Inland Coalition on Aging’s Post

Everyone needs reliable transportation—but transportation remains a challenge for older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers. Through our Master Plan for Aging for the Inland Empire, we’re working to find solutions—including improved public transportation, medical transportation, and help for Alzheimer’s patients who can no longer drive. Specific recommendations include: > Research which senior centers do not currently have a bus and connect them with funding resources. > Encourage health care facilities to promote and advertise public transportation alternatives for older and disabled adults. > Advocate for free or subsidized rides for older adults and adults with disabilities on public transit. Want to learn more about our recommendations to help the aging and disabled in the Inland Empire community? Find our full report at InlandAging.org/mpa #IEMPA #ICA #olderadults #CaliforniaCaregivers #WeAreAllAging #Transportation #driving #eldercare #seniors #support

Administration for Community Living webinar Feb 14, 2-3 p.m. ET about the 2023 State Scorecard Report on long-term services and supports for older adults, people with physical disabilities, and family caregivers and how states are improving their No Wrong Door systems metrics. https://lnkd.in/eUg9ZqBE

🏠 "No Place Like Home" – A powerful CBS News report highlights the ongoing struggle for people with disabilities to stay out of institutions and live independently. This eye-opening piece sheds light on the critical need for better support systems and policies that prioritize home-based care. As we work to enhance homecare solutions at HHAeXchange, stories like these remind us of the impact and importance of our mission. Watch the full report here: https://ow.ly/gzxS50SpZNC

Are you caring for a loved one in Oklahoma? Whether you're supporting a child or adult with intellectual/developmental disabilities, or an aging family member, your input is crucial! Take the Caregiver Needs Assessment Survey and help shape the future of support services in our state. https://lnkd.in/e5UaV_fB Why is this survey important? • Share your unique caregiving journey: Whether you're navigating the challenges of aging, or supporting someone with intellectual/developmental disabilities, your experiences are valuable. • Highlight the needs of ALL caregivers: This survey aims to understand the diverse needs of caregivers across Oklahoma. • Advocate for improved services: Your feedback will help inform the development of programs and resources that better support caregivers of aging individuals AND those with intellectual/developmental disabilities. • Make a difference in your community: By sharing your experiences, you can contribute to creating a more supportive environment for caregivers and those they care for across the state. Every response makes a difference! Take the survey today and let your voice be heard. #OklahomaCaregivers #CaregiverSupport #Aging #IDD #MakeADifference #ShareYourStory

🌟 Supporting Our Elderly with Disabilities: A Commitment to Compassionate Care 🌟 At SuBon Home Care, we recognize the unique challenges faced by elderly individuals with disabilities. Our dedicated caregivers are committed to providing personalized care that meets the physical, emotional, and social needs of our clients. Caring for elderly individuals with disabilities requires: Patience and Understanding: Every individual has unique needs and abilities. Specialized Skills: Training in mobility assistance, medication management, and adaptive communication techniques. Empathy and Compassion: Building strong relationships based on trust and respect. Adaptability: Adjusting care plans as needs evolve over time. We are proud of our caregivers who go above and beyond to ensure the well-being and dignity of our elderly clients. Your dedication and compassion make a significant impact every day. 💙 Thank you, SuBon Caregivers, for your unwavering support and care! 💙 #ElderlyCare #DisabilityCare #SuBonHomeCare #CompassionateCaregiving #InclusiveCare #CaregiverDedication #HealthcareHeroes #SupportingSeniors #PersonalizedCare #MakingADifference

They care for us, and now it's time to care for them. With demand for care and support growing, the need for direct care workers outpacing the growth and stability of this workforce, and increasing pressure on family caregivers, the reality has never been clearer.   We are all together in care, bound by shared responsibility and collective need. Direct care workers and family caregivers are essential partners in providing care and support for millions of older adults and people with disabilities. They hold the key to bringing an effective system of person and family-centered care and support to reality.   Share this post to help us spread the word about the vital role of all caregivers. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/edYxMPeA #TogetherInCare #FamilyCaregivers #CaregiverNation #DirectCareWorkers

