Reauthorizing & Modernizing the Older Americans Act 10:00 am
– August 30, 2024
Become a skilled advocate to help meet the region’s need for services for our aging population.
You’re invited to a two-part program. Join us on ZOOM – no registration fee.
Hear about Older Americans Act programs, new legislation to meet the need of the aging population & proposed Congressional budget cuts for aging services.
Learn skills to communicate the need for an investment in local services & organize locally for collective regional action.
August 20th,10-11:30AM – Special Guest speakers: U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand's Senior Advisor Ravi Reddi & Olivia Umoren, Director, Public Policy and Advocacy, US Aging/National Association of Area Agencies on Aging
August 30th, 10-11:30 - Advocacy communication skill development led by NY StateWide Senior Action Council with regional breakout sessions to identify messaging that will define local advocacy talking points
NY StateWide Senior Action Council Teach in 10:00 am
– September 17, 2024
Topic: Problem Gambling for Seniors: How to Detect and Prevent Problems or Get Help When it is Needed
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM—11:00 AM; Speaker: NY Council on Problem Gambling
To register for the ZOOM Webinar event: click HERE or visit our website at www.nysenior.org; To connect via phone: 646-558-8656, Webinar ID: 880 5208 6308#
DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT, LEARN, AND BE INSPIRED!
This event will include a series of panels moderated by community partners and presented by older adults, who will share their personal stories and experiences.
Learn how reinventing themselves as seniors and finding purpose & connection with others has enhanced their lives and contributed to healthy aging.
Let’s celebrate the vibrant senior community and discover new ways to thrive.
