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Private foundation dedicated to health and equity in #aging. #EldersMatter #SocialConnection #Caregiving https://t.co/lQ5ZMY60er
San Francisco, CA
Joined October 2012
Better with Age: A Guide to Funding in a Longevity Society from @GIAging presents opportunities for funders to increase their impact by considering how aging intersects with their investments. Learn more: https://t.co/rtz8adlaTi
#ReframeAging
giaging.org
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As we honor #MLKDay, it’s crucial to reflect on how justice and equity must include older adults – particularly because aging intersects with ethnicity, gender, and economic inequality. Now more than ever, equity demands action.
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The M Factor airs on PBS on October 17th. Metta Fund was proud to be an early supporter of this documentary that advocates for a revolution in women’s healthcare.
October is Menopause Awareness Month. “The M Factor” producers Joanne Lamarca Mathisen and Tamsen Fadal sit down with @vickynguyentv and @christineromans to speak about their new documentary that sparks conversations on menopause.
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Approximately 1 in 10 Americans ages 60 and older have experienced some form of elder abuse; but only 1 in 24 cases are reported to authorities. @asaging #AgeismAwarenessDay #TalkAboutAgeism
https://t.co/BHjK0z5ht1
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Elder abuse is a silent problem that robs older adults of their dignity, security, and—in some cases—costs them their lives. Get the facts and learn how NCOA supports reauthorization and funding of...
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Join @AndeLyonsShow and Special Guest, @raymondajetson, the Founder of Aging While Black, on October 9th at 12 Noon ET for an engaging and informative LIVE conversation for Ageism Awareness Day! #talkaboutageism #dontbecagedbyyourage #agingwhileBlack
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We're thrilled to announce the redesign of https://t.co/kZXsRDEFLQ! The new site better reflects our evolved organizational strategy which centers #equity in #aging. We invite you to explore the new site. Thank you for joining us on this journey.
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California tries but fails to fix a major Medicare loophole for seniors : Shots - Health News : NPR
npr.org
Seniors choosing Medicare Advantage plans for the first time often don't realize they might get locked out of traditional Medicare for good. But changing this problem must be done state by state.
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Changes to SSI, including the expansion of the rental subsidy policy and streamlined processes for overpayment waivers, are welcome news for the 7 million Americans who rely on SSI. However, more reforms are needed for the program to fulfill its mission. https://t.co/9TkEmoM1pi
nbcmiami.com
In 1974, the first Supplemental Security Income checks were sent. Fifty years later, the program’s benefits may be at a turning point.
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The new financial threat to your California retirement — and how to handle it https://t.co/R1tXfKmCyR via @sfchronicle
sfchronicle.com
As once stable costs like home insurance and electricity suddenly spike, some residents...
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Adults aged 50 and older are the fastest-growing age group experiencing homelessness in California. Our recent issue brief, which cites explores how targeted prevention programs and equity-based policies can help end the crisis. https://t.co/94IvEACXQw
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This #Juneteenth we shine the spotlight on @btwcsc - the oldest African American community center in the Bay Area & a hub for the Black community. “A lot of what we co-create is what #elders have asked for” says ED @ShakSimley Read the story here https://t.co/Ga2xbGF0tZ
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This Juneteenth, read Chelsea Wheeler's #GenerationsNow article on what Juneteenth means to her and to Black elders.
generations.asaging.org
Using the commemorative day as an inspiration for one’s life work.
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@MettaFund’s 2023 annual report is hot off the press! This year’s report places a special focus on the dedicated work of our grant partners, who help build #belonging and #care for #elders every day. https://t.co/Jpqh1lLEeZ
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SAVE THE DATE | Register today for the CA for ALL Ages & Abilities: 2024 Day of Action! Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Sacramento, CA Click here to register: https://t.co/0yVP15mUEO
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When #caregiving for a family member leads to homelessness : Shots - Health News https://t.co/5ei7rmzIvP
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We are honored to be one of the four state-wide organizations awarded the Equity Community Organizing (ECO) Group Grant, with generous support from @Thescanfndtn, @chcfnews, & @Mettafund. Stay tuned for more information about this incredible ECO Group Grant’s initiative!
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