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Family Caregivers in California Can Tap Into a Wealth of State Resources

Sunita Sohrabji -
National Family Caregivers Month is observed every November to recognize and honor the contributions of family caregivers.

Officials: Leaner Budget Won’t Shake California’s Support for ‘Aging With Dignity’

Nicole Chang -
By 2030, one-in-four Californians will be over the age of 60. Despite looming cuts, officials say the state remains committed to supporting older adults.
Stop the Hate

Brutal Attack on Elderly Asian Man Is Not a Hate Crime, Says LA County Sheriff’s Department

Sunita Sohrabji -
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department says an incident in which an elderly Asian man was punched and thrown to the ground is not a hate crime.
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The Many Stages of Elderhood: What Americans Don’t Get About Growing Old

ACoM -
In US culture, ageism prevails in entertainment, news media, the workplace, and most critically in health care. Experts this week will discuss age bias, addressing ageism, and the 7 stages of Alzheimer's.
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Families Face Caregiver Crunch, As Population Ages

ACoM -
As more people in the U.S. live longer, a higher prevalence of chronic diseases will fuel the demand for support services.
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The Loneliness of Immigrant Elders

Peter White -
The recent mass shootings in California put a tragic spotlight on the isolation and invisibility of many immigrant elders in the state.
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Vaccinating Ethnic Elders and Disabled – Hardest to Reach, Most at Risk

Mark Hedin -
Seniors and the disabled are particularly vulnerable during the pandemic and are getting vaccines at a lower rate than the general population.

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