At the 2023 USAging Annual Conference and Tradeshow in Salt Lake City, USAging staff held a roundtable discussion on rural health and social engagement. This blog includes feedback and highlights from the 54 session participants from all regions of the U.S. in a broad range of sectors including but not limited to aging and disability services, transportation, technology, health care and government.
Read MoreOlder Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP and engAGED have created a series of fact sheets to provide older adults with tips and best practices to safely and securely engage online. This blog post highlights key takeaways and links to the three fact sheets.
Read MoreNearly 22 million older adults lack broadband at home according to a 2021 report. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the July engAGED webinar on resources, strategies and activities to connect consumers to affordable technology.
Read MoreRemaining socially engaged can be a challenge for people living with dementia and their care partners. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the June engAGED webinar on tips, strategies and resources for developing social engagement programming for people living with dementia.
Read MoreengAGED and Commit to Connect once again partnered to co-host a two-day Social Engagement Virtual Summit, which took place May 9-10, 2023. This blog highlights the two-day event including timestamps for the recordings for each section.
Read MoreLGBTQ+ older adults face unique challenges as they age. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the April engAGED webinar on considerations and resources to keep in mind when working to reduce social isolation among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning or more (LGBTQ+) older adults.
Read MoreThe Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) population in the United States is incredibly diverse, with the Census including data on more than 20 different groups. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the March engAGED webinar about creative activities to reduce social isolation among AAPI older adults.
Read MoreTitle VI Native American Aging Programs play a critical role in reducing social isolation of tribal elders through provision of culturally appropriate nutrition, supportive and caregiver services to older American Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiians. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the February engAGED webinar about creative activities to reduce social isolation among tribal elders.
Read MoreOlder adults living in senior housing may have less social support, which can lead to higher levels of loneliness and social isolation. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the December engAGED webinar about creative initiatives and partnerships to address social isolation within senior housing.
Read MoreCelebrated in the United States for more than 50 years, Black History Month provides the Aging Network with many opportunities to celebrate the achievements and contributions of Black Americans. This blog post highlights resources, opportunities and examples that your organization can use to promote social connection during Black History Month.
Read MoreThroughout 2022 engAGED continued to expand our work supporting the Aging Network and other partner organizations as they develop programs that help consumers stay socially engaged and connected in their communities. As your organization sets its 2023 goals, here are a few highlights of our latest resources that can help support your social engagement efforts!
Read MoreWith the COVID-19 pandemic highlighting the logistical benefits of hybrid programs, it’s clear that the model is here to stay. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the recently published engAGED and Older Adults and Technology Services (OATS) manual, Implementing Hybrid Programs: Considerations and Best Practices for Aging Network Organizations.
Read MoreIt has been found that social isolation and loneliness can have a profound impact on mental health. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the November engAGED webinar about programs and interventions Aging Network and partner organizations can replicate to promote social engagement and positive mental health outcomes among consumers.
Read MoreIn addition to helping riders get where they need to go, volunteer transportation programs help both older adult volunteers and riders remain socially engaged and connected. This blog post summarizes key takeaways from the September engAGED and NADTC Office Hours on transportation and social engagement.
Read MoreLiving with dementia and caring for someone living with dementia can be lonely and isolating experiences with the disease itself and changes experienced by the person and family unit. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the September engAGED webinar about creative approaches for connection and social engagement opportunities for people living with dementia.
Read MoreThe aging and disability networks have worked for years to tackle the social isolation of older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers through social engagement programming. This is why engAGED and Commit to Connect joined forces to co-host a two-day Virtual Summit on August 2-3, 2022.
Read MoreThis August engAGED blog post, written by Commit to Connect, spotlights its work and how you can become part of the initiative to combat social isolation and loneliness today. Commit to Connect is newly administered by USAging and also is funded through the Administration for Community Living.
Read MoreIntergenerational programs are intentionally designed to build connections between people of different ages, which helps promote greater understanding and respect. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the June engAGED webinar to help Aging Network and partner organizations develop intergenerational programs within their communities.
Read MoreIn the face of the digital divide, technology solutions have long been viewed as a source of relief. This blog post written by Older Adult Technology Services (OATS) highlights key takeaways from the recently published manual, Implementing and Expanding Virtual Programming For Older Adults: Tips and Practical Strategies For Aging Network Organizations.
Read MoreWhen developing programs and services for Hispanic and Latino older adults, it is important to keep in mind key characteristics of these populations. This blog post highlights key takeaways from the May engAGED webinar about creative approaches for social engagement and connection among Hispanic and Latino older adults and caregivers.
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