Publications & Resources
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Understanding FTD: Diagnosis, Support and Resources for Patients and Caregivers
In this webinar, you’ll learn about the signs and symptoms of FTD, how it’s diagnosed, and the specific needs of both those living with FTD and their caregivers. We also highlight helpful resources and support services for GUIDE and non-GUIDE providers, offering valuable insight to better support patients and their families on their individual journeys.
Celebrating Milestones in Elder Care: A Look Back—and Forward—at Aging Policy in 2025
This year marks a momentous time for elder care in the United States. As we celebrate several milestone anniversaries of foundational aging policies, including Social Security turning 90 and Medicare, Medicaid, and the Older Americans Act (OAA) reaching 60, we are reminded not only of the progress made but also of the advocacy still required…
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Celebrating Milestones in Elder Care
Join Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging and the Elder Justice Coalition as we mark the anniversaries of three groundbreaking pieces of legislation that have shaped the landscape of elder care in the United States: the Elder Justice Act, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP).
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Effective Strategies for Recruiting and Engaging People Living with Dementia and Their Caregivers
Join us for an in-depth conversation on effective strategies for recruiting and engaging family and friend caregivers and people living with dementia in evidence-based dementia care programs. This session highlights marketing tools and outreach strategies provided by BRI Care Consultation, with a particular focus on the specific recruitment needs of GUIDE Model Participating Sites.
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Using Best Programs for Caregiving as a Resource for GUIDE Model Implementation
Take a tour of the innovative Best Programs for Caregiving (BPC) website, a free online directory that for the first time brings together nearly 50 evidence-based dementia caregiving programs (bpc.caregiver.org). In addition to a demo, you’ll learn how the database can be used as a valuable resource for GUIDE Participating Sites and Care Navigators to learn about and incorporate evidence-based programs to support GUIDE Model implementations.
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Navigating Change: The Impact of Shifting Administration and Congress on Aging Policies
Join Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging and the Elder Justice Coalition the first session of our 2025 Advocacy Webinar Series: “Navigating Change: The Impact of Shifting Administration and Congress on Aging Policies.” This timely and insightful webinar dives into how recent changes in the Administration and Congress may impact aging policies across the nation.
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Everything You Need to Know About the CMS GUIDE Model- And How Ohio Organizations Can Get Involved
This 30-minute presentation, followed by Q&A, includes an overview of CMS’ objectives for developing GUIDE, a review of the 9 required elements of GUIDE delivery, including clinical, care navigation, respite and other services, eligibility parameters, as well as the unique role that older adult services and healthcare organizations can play in the process.
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Advocacy, Policy and Aging Services in the New Administration: A Conversation with Bob Blancato
Bob Blancato discusses policy trends, funding challenges, and advocacy strategies for aging services.
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Mandated Reporting of Elder Abuse: What to Know
Elder abuse affects millions of older adults every year. As our population continues to age, the risk of abuse, neglect and exploitation also rises. To combat this, many states have established mandated reporting laws requiring certain professionals to report suspected or confirmed cases of elder abuse.