LTSS webinar – Win-Win: Renegotiating Montana Tribally Owned Nursing Facility Rates, June 22

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

During Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, review the results of a survey on how American Indian and Alaska Native elders prefer to receive updates about services for people with dementia.

The results indicate that elders want more opportunities to ask questions confidentially. Survey respondents also said they would like to receive printed materials with large, easy-to-read text about topics such as:

• Respite care
• Support groups for people with similar cultural backgrounds
• Community events for people living with dementia

International Association for Indigenous Aging conducted the survey with support from the CDC Foundation.

Improving quality of life for rural LGBTQ+ elders

In observance of Pride Month, which is celebrated each June, aging service providers are encouraged to download and share Facts about Rural Aging for LGBTQ+ Older Adults (PDF, 434 KB, 4 pp).

Published by the National Resource Center on LGBT Aging, the resource highlights health equity issues that many LGBTQ+ elders face in rural communities. It also includes recommendations to help rural service providers become more inclusive and culturally sensitive.

Best practices for social engagement

Recently, engAGED published What Works: Social Engagement Innovations and Best Practices (PDF, 2.2 MB, 18 pp).

The report showcases the successful efforts of 11 programs to decrease social isolation and loneliness among elders, people with disabilities, and caregivers.

Several of those programs were developed in response to the pandemic. Organizations looking to offer both virtual and in-person services are encouraged to download the report, which outlines each program’s partnerships, outcomes, and lessons learned.

Additional examples of successful social engagement initiatives can be found in the engAGED Social Engagement Innovations Hub.

Have questions for our presenter? Let us know before the webinar by emailing ltssinfo@kauffmaninc.com.

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DEI efforts to meet the needs of elders

Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) play a key role in meeting the needs of elders in underserved communities.

Recently, USAging published a collection of case studies (PDF, 955 KB, 18 pp) highlighting the efforts of 7 AAAs to make sure their services and programs are equitable, culturally responsive, and accessible.

Drawing on interviews with AAA administrators and other staff members, the case studies emphasize the importance of:

• Developing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) community plans, charters, needs assessments, or demographic dashboards
• Promoting employee engagement in DEI
• Simplifying job applications and the process of responding to requests for proposals
• Providing culturally sensitive meal options
• Building and expanding relationships with organizations that serve multicultural communities

No Wrong Door System Governance

Deadline: July 5
Learn more about the No Wrong Door System Governance funding opportunity

The Administration on Community Living is offering funds to help improve access to home- and community-based services and supports.

Cooperative agreements of up to $450,000 each will be awarded to 10 grantees for a 2-year performance period. Tribes and tribal governments are eligible to apply.

Advancing health equity

Deadline: July 15
Learn more about the advancing health equity funding opportunity

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health and the Office of Minority Health will fund projects addressing policies that create or perpetuate health disparities and contribute to structural racism.

Ten applicants can expect to receive cooperative agreements of up to $500,000 each. Tribes and tribal organizations are encouraged to apply.

Addressing Dementia in Indian Country

Deadline: July 18
Learn more about the Addressing Dementia in Indian Country funding opportunity

Indian Health Service funds are available to support the development of models that address the needs of people living with dementia and their caregivers. Cooperative agreements of up to $200,000 each will be awarded to 5 applicants.

Webinar on home care workforce issues

July 13, 1–2 p.m. Eastern
Register for the webinar on home care workforce issues

The challenges that home care workers commonly face have contributed to high turnover rates. Join the American Society on Aging for a webinar on what employers can do to address those challenges and better support the direct care workforce.

Webinar on emergency preparedness

July 19, 1–2 p.m. Eastern
Register for the webinar on emergency preparedness

Plan to attend a webinar on emergency preparedness for people with dementia and their caregivers. Hosted by the American Society on Aging, the webinar will offer advice for developing partnerships with first responders and preparing organizations for disasters before they happen.

Webinar on nutrition and brain health

July 20, 1–2 p.m. Eastern
Register for the webinar on nutrition and brain health

Data suggest that dietary modifications can help build cognitive resilience. Nurses and nutritionists are strongly encouraged to attend an upcoming webinar highlighting interventions and strategies to improve nutrition and promote brain health.

Webinar on non-Alzheimer’s dementias

July 20, 1–3 p.m. Eastern
Register for the webinar on non-Alzheimer’s dementias

Consider attending a live interactive webinar training about the following 3 types of non-Alzheimer’s illnesses:

• Dementia with Lewy bodies
• Vascular dementia
• Frontotemporal dementia

Hosted by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, the webinar will improve attendees’ understanding of how symptoms can change and what can be done to address the impact of dementia-related illnesses on family dynamics.