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    Press Releases

    • 2024
      November 25, 2024

      First-Ever Survey of California’s LGBTQIA+ Older Adults Reveals High Quality of Life and Opportunities for Inclusion

      Results are in from California’s first statewide survey about the current and future health and well-being of LGBTQIA+ older adults.

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      November 12, 2024

      California Department of Aging Highlights Essential, Free Resources to Support Caregivers for Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities During National Family Caregivers Month

      California provides free, essential tools and resources through the network of Caregiver Resource Centers and Area Agencies on Aging to support and empower caregivers to thrive.

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      September 26, 2024

      California Department of Aging encourages emergency planning during National Preparedness Month

      CDA released a new Emergency Preparedness Guide to help older adults, adults with disabilities, caregivers, and loved ones plan and prepare to meet their specific needs during an emergency or natural disaster.

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      July 30, 2024

      CalGrows Takes on Caregiver Shortage with Free Training and Incentive Payments

      More than 13,000 caregivers have enhanced or expanded their skills and confidence with CalGrows courses; Millions of dollars in incentives are available through August 31.

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      May 1, 2024

      This Older Californians Month, Start the Conversation with Your Family to Connect with California's Aging Resources

      Governor Newsom proclaimed May as Older Californians Month and this year's theme of connection highlights the importance that social engagement and meaningful relationships have on our health and well-being. The enhanced Aging in California Resource Guide, available in print and online, provides Californians a starting point to connect with information and support.

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      March 28, 2024

      Older Californians Nutrition Month Highlights the Importance of Healthy Eating and Connection for Older Adults

      "Ensuring access to nutritious food and fostering social engagement are cornerstones of promoting the health and wellness of older adults in our communities," says CDA Director Susan DeMarois.

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      January 25, 2024

      California Launches First-Ever Statewide Survey of LGBTQIA+ Older Adults to Identify Needs and Priorities

      "This is an opportunity for LGBTQIA+ older adults to share their perspectives, experiences, needs, and priorities to help inform state policies and programs for older adults," said CDA Director Susan DeMarois.

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    • 2023
      December 7, 2023

      Updated Resource Guide for Older Adults Helps Families Navigate Conversations About Aging This Holiday Season

      As the holiday season approaches and families gather, the California Department of Aging (CDA) encourages families to have important conversations about aging. CDA has released an updated aging resource guide to help Californians ask the right questions and help inform decisions about older loved ones’ well-being.

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      October 27, 2023

      California Awards Adult Day Centers More Than $20 Million

      Today, the California Department of Aging announced that $20.1 million in grants have been awarded to 354 adult day centers across California that provide older adults and people with disabilities with group activities, meals, health and wellness support, and more, as they live at home in the community.

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      August 15, 2023

      California Department of Aging Launches First Statewide Survey to Hear from Older Adults

      All Californians aged 55 and older can now participate in the survey to share their current and future service needs, and help shape the future of aging in California.

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      May 8, 2023

      Media Advisory: C4A – the California Association of Area Agencies on Aging – Annual Meeting and Allied Conference

      The Annual C4A Conference takes place May 9-11 in Glendale, California, with policy, academic, and program leaders and experts on aging gathering to discuss "Mapping the Future of Aging and Disability Services in California."

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      February 1, 2023

      California Department of Aging Awards $89 Million to Support Home and Community Caregivers

      "Grants were awarded to 78 organizations with innovative ideas to offer training and incentives for the direct care Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) workforce and unpaid family and friend caregivers. The grantees include non-profit organizations, universities and training providers, and for-profit organizations that will train the direct care workforce in all 58 California counties."

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      January 20, 2023

      California’s Master Plan for Aging Releases Annual Report and New Initiatives for 2023-2024

      "The MPA Annual Report reviews investments and progress made in 2022 toward the 132 initiatives that were the focus of the first two years of MPA implementation, and outlines the 95 new initiatives that will drive activities for the next two years. Also launched was the MPA Initiatives Tracker, an interactive website that provides on-demand public access to initiative progress updates."

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    • 2022
      November 21, 2022

      Holiday Season Underscores Family Caregiver Needs

      "After long absences, holiday gatherings can bring families great joy—but also difficult surprises. This holiday season, Mom or Dad may seem different—more frail, forgetful, or confused than during your last get-together. A family member’s disability or memory loss may mean that your role in the family will change, as their need for care increases."

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      September 13, 2022

      Statewide Aging, Disability and Equity Planning Conference

      "The conference will highlight California’s Master Plan for Aging (MPA), the state’s 10-year blueprint to reimagine aging and to equitably tackle issues like housing, transportation, health, long-term care and social supports for a growing and diverse demographic."

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      August 4, 2022

      State Health and Human Services Leaders Recommend Californians Catch-up with Routine Screenings, Vaccinations, and Check-ups

      "Staying current and boosted with vaccinations and routine screenings are especially important for older adults," said Susan DeMarois, CA Department of Aging Director. "As we are all re-engaging with our friends, families, and communities, prevention is key."

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      June 24, 2022

      Aging in California Guide Inserted in Newspapers Statewide

      "Aging in California includes a directory of resources, as well as a QR code that can be scanned with a smartphone for links to available services in different regions of the state."

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    • 2021
      June 3, 2021

      The State of California Announces National Designation as an Age-Friendly State

      "California becomes the eighth state in the nation to join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, a commitment to make the state more livable for people of all ages and abilities."

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