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education no later than March 11, 2021 (as required by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021) are eligible to receive an American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021 Child Care Stabilization Grant if they are:
Grant Awards Amounts: $15,000 base award and $300 per licensed slot Grant Application Submission Deadline: August 6, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. EST Click here for FAQs, worksheets, the application link, and more. Addressing Homelessness: A Community Conversation Interfaith Works will be hosting a community conversation on addressing homelessness on July 29 at 7pm. The event will feature experts who will explore the complexities of addressing and resolving homelessness. Click this link for more information. Grants & Funding Opportunities MSDE Childcare Stabilization Grant: see above The Community Foundation: Summer Grant Round
Deadline Extended: MoCo Economic Development Grant for Nonprofits The MoCo Economic Development Grant Program for Nonprofits will provide competitively selected grants ranging from $10,000 to $20,000. The grant is for Montgomery County nonprofits with initiatives that align with one (or more) of the four identified priorities: (1) Minority Entrepreneurship, (2) STEM Education, (3) Research and Innovation Development, and (4) Small-Scale Manufacturing. The application deadline has been extended. The new due date is July 23, 5pm and award notifications begin August 16. Click here for more info and to apply. What We're Reading
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Download the Diverse Elder Coalition's Resources for Providers: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Family Caregivers Toolkit This toolkit offers up-to-date information on what providers need to know, and key pieces from our comprehensive training curriculum, "Caring For Those Who Care: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Family Caregivers." Download the Toolkit ASA Studios: Podcasts & Webcasts
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Sponsored by Right at Home Tuesday, June 22 | 10:00 am Pacific Elder Abuse in People Living with Dementia: Considerations for Prevention, Detection and Intervention Part of the National Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center webinar series, supported by the Administration on Community Living Wednesday, June 23 | 11:00 am Pacific Caring for Those Who Care: Meeting the Needs of LGBT Caregivers Sponsored by the Diverse Elders Coalition Thursday, June 24 | 11:00 am Pacific Advance Care Planning: What Matters Most to Your Client? Part of the Aging and Disability Business Institute Series—a Collaboration of n4a and ASA Tuesday, June 29 | 10:00 am Pacific Nonprofit Montgomery Budget Advocacy The FY22 Operating Budget approved Thursday has good news for nonprofits and the people we serve. In addition to new funding for Consolidated Service Hubs, safety net health clinics, and housing, the budget includes increases in nonprofit contracts. Nonprofit Montgomery strongly advocated for a 3% increase in base budget contracts in all departments. Base budget contracts may extend over multiple years without cost of living increases, which can be harmful to nonprofits as costs increase each year. We are so pleased that the FY22 Operating Budget includes:
Read our full advocacy alert here. Share your covid-impact story We are highlighting nonprofit stories of covid impact on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, and asking everyone to share their own stories under the "More Essential than Ever" banner. We are featuring as many Nonprofit Montgomery member stories on our website. Add your story here! Acknowledging Juneteenth - June 19th Juneteenth, observed on June 19th, is the celebration of when many enslaved Blacks received word that they had been freed. Our friends at Nonprofit Prince George's County acknowledges this day as a Day of Remembrance/Service and created this pdf with background, call to action, and more. Employee Retention Credit 20-21: Do you qualify? Last December the Taxpayer Certainty and Disaster Tax Relief Act was signed into law. This provided further stimulus and support for businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here for more information. Food Council Upcoming Virtual Training Data Privacy and Confidentiality Requirements for Food Assistance Providers June 24, 2021, 10:00am In this virtual training session, you will learn about rules governing privacy and confidentiality and how to comply with these requirements when you collect, store, and process data about the clients you serve. Co-hosted via Zoom call by the Montgomery County Food Council and the Montgomery Department of Health and Human Services. Click here to register.   Grants & Funding Opportunities Community Care Corps
