Aging & Disability for Professionals - Serving Massachusetts Older Adults and People with Disabilities
Utah’s No Wrong Door Approach to Enhancing Caregiver Access Utah is strengthening support for family caregivers by expanding access to services, resources, and assistance through a coordinated No Wrong Door approach. By aligning governance, statewide partnerships, and digital resources, the state is building a more connected system to assist more than 450,000 Utahans who provide […]
ADRC Outreach Online Reporting FY27 Summary In regards to the ADRC Outreach Online Reporting Form thru FY27 July 2026 please note the following:
OC Survey Site Report Links Here are the Site Report Links for each ADRC and the Comment Redacted Statewide Summary These are for FY27 beginning on July 1 2026, so currently they are all blank obviously Each will use the same Password of “SFY2027” Sites can check their information at any time for real-time updates
Save the date for the next Link Partners meeting, “Digital Legacy” hosted by Scott Yaffe, Senior care, Inc, Tech Trainer/Navigator- September 17th, 11:30 A.M. During this meeting, discover tools and resources that can assist you, your friends or loved ones how to incorporate Digital Legacy in their estate planning, including: Registration is required, please use […]
New SHINE Website Available on Mass.gov The SHINE Program landing page on Mass.gov has been refreshed and is now live! The updated site makes it easier for consumers to find information about SHINE, Medicare, and helpful resources — including a new town locator that connects users with the Regional Office serving their community. […]
USAging Conference “VDC Get-Together” Last month at the USAging Answers on Aging Conference, Roger Auerbach organized and facilitated a “VDC Get-Together” with 12 VDC providers from across the country. Participants discussed shared challenges, successes, and opportunities to strengthen the VDC program. Providers shared practical feedback about how greater consistency, communication, and education could better support […]
Dear Community Partners, The federal government has directed states to change who qualifies for a specific type of SNAP certification called the Elderly/Disabled Simplified Application Project (EDSAP). To comply, DTA updated eligibility criteria for its Elderly/Disabled Simplified Application Project (EDSAP), effective August 7, 2026. Approximately 8,200 households with a member age 60–64.5 who is not […]
A Key to Independent Living: MassHealth Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Program – A Primer MassHealth’s Personal Care Attendant (PCA) program is a vital resource that enables over 50,000 Massachusetts residents with disabilities and chronic conditions to live independently, manage daily tasks, such as bathing, dressing, or eating, and remain active participants in their communities. […]
Copy-of-ADRC-Outreach-Online-Reporting-. In regards to the ADRC Outreach Online Reporting Form thru FY27 July 2026 please note the following:
Join expert co-moderator Nickie Thornton, statewide Director of Outreach at 211info in Oregon, on August 25 for an interactive roundtable about building a successful, community-centered outreach program! Whether you want to deepen community partnerships, elevate your organization’s brand, or invest in your outreach team’s growth, you’ll walk away with practical strategies and new connections. […]
