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Source: www.longtermscorecard.org/2017-scorecard
On June 14, the new Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) State Scorecard revealed that both Indiana and the nation need to pick up the pace of change related to their long-term services and supports systems and outcomes.
The LTSS Scorecard ranks states on 23 indicators over the five domains of:
Getting older doesn’t mean what it used to. For many aging Americans, it is a phase of life where interests, goals and dreams can get a new or second start. Today, aging is about eliminating outdated perceptions and living the way that suits you best.
Take Barbara Hillary, for example. A nurse for 55 years who dreamed of travel, at age 75 Hillary became the first African-American woman to set foot on the North Pole. In 2011, at age 79, she set another first when she stepped onto the South Pole. Former president George H.W. Bush celebrated his 90th birthday by skydiving. Actress Betty White, now 95 years old, became the oldest person to host Saturday Night Live in 2010, coincidentally during May—the same month recognized as Older Americans Month (OAM).
From Indiana, we can take pride in the 20 older adult volunteers who were recognized in 2016 with a Golden Hoosier Award for the significant differences they have made for their neighbors and communities.
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Across Indiana, our nation and the world we recognize June 15 as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. You can play a role by visiting the USC Center on Elder Mistreatment to find tools to help you raise awareness and take action. In Indiana, you can report concerns about elder abuse online, but for someone in immediate danger, always call 9-1-1.
Indiana AAA Thrive-Alliance, serving five counties in the greater Columbus area, is taking part in the Indiana Supportive Housing Institute. Partners include Centerstone of Indiana and the City of Columbus, and the result will be increased housing options for persons who are homeless with mental illness and/or addiction, a growing concern for older adults.
Indiana’s 16 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) deliver services to older adults and people with disabilities of any age and their caregivers. Select your county below to start.
