Advocacy
SACRI’s 2025 Priorities Take Center Stage
At the March 2025 legislative forum titled United Voices for Meaningful Advocacy, the Senior Agenda Coalition of Rhode Island (SACRI) brought together hundreds of older adults, advocates, and lawmakers to unveil its legislative priorities. Held at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, the event spotlighted the economic, caregiving, and civic contributions of older adults—and the pressing…
Read MoreFlipping the Script on Aging: A Call to Action for Older Americans Month
As Older Americans Month approaches this May, it’s the perfect time to rethink the way we talk—and think—about aging. In a thoughtful piece, Maria Cimini, Director of Healthy Aging Rhode Island, encourages all of us to “Flip the Script on Aging.” Her article highlights the power of language and societal attitudes in shaping how aging…
Read MoreHonoring a Lifelong Advocate: Herb Weiss’s Archive at RIC Captures 45 Years of Aging-Focused Journalism
Herb Weiss, one of Rhode Island’s most respected voices on aging and healthcare, has reached a remarkable milestone: his 45 years of advocacy and writing have been officially archived at the James P. Adams Library at Rhode Island College. The Herbert P. Weiss Papers, 1980 to 2025 collection features more than 1,100 articles and three…
Read MoreSenior Fellows Program Making Impact Across Rhode Island
Leadership Rhode Island and Age-Friendly RI’s Senior Fellows program is changing how older adults influence local policy and community development. The program connects older adults with organizations already working on aging-related initiatives across the state to drive concrete changes. Current fellows are tackling critical challenges across Rhode Island. At the Department of Health, they’re developing…
Read MoreImmediate Jeopardy in Nursing Homes: Challenges Are Growing, But Solutions Exist
Recent data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services indicates a notable increase in “Immediate Jeopardy” citations in Rhode Island nursing homes. These citations, which identify situations where noncompliance poses a significant risk of harm, have risen from 11 in 2022 to 29 as of October 2024. This trend points to underlying challenges in…
Read MoreEvery November, We Celebrate National Family Caregivers Month
While family caregivers should be honored and supported every day, November is a time to nationally recognize the incredible contributions of the over 53 million Americans who provide unpaid care to loved ones. This month, let’s come together to: Raise awareness about the joys and challenges of caregiving Educate our communities on the vital role…
Read MoreJoin the Final Hunger Elimination Task Force Meeting of 2024!
The Hunger Elimination Task Force (HETF) invites you to their final meeting of 2024 on Tuesday, October 22, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM via Zoom. This meeting is an important opportunity for community members, advocates, and stakeholders to come together and learn about the latest updates and future plans to eliminate hunger in our…
Read MorePawtucket Declares Commitment to Becoming Age-Friendly
In an exciting move towards fostering a more inclusive community, the City of Pawtucket has taken a significant step in prioritizing the well-being of its older residents. Mayor Donald Grebien and Director of Senior Services, Mary Lou Moran, officially signed a resolution committing Pawtucket to becoming an Age-Friendly city. The initiative, supported by representatives from…
Read MoreRegister for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Your Community
Alzheimer’s disease affects millions of people across the globe, and Rhode Island is joining the fight by hosting the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s in three locations this September. The Alzheimer’s Association of Rhode Island invites you to participate in these meaningful walks, which are scheduled for September 21 in Westerly, September 22 in Newport,…
Read MoreSACRI Welcomes New Leadership as Annual Aging Conference Approaches
The Senior Agenda Coalition of Rhode Island (SACRI) has appointed Carol Anne Costa as its new Executive Director, bringing a fresh perspective to an organization that advocates for the state’s older adults. Costa steps into this role with a diverse background, having worked across state government and non-profits, including roles in the Raimondo administration and…
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