The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is developing a Strategic Framework for a National Plan on Aging. Active Involvement: VMC’s leadership is collaborating with Village-to-Village Network as part of a taskforce with leaders from across the country to craft a unified response. Advocacy Efforts: Village advocates are working together to mirror California’s successful Master Plan Read More
Did you find something concerning on your Medicare statement? Or maybe you gave someone your Medicare information over the phone. If you think you might have experienced Medicare fraud, please report it! You won’t be in trouble, and it will help stop future fraud from happening. If you suspect Medicare fraud, errors, or abuse, address Read More
As we approach 2030, California’s demographic landscape is changing dramatically, emphasizing the crucial role of village communities in supporting our aging population. According to a recent presentation from the California Department of Aging, the state’s older adult population will continue to grow, making up an increasingly larger share of California’s residents. By 2030, 10.8 million Read More
We’ve reached a significant milestone in many ways. As we enter July, the midpoint of the year, I’m amazed at what our organization and our villages have already accomplished. It truly feels like the wind is at our backs. In this issue: Greetings from Patrick Shandrick, VMC Comms Manager Across the Golden State: CA Demographics Read More
VMC is seeking a Co-Executive Director for Advocacy and Development to partner with our Co-Executive Director for Programs and Member Engagement to promote the Village model of volunteerism and services, build on the strengths of California’s diverse communities, and expand the ways we can all age well. For all the details, please visit our job Read More
Village Encinitas was formed in the spring of 2023 when Encinitas Senior Citizen Commissioner Jesse Hanwit and senior health professionals Amy Stuck and Chris Crowley decided to launch a program that helps seniors where they live. The idea is based on the “Village Movement,” a nationwide effort to help seniors continue to live and age Read More
Village Network of Petaluma celebrated its 10-year anniversary, with a “jubilant group” for about 100 members packing the community hall at Petaluma United Methodist Church, where the nonprofit organization has its headquarters. The group, which officially launched in 2014, began with 20 charter members and 15 volunteers. Today, the local group has 175 members and Read More
Steve Lopez of the Los Angeles Times recently explored the “BOGO” (Benefits of Getting Older), highlighting the connection and community that our villages promote and provide. The article recognizes the growing village movement as a solution to isolation among older adults: “Isolation has been called a public health epidemic among older adults among older Read More
Villages are designed to help people age in their communities with greater social connection and better mental and physical health. Yet research on how villages promote healthy aging is in its early stages. How can we evaluate the impact of villages? What kind of data and partnerships do we need? How can research help recognize Read More
JAMA, Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) recently highlighted the complex issues surrounding elder care in the US. While acknowledging the challenges, the article also spotlights promising solutions, including the village model. Among the innovative approaches mentioned: “A growing network of senior villages uses teams of volunteers to assist their aging neighbors by providing Read More