2020 Rhode Island Healthy Aging Data Report Shows Older Population is Growing and More Diverse
Produced by researchers at UMass Boston and funded by Tufts Health Plan Foundation, report compares communities on healthy aging indicators and identifies data trends As state and local leaders, frontline workers and residents work to contain the spread of COVID-19 during a second surge of cases, the new 2020 Rhode Island Healthy Aging Data Report released today…
Read MoreNonprofits Receive $900,000 in Funding from Tufts Health Plan Foundation to Address COVID-19 Pandemic
Tufts Health Plan Foundation today announced 64 community organizations will share $900,000 to help in on-going COVID-19 response efforts. The nonprofit organizations focus on urgent needs in communities, especially those disproportionately affected by the virus. The grants are in addition to the $1 million in COVID-19-related funding awarded earlier this year. “Nonprofit organizations continue to face…
Read MoreOHA, URI, BCBSRI partner to help bridge digital divide for older Rhode Islanders
As part of its digiAGE initiative, the Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging (OHA) announced a partnership with the University of Rhode Island (URI) and Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) to connect more older adults to digital tools and help further fight the spread of COVID-19. The pilot program will equip…
Read MoreNew report showcases community innovations during COVID-19 to support healthy aging
Communities have demonstrated nimbleness in creating more inclusive and equitable systems to support older people during the coronavirus pandemic. How Innovative Community Responses to COVID-19 Support Healthy Aging is a new report highlighting these innovations. It is the result of a collaboration between the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs, the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative and Tufts Health Plan Foundation. The…
Read MorePress Release: EOHHS Awards $9M in Support and Change Grants to Nursing Facilities
10 nursing facilities received funding as part of Governor Raimondo’s Long-Term Services and Supports Initiative The Executive Office of Health and Human Services announced today that 10 nursing facilities have received grant awards through the Nursing Facility Program Support and Change program. This program was originally announced on July 2, 2020 by Governor Gina Raimondo…
Read MoreEducational Webinar Programs Available Online
The Alzheimer’s Association is here to help in any way that we can for you and your family during this difficult time. They have a robust schedule of virtual educational workshops, live support groups, and many activities to stay connected. Continue reading to learn about the upcoming programs and support groups that are being…
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: OHA, Medicaid Award $78,000 to Rhode Island Nursing Homes to Support Technology Investments
As part of its new digiAGE initiative, the Rhode Island Office of…
Read MorePress Release: Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island expands no-cost Medicare Advantage benefits through December 31, 2020
PROVIDENCE, RI (August 11, 2020) – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI), the leading choice for Medicare eligible adults in Rhode Island, has taken additional steps to help Medicare Advantage members access the care they need during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company has temporarily expanded a number of benefits across most Medicare…
Read More9 steps to strengthen age diversity and inclusion in the workplace
A new survey conducted by AARP illuminates how global employers are uniquely positioned to lead the changes needed to support multigenerational, inclusive workforce ecosystems. The survey consisted of employers in 36 OECD countries and the data was collected in two waves, one in the fall of 2019 and , May 2020. Results were released…
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Almost 25% of people 55 & older volunteer in their community. Their collective service provides a yearly economic benefit valued at $78 billion while helping communities fill critical gaps in education, health care, & more. Read the Milken Institute’s report on Age-Forward Cities for 2030 to learn more about the promise of an engaged older…
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