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NCOA: Coronavirus: What Older Adults Need to Know

One-third of Washington's rural hospitals are at risk.

25 Common Nursing Home Problems— & How to Resolve Them

Retirement Readiness - Washington State Retirement Preparedness Study

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Complied by "AgeWise" of King County, compiled by staff at Aging and Disability Services.

WA AGING & LONG TERM SUPPORT ADMINISTRATION

DSHS FamHelp site has COVID-19 resources for family and friends of facility residents

OIC: MEDICARE AND CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

Medicare.gov issued guidance about what it will cover for beneficiaries who are exposed to or diagnosed with coronavirus (COVID-19). We updated our Medicare and Coronavirus webpage with the most recent information.

NCOA: Coronavirus: What Older Adults Need to Know

The situation around the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is changing rapidly, and NCOA is taking proactive steps to share the best information we have to protect the public’s health, especially among older adults. Now is the time to stay informed and follow basic tips to protect yourself and those around you.

The Importance of the 2020 Census

Older Americans have been more likely than other age groups to return their U.S. census forms and make sure they were counted. But as the country gears up for the 2020 census next March — the first that will be completed largely online — experts say there will be challenges in getting older people to participate.

Check out the new Elder Index™!

The Elder Index™ was developed by the Gerontology Institute at the University of Massachusetts Boston and measures the income that older adults need to meet their basic needs and age in place with dignity.

One-third of Washington's rural hospitals are at risk.

Cascade is one of 40 Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) that serve the 30 rural counties in Washington state. These hospitals generally provide all of the medical services for a community, from emergency rooms to acute care, although they don’t all have specialty services such as surgical capabilities.

Older Adult Falls

Falls are a growing health problem for older adults, and there are many myths about falling. The most important message we can share with our communities is that falls are preventable.WA Dept of Health's Injury and Violence Prevention program has new data tables highlighting the leading causes of death by different age groups statewide.

25 Common Nursing Home Problems— & How to Resolve Them

Beware: these 25 problems occur across the country. They happen in cities, suburbs, and rural communities. They also happen both in “good” and “bad” nursing homes. Even the better nursing homes tend to follow standard procedures that violate federal law and harm residents.

"Not Forgotten: Protecting Americans from Abuse and Neglect in Nursing Homes.”

Senate hearing examines 'devastating' nursing home abuse

SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM

The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides fresh fruit and vegetables to lower-income seniors and supports local farming by increasing the use of farmers markets, roadside stands, and community supported agriculture. Produce is also purchased directly from farmers for delivery to seniors.

Retirement Readiness - Washington State Retirement Preparedness Study

The Washington State Legislature directed the Department of Commerce to study the retirement preparedness of Washington residents, based on region, age, type of employment, and income.

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