Community-Based Vaccinations: The Aging and Disability Networks in Action

Event Description: 

In recognition of Immunization Awareness Month, join The Administration for Community Living (ACL)  for "Community-Based Vaccinations: The Aging and Disability Networks in Action." This webinar will highlight the work of two ACL-funded national initiatives to increase access to flu and COVID-19 vaccinations for older adults and people with disabilities. Attendees will learn about successful community-based partnerships that can provide a model for immunization outreach. Attendees will also hear from CDC on the latest information for the Bridge Access Program and vaccine commercialization this fall.

Speakers:

  • Sara Maloney, Program Director, Aging and Disability Vaccination Collaborative (ADVC) led by USAging

  • Megan Walton, CEO, Southern Maine Area Agency on Aging

  • Carly Williams, Project Director, Statewide ADVC Grant in Maine 

  • Marty Dombrowski, Assistant Director, Center for Independent Living of Southcentral PA 

  • Aaron G. Perry, President/CEO, Rebalanced-Life Wellness Association

  • Rubén Ramìrez, Project Coordinator, Visión y Compromiso

  • Jillian Barnett, Associate Director, Center for Healthy Aging, National Council on Aging

  • Evelyn Twentyman, Senior Advisor for Vaccine Strategy, Immunization Services Division, CDC 

CART and ASL interpretation will be provided

This webinar will take place on Thursday, August 24 at 3:00 p.m. ET.

 
Dates: 
Thursday, August 24, 2023 - 3:00pm EDT
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Sponsor: 
Administration for Community Living (ACL)
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