Six years ago, I became a family caregiver for my parents, who were struggling to age in place. It was a job I didn't apply for, one without a job description or training. All I knew was it included all things legal, financial, medical, and housing. The role rapidly infiltrated all areas of my life and had no boundaries. Gaps in the care infrastructure were often time-sensitive and required travel and PTO to resolve.  Emergencies and respite care became the norm, keeping me up at night and robbing me of my ability to focus and continue to be a top performer in the workplace. A situation that could not be resolved through a 12-week unpaid Family Medical Leave request.   While this role is a privilege, it brings into our lives an overwhelming financial, social, and emotional toll. It's a time when most of us daydream of taking on more in our careers, free from the demands of parenting, and fulfilling our bucket lists with the time freedom we achieve as we reach our mid-40s. Take the time to read the study highlighted in this original post. It contains invaluable information. As I reemerge from my full-time caregiver journey, I can't help but share the 10 Things I Wish I had known:   🗝 6 in 10 workers serve as family caregivers caring for a loved one with a mental, cognitive, chronic health, or mobility condition   🗝 The average family caregiver is 49 and provides 20+ hours of care 🗝 Women support ~80% of the care gaps 🗝 29% of these women, 45+, eventually depart the workforce to provide care 🗝 Don't underestimate the valuable caregiver advocacy skills have; you don't need to be a medical professional to become a caregiver  🗝 65% of older adults rely on families for care 🗝 Extended family supplements 30% of care costs 🗝 Dementia "memory care" is not covered by Medicare; private pay = $~150K annually the average stay is 3.5 years   🗝 Grief becomes a reality once parent-child roles reverse 🗝🗝If a member of the care team is no longer available have a backup or your plan will fall apart! The reality is it's only a matter of time before this issue touches your world! Rosalynn Carter said it best: "There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers." Remember: Knowledge is power. Stay informed. If you've already been impacted, do your part in advocating for family caregivers. They are the backbone of today's eldercare system! 

90 to 26 days. That’s how much we shortened a complicated 13-step waiver application process. Now older adults and people with disabilities can access the care they need in the right care setting, faster. Continue reading how we streamlined the path to home and community-based care in Pennsylvania: http://spr.ly/6041wDebf #StateHIT #MaximusSolutions

The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin (ADRC-CW) promotes choice and independence through personalized education, advocacy, and access to services that prevent, delay, and lessen the impacts of aging and disabilities in the lives of adults. What is an ADRC? A one stop shop place to find unbiased information related to aging or living with a disability. Who do we serve? 👤 Older adults (60 or older) 👤 Adults with disabilities (18 or older) 👤 Youth with disabilities transitioning to adulthood 👤 Families, friends, and caregivers Services Include: ✅ Options exploration to identify the best supports to meet an individual’s needs ✅ Support, education and advocacy regarding public and private benefits (Medicare, Medicaid etc.) ✅ Evidenced based prevention classes ✅ Nutrition programs including meals on wheels and senior dining ✅ Dementia and caregiver support. For more information about the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin, visit www.adrc-cw.org. #ADRC #WisCounties #NCGM #Counties #CountiesWork #MarathonCountyWI

#covid19 The COVID-19 pandemic left many persons with disabilities and older adults without reliable transportation to access essential goods, medical care, and social engagements. Issues of social isolation for older adults were exacerbated with the emergence of COVID-19 because transportation service was reduced. TCRP Research Report 243: Transportation for People with Disabilities and Older Adults During COVID-19: Lessons for Emergency Response, a pre-publication report from TRB's Transit Cooperative Research Program, aims to provide transportation organizations (including transit agencies, specialized transportation providers, and other local government agencies and stakeholders) with helpful information and strategies on providing service for persons with disabilities and older adults in emergency situations. It is available for free as a download. https://lnkd.in/eyCvZV_V