Jan. 19th: Living Alone-Resources in the Community
Higher rates of older adults are living alone and often with few social supports to depend on in the community. Our panel included Claire Nisen…
Past Events
Nov. 17: Elder Abuse, Elder Justice, and Financial Fraud Update
Elder abuse, real property theft, financial fraud, and neglect are issues that affect older New Yorkers’ dignity, security, and lives. Our panel of experts will…
Oct.20: Equity for Direct Care Workers
Despite their critical roles in the lives of millions of older people, direct care workers in the U.S. often face inadequate compensation and training, limited…
Sept 15: Ageism Unmasked: Exploring Age Bias and How to End It.
An inspiring morning with author and gerontologist Dr. Tracey Gendron who discussed powerful opportunities for personal growth, strategies to help create an anti-ageist society, and…
May 19: Exploring the Healthcare Staffing Crisis: Solutions for the Great Resignation
Many professionals and healthcare workers are reevaluating their careers, especially in light of the demands of the COVID 19 pandemic. Now, during a time of…
Apr. 21: NYS Medicaid Home Care Changes 2022
Valerie Bogart, Director of the Evelyn Frank Legal Resources program, reviewed updates to the NYS Medicaid home care program including the new Independent Assessor procedure…