@MettaFund

Private foundation dedicated to health and equity in #aging. #EldersMatter #SocialConnection #Caregiving https://xitter.cf/t.co/lQ5ZMY60er

 San Francisco, CA
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Joined October 2012
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Better with Age: A Guide to Funding in a Longevity Society from @GIAging presents opportunities for funders to increase their impact by considering how aging intersects with their investments. Learn more: giaging.org/better-with-age #ReframeAging

Better with Age: A Guide to Funding in a Longevity Society

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Approximately 1 in 10 Americans ages 60 and older have experienced some form of elder abuse; but only 1 in 24 cases are reported to authorities. @asaging #AgeismAwarenessDay #TalkAboutAgeism ncoa.org/article/get-the-fac…

Get the Facts on Elder Abuse

Elder abuse robs older adults of their dignity, security, and—in some cases—costs them their lives. Get the facts and learn how NCOA supports reauthorization and funding of the Elder Justice Act and...

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Replying to @HHSGov
@HHSGov Secretary Xavier Becerra recognizes California's leadership in aging initiatives at the Day of Action. #CAforALL
Quote: California is at the forefront of pushing about aging and making sure we have a plan of action, a roadmap for all California. Congratulations to all of you for making that happen.

ALT Quote: California is at the forefront of pushing about aging and making sure we have a plan of action, a roadmap for all California. Congratulations to all of you for making that happen.

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Join @AndeLyonsShow and Special Guest, @raymondajetson, the Founder of Aging While Black, on October 9th at 12 Noon ET for an engaging and informative LIVE conversation for Ageism Awareness Day! #talkaboutageism #dontbecagedbyyourage #agingwhileBlack
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Changes to SSI, including the expansion of the rental subsidy policy and streamlined processes for overpayment waivers, are welcome news for the 7 million Americans who rely on SSI. However, more reforms are needed for the program to fulfill its mission. nbcmiami.com/news/business/m…

As one Social Security program marks a 50-year anniversary, here's how benefits may change

In 1974, the first Supplemental Security Income checks were sent. Fifty years later, the program’s benefits may be at a turning point.

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Adults aged 50 and older are the fastest-growing age group experiencing homelessness in California. Our recent issue brief, which cites explores how targeted prevention programs and equity-based policies can help end the crisis. justiceinaging.org/californi…
A line graph depicts the increase in the number of older Californians receiving homelessness services from 2017 to 2022. The 50-64 age group increases by 79%—from about 40,000 in 2017 to 70,000 in 2022. The 65+ age group increases by 166%—. from about 10,000 in 2017 to about 26,000 in 2022.

ALT A line graph depicts the increase in the number of older Californians receiving homelessness services from 2017 to 2022. The 50-64 age group increases by 79%—from about 40,000 in 2017 to 70,000 in 2022. The 65+ age group increases by 166%—. from about 10,000 in 2017 to about 26,000 in 2022.

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This Juneteenth, read Chelsea Wheeler's #GenerationsNow article on what Juneteenth means to her and to Black elders. generations.asaging.org/what…

What Juneteenth Means to Me and to Black Elders - ASA Generations

Using the commemorative day as an inspiration for one’s life work.

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SAVE THE DATE | Register today for the CA for ALL Ages & Abilities: 2024 Day of Action! Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Sacramento, CA Click here to register: caforall.org/
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We are honored to be one of the four state-wide organizations awarded the Equity Community Organizing (ECO) Group Grant, with generous support from @Thescanfndtn, @chcfnews, & @Mettafund. Stay tuned for more information about this incredible ECO Group Grant’s initiative!
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Ai-jen Poo
@aijenpoo21 May 2024
THIS. The @VP values care and sees care workers. #TheCareEconomy #CareCantWait
Lorella Praeli@lorellapraeli21 May 2024
#CareCantWait
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"Direct care workers make it possible for millions of Americans to remain at home and in the community rather than institutions... But as the population ages, the projected rise in demand for workers over the next decade will require additional action." ow.ly/yCBF50RflIy
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🌊 U.S. sees demographic shift: low birth rates & rising retirees. In CA over-60s to outnumber under-16s soon. By 2030, 1 in 4 Californians will be over 60. @CalAging Director Susan DeMarois discusses on @kcranews. kcra.com/article/california-…

Fewer births and more older adults — how California is responding to the demographic shift

A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows U. S. birth rates are at a record low.

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Melinda French Gates
@melindagates18 Apr 2024
“For anyone who asks if we can afford paid leave and care, it’s the wrong question—the question is, what returns will it pay?” A must-read from @dhuckelbridge and @aijenpoo in @glamourmag on the importance of #PaidLeave and a better care infrastructure. m-gat.es/3Q0kyrV
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#Care is fundamental! Our new guide shows how interest in #caregiving is growing among people in policy, advocacy, tech, entertainment, venture capital & private industry. Thanks to @rcwjrf for supporting the guide & all the funders who participated! bit.ly/3TlfgZ7
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"In America today almost the only free childcare and eldercare comes from overworked blood relations. A redefinition of kindred community must be paired with robust investment in the very organs of community." —@ScottWStern newrepublic.com/article/1781…
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ASA RISE—A Perfect Segue into My Second Chapter. Read about Kim Nguyen’s impressive journey into the field of aging with the support of @ASAging @johnahartford @RRFAging @ArchstoneFdn @MettaFund @jarmin_yeh generations.asaging.org/asa-… 👇👇👇
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The first-ever statewide survey documenting the needs, hopes, and priorities of older LGBTQIA+ Californians will close this Sunday, March 31st. aging.ca.gov/Survey_of_LGBTQ…
A screenshot of a webpage titled, “Survey of LGBTQIA+ Older Adults in California From Challenges to Resilience” on the California Department of Aging website. The webpage includes a brief description of the survey's purpose, a 'Take the Survey' button, and links for data privacy, FAQs, and contact information, as well as logos for survey partners, UCSF, Openhouse, and Citris Banatao Institute.

ALT A screenshot of a webpage titled, “Survey of LGBTQIA+ Older Adults in California From Challenges to Resilience” on the California Department of Aging website. The webpage includes a brief description of the survey's purpose, a 'Take the Survey' button, and links for data privacy, FAQs, and contact information, as well as logos for survey partners, UCSF, Openhouse, and Citris Banatao Institute.

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The lack of affordable housing in California—where median rent is $2,750 per month—forces low-income older adults to make hard choices about whether to pay their rent or buy food or medicine. justiceinaging.org/californi…
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LGBTQIA+ older adults in California are encouraged to complete this online survey which will develop baseline information on the health, economic, and well-being of older LGBTQ+ residents to inform California public policy decisions. ucsf.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/f…
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If you’re experiencing loneliness, you’re not the only one. It’s a widespread challenge. Investing in social connection can help us be healthier, happier, and more fulfilled. pbs.org/newshour/show/how-a-…

How a growing crisis of loneliness is affecting Americans’ health

According to the American Psychiatric Association’s latest monthly poll, 1 in 3 Americans said they felt lonely at least once a week over the past year, with younger people more likely to report...

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