Request for Proposals (RFP) for innovative local models in which volunteers assist family caregivers or directly assist older adults or adults with disabilities with non-medical care to maintain their independence Request for Applications (RFA) in its COVID-19 Response The Maryland Department of Health (MDH, or the State, or the Department), Minority Health and Health Disparities (MHHD) is issuing this Request for Applications (RFA) in its COVID-19 response to fund community based organizations to implement strategies aimed to identify, outreach, and vaccinate disadvantaged, vulnerable, underserved, and hard-to-reach populations. Click here for more information. State Relief Funds for Nonprofits The MD Department of Housing and Community Development announced a new $20 million in state relief funds for nonprofits. The funds are allocated by the General Assembly as part of the Maryland COVID-19 Recovery Act. $3,475,000 is allocated to Montgomery County. The grants will be administered by the Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) by September. Click here for more information. Job Opportunities Non-profit Montgomery: Program & Membership Director Gaithersburg Beloved Community Initiative: Executive Director PEP (Parent Encouragement Program): Director of Development and Marketing Manager Manna Food Center: Program Coordinator Interfaith Works: multiple openings Brand and Content Manager Director of Development Director of Finance Foundation & Corporate Relations Manager Manager of Community & Individual Giving Carpe Diem Arts: Executive Director Greater Washington Community Foundation: AmeriCorps VISTA So What Else: Assistant Director, Youth Development Programs (part time) Round House Theatre: Development Officer, Individual & Corporate Giving Identity, Inc.: multiple openings Bilingual Mental Health Therapist Spanish and English GED Instructor Case Manager Youth Development Specialist  It's More Than Physical Health: Successful Aging Across CulturesTraditional North American models of successful aging often focus primarily on physical and cognitive health maintenance in later years. A recent study investigated how meanings attached to the concept of successful aging may differ across countries and cultures. Read More Trending Now: Piloting Telehealth Drones for House Calls in Rural AreasA team of University of Cincinnati inventors has created a new telehealth drone to improve access to medical services, regardless of location. Read More Born in the USA: How Burdens Differ for Caregivers of US-Born versus Foreign-Born RecipientsCaregiving can be a stressful responsibility and the needs of a care recipient can vary widely. One study investigated the well-being and burden of caregivers of US-born older adults compared to older adults born outside the US. Read More Music to Our Ears: Older Adults' Sleep Quality Improves with Music TherapyA new study included a systematic review of all existing literature on studies assessing remedies for sleep disturbance, specifically on the effect of music therapy. Read More A Higher Purpose: Examining Links Between Sense of Purpose & Healthy Behavior in Older AdultsA study investigated older adults’ sense of purpose and engagement in healthy behaviors over eight years. Read More
FIRM for Small/Emerging Nonprofits Have you wanted to register for FIRM, but weren't sure if your organization was big enough or ready for it? Well, this FIRM is specifically designed for our small but mighty nonprofits who are either just starting, intentionally small (budget under $750,000), or exploring future growth. The training introduces nonprofit leaders and board members to financial best practices for greater accountability and sustainability. FIRM's unique curriculum provides a strategic framework and practical tools to help leaders better understand and implement best practices in financial management. Questions or not sure if this is right for you? Please contact us and we'll help you figure it out! Dates: May 24, 26, 28, and June 1 (1-2pm) Cost: Only $25 per team (up to four) *Nonprofits are strongly encouraged to attend with one or more board members. Click here to register your team. FIRM focuses on strengthening the partnership between staff and board in managing nonprofit organizations for financial sustainability. What DHHS said about nonprofits and FIRM: The point of FIRM is to make sure that nonprofits have financial literacy. Nonprofits must be proficient in understanding their financial situation, tracking finances and reporting financial data to the board in a way that enables good decision making. You can accomplish your mission only if you are a financially sustainable organization. Solo Support Group Come join us for an informal, no judgement sharing session for solo-preneurs. Solo Support Group Are you the leadership group of one at your organization? Want to chat and learn from others? This is always a challenging role, but especially right now during this unprecedented time. When: The first Friday of every month at 9:30am. Friday, June 4. Where: on Zoom, click here to register. Budgeting Vs. Forecasting with Lescault & Walderman
Find out how these two tools serve very different but very valuable purposes in the management of your organization and in measuring your progress and success. Lescault and Walderman is a business consulting firm that provides DMV Accounting, Bookkeeping and CFO Services to small to medium businesses in the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia regions. When: June 8, 1-2pm Who: Everyone is welcome! Where: On Zoom, Click here to register. |
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