Public Input Survey for Florida’s Next State Plan on Aging
The Department of Elder Affairs' (DOEA) is collecting public input in preparation for Florida's next State Plan on Aging (2026-2029).
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period (OEP) October 15 – December 7
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period (OEP) runs from October 15 through December 7 each year. During this time, you can make changes to your health insurance coverage, including adding, dropping, or changing your Medicare Advantage and Part D coverage. Use the OEP to review what you have, compare it with other options, and make sure that your current coverage still meets your [...]
2024 Request for Proposal (RFP) for Older Americans Act funded services
The Alliance for Aging, Inc. has released the 2024 Request for Proposal (RFP) for Older Americans Act funded services. Please click on the links below for the RFP and Application. Appendix V Application for Funds (all Titles) (WORD DOC) 2024 OAA RFP (PDF) Appendix-V-Application-for-Funds-all-Titles-WORD Amendment 1 2024 OAA RFP Amendment 1 2024 OAA RFP Amendment 2 2024 OAA RFP Amendment 3 [...]
Older Adults and Homelessness: How Continuums of Care and Area Agencies on Aging Can Collaborate
By USAging CEO Sandy Markwood, August 13, 2024 read the original article here The fastest-growing group of people experiencing homelessness in the United States are those aged 50 and older. Unless our nation’s systems to prevent and respond to homelessness become “aging-capable”—meaning they reliably provide effective support tailored for older adults—we can expect that number to triple by 2030. This trend [...]
Miami-Dade Damage Assessment Survey
Miami-Dade Urges Flood-Affected Residents and Businesses to Fill out Damage Assessment Survey MIAMI-DADE ( June 19, 2024 )– Today, Miami-Dade County's Department of Emergency Management (DEM) activated a damage assessment survey tool, in response to recent flooding events in areas of Miami-Dade County. This survey tool will help businesses and individuals document the extent and type of damage sustained during last [...]
Miami Herald June 5, 2024 – What’s wrong with your brain? It could come down to what you need more of each night.
What’s wrong with your brain? It could come down to what you need more of each night BY MICHELLE MARCHANTE JUNE 05, 2024 11:06 AM - Read the original article here. Sleeping well can affect your brain health, reducing the risk for Alzheimer’s. Your home’s layout can indicate your fall risk. Tips for healthy aging from Miami conference. How well you [...]
Warm Hearts, Warm Homes
On December 5, 2023, the Alliance engaged in DOEA’s Warm Hearts Warm Homes campaign, dedicated to delivering thoughtful gift boxes tailored for the impending winter season. Over twelve enthusiastic volunteers joined forces to meticulously assemble 100 gift boxes brimming with essential items, including cozy blankets, scarves, hand warmers, nourishing food, indulgent hot chocolate, and various other winter necessities. Collaborating with the [...]