California Department of Aging

GOAL FIVE: AFFORDING AGING "We will have economic security for as long as we live." Explore the Master Plan for Aging: https://mpa.aging.ca.gov/

GOAL FOUR: CAREGIVING THAT WORKS "We will be prepared for and supported through the rewards and challenges of caring for aging loved ones." Explore the Master Plan for Aging: https://mpa.aging.ca.gov/

#MLKDay serves as an opportunity for all of us, despite our differences, to take steps pursuing inclusion and equity, not isolation. Read how California over the next 10-years will keep increasing life satisfaction as we age: https://mpa.aging.ca.gov/Goals/3/

Adults 65+ Now Eligible to Receive COVID-19 Vaccine. Read updated guidelines here: http://ow.ly/QOE850D8EMI

If you or someone you know is a resident of an assistive living facility and need protection from abuse or neglect, call the Ombudsman CRISISline at 1-800-231-4024. Support from your local Ombudsman is only a phone call away. #ResidentsRightsMonth #RRM2020

CDA is now accepting #RFPs for the operation of a toll-free statewide crisis intervention hotline and non-emergency warmline for emotional support calls for older adults. Details here: https://caleprocure.ca.gov/event/4170/0000017759

Register today for "Culturally Informed Care: Honoring Tribal Elders" webinar on 11/4, 10-11am. Topics will include policies impacting the health & well-being of CA's Native peoples & best practices for providing culturally informed services and care. Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JiDH5NFYSMmE2WQkYzkvdA

Know Your Rights! @ConsumerVoices provides easy to read info on nursing home residents’ rights in 7 languages and in Braille (English). Languages include English, Spanish, French, Chinese, Korean, Tagalog, and Russian. https://theconsumervoice.org/ev/residents-rights-month-2018

#ICYMI: The archive of yesterday's #AllStakeholderMeeting is now available! . Video: https://bit.ly/31sfaEY Slides: https://bit.ly/3dKRjoR

Tune in November 4th, 10-11 a.m. for our 1st Ensuring Equity in Aging Webinar! This webinar focuses on Ensuring Equity with Tribal Elders featuring April McGill of the California Consortium for Urban Indian Health - ccuih and Kori Novak of Toiyabe Indian Health Project. Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JiDH5NFYSMmE2WQkYzkvdA

Getting a #FluShot is more important than ever this year as we also continue to battle COVID-19. Protect yourself and your loved ones. Learn more: cdph.ca.gov/fightflu #FightFlu #FightFluTogether

With the November General Election just a few short weeks away, we've compiled some helpful information and resources on voting for older Californians here: https://aging.ca.gov/Vote #Election2020 #PLEASEVOTE #VOTE #VOTAR

Do you or someone you know live in an assisted living facility? Here are 6 steps to get the best quality of care: https://bit.ly/3jnxA0A #ResidentsRightsMonth #RRM2020

Register for a webinar on #FamilyCaregiving and #Telehealth in the Era of #COVID19. Hear from experts on new telehealth resources, how COVID-19 has impacted the international caregiver support landscape, and more! . Register here: http://ow.ly/mTGQ50BWHcs

DOWNLOAD, PRINT & SHARE! Here is your go-to resource card for essential #OlderAdult services compiled by @AARPCA, @CAgovernor, and @CalAging. #YourActionsSaveLives #WearAMask #CaliforniaForAll . Spanish: http://ow.ly/En3050BggLy English: http://ow.ly/uMTW50BggLA