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This article, originally published on 28 March 2011, provides an overview of the Elder Economic Security Index for Washington, which is part Atlantic grantee Wider Opportunities for Women's Elder Economic Security Initiative™ that seeks to build economic security for older adults through a multi-pronged approach that includes organising, advocacy…

Elder Economic Security Initiative blog WASHINGTON, D.C. Wider Opportunities for Women (WOW) announces the expansion of its Elder Economic Security Initiative™ program to Michigan, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Minnesota. The Initiative is a national campaign to ensure that all older Americans are able to age…

This report presents the New Mexico Aging & Long-Term Services Department's policy recommendations to advance the goal of elder economic security in the state, provide a continuum of home and community-based social and health services that meet the needs of older people, and maximise their…

In reality, more than 1 in 10 seniors live in poverty, says new measure. What must older Americans really spend to buy the bare necessities? Much more than many policymakers and others realize, says a new initiative that aims to increase awareness about the number…

This evaluation of Atlantic’s grantmaking to support the economic security of low-income elders identifies elements most likely to help advance a policy agenda when working in a politically charged environment:  Use a state-by-state approach and target multiple levels of government to show incremental progress for national results…

By David E. ThigpenVice President of Policy and Strategic Advancement, Insight CenterElders are revered for their experience and wisdom in many cultures around the globe, but here in America where our civic, media and business cultures worship at the fountain of youth, elders are seen…

A small blue and green globe is passed from hand to hand as parents, staff, and community partners introduce themselves and share about a cultural tradition or characteristic that they’re proud of – and that they want other members of their school community to understand…

The National Council on Aging is an Atlantic grantee. WASHINGTON, June 5 -- The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services' Administration on Aging issued the following news release: Acting Assistant Secretary for Aging Edwin L. Walker today announced that 19 awards have been made…