Task Force on Age-Friendly DC by 2017

Start date: 
Mar 27, 2014 3:00 pm
End date: 
Mar 27, 2014 4:30 pm
Location: 
Department of Employment Services
4058 Minnesota Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20019 Room: Community Annex

The Task Force on Age Friendly DC by 2017 will review a draft of issues and solutions to World Health Organization and DC additional domains:

6.  Civic Participation and Employment - promotion of paid work and volunteer activities for older residents and opportunities to engage in formulation of policies releant to their lives

7.  Communication and Information - promotion of and access to the use of technology to keep older residents connected to their community and friendsand family, both near and far

8.  Community Support and Health Services - access to homecare services, clinics, and programs to promote wellness and active aging

9.  Emergency Preparedness and Resilience, a DC focus - information, education and training to ensure the safety, wellness, and readiness of seniors in emergency situations

10. Elder Abuse, Neglect and Fraud, a DC Focus - prevention and prosecution of financial exploitation, neglect and physical, sexual and emotional abuse of seniors

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