Raging in Place

Gen-x aging resources and community

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  • The National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS), a longitudinal research project initiated in 2011, provides detailed data on the health and well-being of older Americans, offering a potential roadmap for Generation X as they approach their own senior years.…

  • Many Gen Xers, now the ‘sandwich generation,’ juggle care for aging parents, their own families, and careers. To manage everything, they often coordinate schedules and delegate tasks. Lotsa Helping Hands (https://lotsahelpinghands.com/) can assist with this; it’s a centralized hub for…

  • Westchester County, New York. The Field Hall Foundation has awarded over $275,000 in winter grants. These grants support programs benefiting seniors at home. Specifically, the funding prioritizes aging in place initiatives. Consequently, it addresses critical needs like healthcare access and…

  • The Free Clinic of Central Virginia has been awarded a significant $1 million federal grant, a move that promises to bolster healthcare access for many in the region. This timely funding arrives as free clinics across the state face increasing…

  • Recent reports indicate potential shifts in former President Trump’s stance on Medicaid, creating uncertainty among Republican lawmakers. Despite a prior pledge to protect the program, Trump seemingly endorsed a House budget that cuts Medicaid significantly. This action has reportedly led…

  • EverFriends.ai: Revolutionizing Aging in Place. A digital companion for the aging generation. Aging is a fact of life, and for Generation X, it’s becoming a present reality, not just a distant concern. We’re caught in the sandwich generation squeeze, caring…

  • The Vermont Arts Council has announced $50,000 in grants. These grants will support creative aging programs across the state. This investment demonstrates the Council’s commitment to the well-being of older adults. Twelve organizations will receive funding. Consequently, they can offer…

  • A meeting between former President Donald Trump and pharmaceutical industry leaders is fueling concerns among Gen X Americans. They worry about the future cost of prescription drugs. The meeting, scheduled for [Date of Meeting], occurs as many Gen Xers (born…

  • Are you a homeowner in a rural area struggling to afford necessary repairs or upgrades to your home? The USDA Rural Repair Loan & Grant program, also known as the Section 504 Home Repair program, might be the solution you’ve…

  • Aging in place. The phrase conjures images of stairlifts, grab bars, and perhaps a ramp leading up to the front door. Practical, yes. Inspiring? Not so much. But what if aging in place was more than retrofitting homes? What if,…

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