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Cultural Competence Highlighted in February Aging Times

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The February issue of Aging Times discusses the importance of cultural competence when working with older adult immigrants and refugees.

Plan for Careers in Aging Week

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Careers in Aging Week (CIAW) will take place from April 1–7, 2012. Consider organizing a panel discussion, film screening, poster session, or career fair. A CIAW toolkit produced through the Geriatric Social Work Initiative can help you plan activities.

AGESW Pre-Dissertation Initiative

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Association for Gerontology Education in Social Work’s (AGESW) Pre-Dissertation Initiative will support dissertation and career development in gerontological social work research and education for doctoral students who have completed the 1st year of studies. The application deadline is May 1, 2012.

Living on Social Security and Medicare: The Reality

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Comforted by the notion of one day utilizing their Social Security and Medicare benefits, many Americans do not save enough for their retirement. The reality is that benefits like Social Security and Medicare are less protective than many may envision, according to this Huffington Post article.

Top 10 Scams Targeting Elders

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

It is critical to be aware of ways that elders may be at risk for fraud and abuse. Learn about scams targeting elders through this NCOA article and explore NCOA’s Economic Security page for further ways to safeguard the well-being of older adults in our communities.

Submit a CEU-eligible Proposal to the 2012 APM Gero-Ed Track

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

It’s time to submit your aging-related proposal to the CSWE 58th Annual Program Meeting, which will be held in Washington, DC from November 9–12, 2012.

Opportunities in Aging

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Learn more about opportunities in aging offered by the National Council on Aging and AGESW.

At 102, Therapist is Too Busy to Stop Working

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

At 102, Hedda Bolgar is “too busy to die”. Read about her unstoppable zest for life and commitment to helping others in this LA Times article.

Aging-Friendly Communities Highlighted in December Aging Times

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This New York Times interview explores how the Baby Boom generation’s reinvention of retirement and aging inspires innovative housing options. For more on this topic, be sure to read the December issue of Aging Times, which highlights aging-friendly communities.

Landmark National Report on LGBT Aging

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The first federally-funded national project to examine LGBT aging and health reveals significant health disparities impacting LGBT older adults as they age, in a landmark report. The executive summary and the full report can also be found at CaringAndAging.org.