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In this episode, Emma Case, Planning and Advocacy Specialist with The Senior Alliance interviews Rodlescia Sneed, Assistant Professor of Gerontology at Wayne State University. They talk about her work with aging adults, especially those who have been incarcerated and then released. Some of the issues are the lack of understanding that seniors who have been released from the justice system have a much harder time getting services, housing, and even jobs, once they get back into society. Professor Sneed discusses how Area Agencies on Aging can do a better job in getting resources to help seniors involved in the justice system and how listeners can help to advocate for those seniors. Important information!

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In this episode, Jason Maciejewski, CEO of The Senior Alliance, talks with Dave LaLumia, Executive Director of the Area Agencies on Aging Association of Michigan, aka 4AM. They discuss the fiscal year 2024 budget that was just passed in Lansing, and what the funding looks like for Senior Programs that are overseen and implemented by all Michigan Area Agencies on Aging. Some of the program funding they talk about include Meals on Wheels, the MI Choice Wavier Program, The Silver Key Coalition, Caregiver Resource Centers, and more. Jason and Dave also highlight the importance of advocacy during the next budget process for 2025, which begins next February, and how you and people you know can become involved in getting better funding for programs seniors depend on having.

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In this episode, Emma Case, Planning and Advocacy Specialist at The Senior Alliance talks to Matt Phelan, Public Policy and Advocacy Manager at the Alzheimers Association of Michigan. They talk about the work that the Alzheimers Association of Michigan does, the differences between Alzheimer’s and Dementia, and the status of their efforts in getting Alzheimer’s and Dementia treatments approved through Medicare and Medicaid. They also discuss new treatments for Alzheimer’s and Dementia and how listeners can get involved in advocacy for those living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

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In this episode, Emma Case, Planning and Advocacy Specialist at the Senior Alliance, talks to Ayana King, Founder and CEO of Maximum Communications, a diversity, equity, and inclusion consultancy group. She is also a member of the Senior Alliance Board of Directors. Emma and Ayana talk about ageism and how it affects seniors, both mentally and physically. Ayana also discusses how to respond to issues of ageism, and how to advocate when you see or experience ageism, or any form of exclusion, happening in any aspect of life. Excellent information!

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In this episode, Jason Maciejewski, CEO of The Senior Alliance, talks with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. They talk about the role of the Attorney General in Michigan and how her office connects with Seniors on important issues. They also discuss the Elder Abuse Task Force that Attorney General Nessel created, how Michigan law enforcement agencies are able to use the guidelines that the Task Force has provided, and how banks and credit unions are using the Elder Abuse Task Force guidelines on preventing financial exploitation. They also discuss how to identify and report suspicions of elder abuse in the community and what steps Seniors can take to prevent becoming a victim of fraud or financial exploitation. Extremely important information!

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In this episode, Jason Maciejewski, CEO of The Senior Alliance, talks to Amy Gotwals, Chief, Public Policy and External Affairs of U.S. Aging. Jason and Amy discuss the entirety of the Older Americans Act, why the Federal Government decided to create it, and how each section of the Act, or Titles, regulates how the Federal, State, and local governments and agencies operate and get funded. You can also learn about the upcoming reauthorization of the Act, and how to get involved in advocating for seniors in your own community. Excellent information!

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In this episode, Jason Maciejewski, CEO of The Senior Alliance, talks to Amy Gotwals, Chief, Public Policy and External Affairs of USAging. Jason and Amy discuss the upcoming Legislative sessions in Washington, DC, and how issues for seniors and older Americans are going to play out in the next two years. They also talk about the re-authorization of the Older Americans Act and what the funding goals are for Congress to approve services for seniors. You can also find out how you can become an advocate and take a role in helping to shape supports and help for seniors in your local community, as well as in Michigan and nationwide. Excellent information!

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In this episode, Jason Maciejewski, CEO of The Senior Alliance, talks to Dave LaLumia, Executive Director of Area Agencies on Aging Association of Michigan (4AM), and Katie Wendel, Director of Planning and Advocacy at AAA 1-B and facilitator of the Silver Key Coalition. They discuss what might lie ahead in the upcoming Michigan Legislative session regarding older adults and aging policy. Learn about what committees are important in regard to older and disabled adults bills and or legislation, what committees are important for older adults and disabled adults, and funding for services. You can also find out about the Silver Key Coalition and the work they do for seniors as well as how those who advocate for seniors can get involved. Important information for the coming year!

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In this episode, Jason Maciejewski, CEO of The Senior Alliance talks to Tracey Rowans, staff attorney at Neighborhood Legal Services. They discuss some of the services Neighborhood Legal Services offers including the Elder Law and Advocacy Center, preparing and organizing documents, such as estate planning, power of attorney, last will and testaments, and making sure that everything is covered so that seniors can live with dignity and the care that they want. And what services are available to help family members when their seniors are resistant to getting things in order.

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In this episode, Jason Maciejewski, CEO of The Senior Alliance, talks to Dr. Peter Lichtenberg, Director of the Institute of Gerontology and the Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute at Wayne State University.  Dr. Lichtenberg discusses his work in the field of aging and the various experiences he has had, his creation of Successful Aging thru Financial Empowerment (aka the SAFE Program) for seniors to protect them from financial abuses, the future challenges we as a society face in caring for people over age 60, and what we can do to help seniors live their best lives.

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