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New resources, webinars, events and more from ASA

6/9/2021

 

Access Your Membership Benefits

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Online Courses Offered by the American Society on Aging and the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology

ASA members have an exclusive opportunity to take online gerontology courses taught by the experts at USC's Leonard Davis School of Gerontology. Earn a certificate of completion, gain CE credits and enhance your knowledge and skills by signing up for summer courses that begin July 12.

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​ASA Rise is Coming

Our vision for ASA Rise is that it will lead to improved well-being across a diverse aging population by creating a BIPOC leadership pool that improves policies and programs at the local, state and national levels. More information is coming soon.

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Upcoming Events

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Caring for Those Who Care: Meeting the Needs of LGBT Caregivers
Thursday, June 24 at 11am PT/2pm ET
This training, presented by the Diverse Elders Coalition, will help providers further their understanding of the experiences of LGBT caregivers and improve their multicultural capacities to meet caregivers' needs.  


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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."
 
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ASA Studios: Podcasts & Webcasts

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NEW EPISODE OF FUTURE PROOF TODAY
Shifting the Conversation about Dementia and Dying with Compassion & Choices 
One in three older people will die with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, and too few have an advance directive or documentation of desired and undesired treatments. On this new episode of Future Proof, ASA CEO Peter Kaldes talks with Compassion & Choices President and CEO Kim Callinan and National Director of Integrated Programs Matt Whitaker about their work to change this.
 
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Don't miss The Legacy Interviews
 
Beginning June 23 and airing weekly through Sept 8, this web series features interviews with diverse legendary pathfinders who have spent decades in the field of aging, health and social services. Each interview will be conducted by Ken Dychtwald, to capture the wisdom and character of gerontology’s pioneers to inform, inspire and guide current professionals in the fields of aging and related services for years to come. 

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What's New in Generations

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​Trump Set LGBT Rights Backward for Older Adults—but Biden Can Undo That
 
By Robert Espinoza
Generations Today
 
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What Happens When a Care Facility Doesn’t Care?
 
By Lori Smetanka
Generations Now

 
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Fossil Fuel Pollution Leads to Death, Cognitive Decline and Alzheimer’s Disease
 
By Andrew E. Budson
Generations Today
 
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Policy

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Caregiving, Homecare and Climate: Push Congress to Act Now

As Congress returns from its holiday recess, ASA encourages Congressional leadership to support the President's budget proposals, including critically important funding to help family caregivers, improve access and affordability for HCBS, and improve the nation's resilience to climate change, all while investing in major programs to reduce fossil fuel extraction and dependency.

Upcoming Web Seminars

Elder Abuse and Neglect
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 Updates

6/9/2021

 
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:
  • The County Executive's 1.5% increase in nonprofit contracts in DHHS in the FY22 Operating Budget (a first!).
  • The Council added a 1.5% increase to DHHS contracts, for a total increase of 3%. This is a big win, as 90% of nonprofit contracts are held by DHHS.
  • The Council also added a 3% increase for nonprofit base budget contracts in the Department of Housing and Community Affairs and the Department of Recreation (another first!)
Thank you to our members for joining with us in advocating for nonprofits. And thank you to our County Councilmembers and their hardworking staff for their recognition of the importance of the nonprofit sector. As we know, nonprofits are more essential than ever.

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. 
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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

InvestigAge: Piloting Telehealth Drones for House Calls in Rural Areas

6/8/2021

 
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It's More Than Physical Health: Successful Aging Across Cultures

Traditional 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 Areas

A 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 Recipients​

Caregiving 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 Therapy

A 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 Adults

A study investigated older adults’ sense of purpose and engagement in healthy behaviors over eight years. Read More

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