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On October 7, The American Society on Aging (ASA) is recognizing Ageism Awareness Day to bring attention to the existence and impact of ageism in our society and promote a positive reframing of aging within our communities. ASA's Ageism & Culture Advisory Council, at the forefront of initiatives against ageism, collaborates with members to reshape conversations about aging. 

ASA has prepared various resources in preparation for Ageism Awareness Day, including:

Join Justice in Aging for an upcoming webinar discussing how law and policy can promote equity for older adults by addressing ageism and related forms of discrimination. In this webinar, the upcoming Justice in Aging publication, titled "Fulfilling the Promise of Equity for Older Adults – Opportunities in Law & Policy" will be examined. The paper asserts the importance of integrating measures into law and policy to address structural ageism and various forms of discrimination that intersect with age, ultimately compounding harmful inequities.

Join the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for a webinar discussing the CDC’s fall vaccination guidance and the Bridge Access Program. Participants will learn about the most recent vaccine guidance issued from the CDC and the Bridge Access Program, which temporarily provides no-cost COVID-19 vaccines to adults without health insurance and adults whose insurance does not cover all COVID-19 vaccine costs.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Vaccination Team is hosting an upcoming webinar review important changes to the surveillance definition of Up to Date with COVID-19 vaccines for long-term care facilities reporting vaccination data and RIFC Pathway data through the NHSN Vaccination and COVID-19 Modules. The new definition of up to date with COVID-19 vaccines will apply for NHSN surveillance beginning the week of September 25, 2023 – October 1, 2023 (the first week of reporting Quarter 4 2023).

Join National Consumer Voice (NCV) in observing Residents' Rights Month in October, an annual event dedicated to honoring residents in long-term care facilities and those receiving care in their home or community. This observation provides an important opportunity to spotlight and celebrate the dignity and rights of every individual receiving long-term services and support. The theme for this year's Residents' Rights Month, "Amplify Our Voices," underscores the importance of long-term care residents coming together to make their voices heard.

This upcoming webinar, hosted by the ACL-funded AT3 Center, will explore the role of assistive technology (AT) in advancing accessible transportation for individuals with disabilities and those who are aging. Key areas of discussion will include the roles and activities of Assistive Technology Act Programs, AT for individual use and vehicle modifications, and AT/accessible transportation partnerships. Attendees will also be provided with materials and websites for accessible transportation options.

ATI Advisory is hosting an upcoming webinar exploring the new federal program — Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model — that will reimburse providers managing dementia care for patients and their caregivers. This webinar will include a discussion from a panel of experts as they analyze policy changes and offer an analysis of how this program could impact the care spectrum. 

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Join the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for a pair of webinars sharing Medicare Program updates and resources to help those who assist people with Medicare make informed decisions about their 2024 health and drug coverage.

Join the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for a pair of webinars sharing Medicare Program updates and resources to help those who assist people with Medicare make informed decisions about their 2024 health and drug coverage.

The first webinar will discuss Medicare Plan Finder basics, updates and user tips; information about The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, including: 2023 insulin cost and vaccine coverage reminders, 2024 impacts to the Medicare drug coverage “Catastrophic phase,” and Extra Help expansion; and Q&A.

The Center to Advance Palliative Care (CAPC) and the Coalition to Transform Advanced Care (C-TAC) are hosting the 2023 Leadership Summit in Washington, DC, on October 23-24. This summit offers an opportunity for national changemakers to come together and enhance the quality of life for individuals with serious illnesses and their caregivers.