#AIRS2019 Conference (Atlanta, Georgia)

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  • Aging and Disability Track: Social Security for Seniors and People with Disabilities
    The Social Security Administration touches the lives of millions of older Americans and people with disabilities. Our programs serve as a vital financial protection during times of hardship, transition, and uncertainty. As baby boomers age and an unprecedented number of Americans enter their most disability-prone years, it is critical that SSA collaborates with I&R organizations. Join us for an interactive session about our key programs and services. We will show you how you can help others access some of our most requested services: Benefit Verification Letter, Medicare Replacement Cards, New Wage Reporting option for SSI claimants, and other services. In addition, presenters will answer all your Social Security questions! Alicia Lipscomb, Social Security Administration, Atlanta, Georgia
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  • Aging and Disability Track: Alzheimer’s Care: Person-Centered Strategies for Communication and Challenging Behaviors
    Do you know how to talk to your clients about communicating with a person living with dementia? Do you know what resources are available for caregivers and PLWDs? Join us to learn person-centered care strategies for effective communication and challenging dementia-related behaviors. Access the rich resources for caregivers and PLWDS provided by the Eldercare Locator, Alzheimer’s Association, and other community agencies, including an in-depth description of I&R assessment and care consultation services. Mariam Schrage, Alzheimer’s Association, Chicago, Illinois; Amber Meadows-Dillard, Atlanta Regional Commission, Atlanta, Georgia; Jasmine Ng, National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a), District of Columbia
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  • Aging and Disability Track: Protection and Advocacy for At-Risk Adult Victims of Benefits Trafficking
    Benefits Trafficking is an emerging crime characterized by the recruitment, harboring, and undue influence of older adults and adults with disabilities for the purpose of gaining access to and exploiting their benefits and life savings. Georgia is the first state to take legislative action and identify Benefits Trafficking as a felony crime. Addressing Benefits Trafficking requires a multidisciplinary effort involving a variety of agencies responsible for public safety, aging and disability services, financial services, emergency response, and victim resource connection. Anna Thomas, Division of Aging Services Forensic Unit, Atlanta, Georgia; Lindsay Greenwa, Division of Aging Services Forensic Unit, Atlanta, Georgia
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  • Aging and Disability Track: Benefits Outreach: Practices that Work
    Many states and local communities are implementing innovative practices to increase enrollment in benefit programs that assist financially vulnerable older adults and persons with disabilities. Speakers will share state and local practices for benefit outreach, assessment, and enrollment. This session will present the results from an ADvancing States survey of state aging and disability agencies on their systems and practices for benefit assessment and enrollment. We will also review what outreach tactics and messages work best with diverse communities. Samantha Gardner, ADvancing States, Washington, District of Columbia; Brandy Bauer, National Council on Aging (NCOA), Arlington, Virginia; Esteban Gonzalez, Atlanta Community Food Bank, Atlanta, Georgia
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  • Aging and Disability Track: Identifying and Supporting Victims of Elder Abuse on Hotlines
    The VictimConnect Resource Center is a national hotline providing resources and referrals to those impacted by crime. The anonymous nature of the service requires staff to be trained to recognize red flags to determine when a call may be referencing elder abuse. Most hotlines will encounter the 1 in 10 older adults who experience abuse and neglect. This workshop covers practical tips to assist in identifying elder abuse victims, connecting them to local resources and providing emotional support. Keeley Frank, National Center for Victims of Crime, Arlington, Virginia
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  • Aging and Disability Track: Strengthening Your Service Delivery by adding an Assistive Technology Component- Part One and Part Two
    Assistive Technology (AT) ranges on a continuum from low tech (walkers and bath benches) to high tech (tele-presence, bathtub lifts, environmental controls, etc.). In this fun and interactive session, participants will not only learn what low cost technologies are available, but also how the ADRCs in Georgia have reduced waiting lists, increased the morale of clients and staff, and built new partnerships with key community agencies. The first half of the session will be informational, and the second half will be interactive and hands-on with live AT demonstrations. Cheney Roper Magusiak, Georgia Department. of Human Services, Atlanta, Georgia; Rachel Wilson, Georgia Tech, Atlanta Georgia; Denise Howard, LIFE Inc., Center for Independent Living, Savannah, Georgia; Elaine Harkin, Legacy Link AAA, Gainesville, Georgia; Ginger Ragans, Legacy Link AAA, Gainesville, Georgia; Peggy Luukkonen, Coastal Georgia AAA, Darien, Georgia
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  • Aging and Disability Track: Public Transportation a la Mode: Community Options and Accessibility
    Join this interactive session featuring an exploration of community transportation options including public and private modes and services. Examine the unique ride needs and supports for older adults and people with disabilities. The Atlanta area CIL, dis-ABILITY LINK, will offer a discussion on their experience with finding rides, including the ADA paratransit eligibility process. The session will conclude with an overview of coordination efforts, partnerships for identifying resources and great ideas to share. Ken Thompson, Easterseals/National Aging and Disability Transportation Center, Washington, District of Columbia; Ken Mitchell, disABILITY LINK, Tucker, Georgia
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  • Aging and Disability Track: ADRC Partnerships within the Healthcare Community and Beyond
    Partnership building is crucial to a successful ADRC program. In this session, learn key steps on how to navigate and engage partners within the healthcare community in your region. From identifying healthcare champions, designing an MOU, resource mapping, to ultimately having them sit at your Advisory Committee table, this session is for you! Richard Flores, Lower Rio Area Agency on Aging-Rio-Net, Weslaco, Texas
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  • Aging and Disability Track: Developments in Aging and Disability Policy: A National Perspective- Part Two
    Join this session to learn about the latest in aging and disability policy from your national I&R/A partners. This session will provide I&R/A professionals with a review of current issues in aging and disability policy, financing, and service delivery. During Part II, presenters from the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) and ADvancing States will share key updates and developments in disability policy, Medicaid, and home and community-based services. Roger Howard, LINC, Boise, Idaho; Damon Terzaghi, ADvancing States, Washington, District of Columbia
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  • Aging and Disability Track: Developments in Aging and Disability Policy: A National Perspective- Part One
    Join this session to learn about the latest in aging and disability policy from your national I&R/A partners. This session will provide I&R/A professionals with a review of current issues in aging and disability policy, financing, and service delivery. During Part I, presenters will share key updates and developments from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living (ACL), and the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a), with a focus on the aging network. Sherri Clark, Administration for Community Living, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, District of Columbia; Autumn Campbell, National Association of Area Agencies on Aging (n4a), Washington, District of Columbia
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