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By Etta Thordarson, MSW Intern, SDSU Social Policy Institute Do you know a direct care worker? Thank them for their hard work today! Direct care workers are a crucial facet of the United States Healthcare system. They are the home care health workers, residential care aides, and nursing assistants that many of us rely on to…

By Barbara Croyle and Nancy Verdin  “There are six myths about old age: 1. That it’s a disease, a disaster. 2. That we are mindless. 3.That we are sexless. 4. That we are useless. 5. That we are powerless. 6. That we are all alike.” Maggie Kuhn, Founder of the Gray Panthers “It is not…

By Nancy Verdin, Graduate Assistant, SDSU Social Policy Institute Have you ever encountered a challenge that you just can’t shake off, sparking the need for a solution? The kind of challenge that triggers the thought, “If only [insert brilliant idea] existed, it could create a significant positive impact.” If you’re a visionary, eager to bring your…

By: Emily Allison, Graduate Assistant, SDSU Social Policy Institute Over 16.5 million older adults 65 and older are financially insecure—either living at or below 200% of the federal poverty level (FPL) ($25,760 for a single person in 2021). With rising health care and housing costs, millions of older adults are continuously placed at a greater risk for…

By: Nancy Verdin, Graduate Assistant, SDSU Social Policy Institute As the hands of time tick steadily forward, we embark on a journey that unites us all – the journey of aging. It’s a transformative experience that shapes our lives in profound ways, ushering us through the passages of time with each passing day. Whether it was…

By: Emily Allison, Graduate Assistant, SDSU Social Policy Institute CalAIM, a five-year plan to transform and strengthen Medi-Cal, is now progressing into its second year. With the goals of transitioning to a Whole Person Care Approach while addressing social determinants of health, CalAIM aspires to create more consistency, less complexity, and more flexibility within Medi-Cal services.…

By Elena Metz, Graduate Assistant, SDSU Social Policy Institute Despite projected budget shortfalls, a Scan Foundation analysis concluded that the budget proposal did not call for significant cuts to health and social service programs serving older adults. Notable exceptions include the temporary elimination of the Accessory Development Unit (ADU) program and the absence of new…

Exciting news is happening on SDSU’s campus! Emily Tran, one of SPI’s interns was instrumental in the formation of the Intergenerational Gerontology Alliance (IGA) that has now applied to become a recognized student organization. Although the IGA is still working out the logistics for this summer, the students are eager, excited, and highly motivated to hit…

Q:  Tell us about CEAL and how it was initially developed.The Center for Excellence in Aging & Longevity(CEAL) was developed out of the “Big Idea Challenge” at SDSU. Recognizing that older adults are the fastest growing segment of our society, the Social Policy Institute proposed a “Healthy Aging Across the Lifespan” project. The demographic changes of existing inequities…

In recognition of the growing needs of San Diego County older adults Steve Hornberger, Co-Director of SDSU’s Social Policy Institute and the Center for Excellence in Aging & Longevity (CEAL), addressed the San Diego County Board of Supervisors at their October meeting. Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer and the members of the Board issued a Proclamation commending the San Diego Senior Alliance…