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
Villages are exploring and embracing healthy aging and inclusion in steps towards integrating villages into the healthcare system and our state’s diverse communities. We share news from our villages as well as upcoming events that help ensure we can all age better! In this issue: Letters from Charlotte Dickson & Kate Hoepke Tales from the Read More
We are committed to the inclusion of our state’s diverse communities into our villages. This commitment led to a collaboration between Kate Hoepke, Executive Director of San Francisco Village, Felisia Thibodeaux, Executive Director of Southwest Community Corporation, and Carlene Davis, founder of Sistahs Aging with Grace and Elegance (SAGE). With funding from SCAN Health Plan, Read More
It is estimated that 6.7 million adults in California are caregivers, with the majority (58%) being women. Caregivers in California are experiencing financial stress and physical and/or mental health problems related to their caregiving role. As California’s older adult population continues to grow, the need for caregiving support is expected to dramatically increase. Village Movement Read More
This Spring, we are hitting the road, presenting at several conferences and planning our 6th annual statewide conference this September! We continue our Conversation on Care, looking at trends of caregiving in the state, and are always proud to lift up all the advancements our villages make that empower older Californians to age better! In Read More
On National Village Day (2/15), CA Senator Anthony Portantino recognized Village Movement California with a Senate resolution for the positive impact villages have on older adults. Pasadena Mayor Victor M. Gordo also recognized Pasadena Village and their 150 members. The proclamations celebrated the work of the nearly 50 villages throughout California who reach over 5,000 Read More
California’s older adult population continues to grow and is quickly approaching the point at which the first baby boomers will turn 85. We are experiencing these demographic changes in our villages. Founding village members are aging and new members are coming to us later in life at a time when they need more support and Read More
2024 brings innovative programs and resources to strengthen the impact, accelerate the growth, and ensure the sustainability of villages in California. The new year brings opportunities to expand our village communities in exciting new directions. In this issue: Tales from the Village Conversation on Care: Supporting Vulnerable Members Villages in the News Upcoming Events: National Read More
2023 has been an exciting year for improving the lives of older adults in California. Because of you, our strong and vibrant statewide movement is reaching more people who desire to age in their chosen homes and communities. In reflecting on the past year, I am proud of all that we have achieved. Village Movement Read More
The change of seasons brings us closer to the holidays and time for gatherings. This is also when our legislatures return home from the state capital for winter recess and marks the annual open enrollment for Medicare benefits. In this issue: Tales From the Village: Villages & Our Partners make the News Engaging Villages in Read More