by JFRF Admin | Jan 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
In our state, 1,467 Oregonians over the age of 60 are dead due to COVID-19. That’s 91% of all COVID-19 related deaths in Oregon. The death rate is highest amongst Oregon’s BIPOC communities. It’s because of these staggering numbers that AGE+ joins...
by JFRF Admin | Jan 14, 2021 | Uncategorized
On Monday, January 18th, AGE+ will join the nation in celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day by honoring the legacy and life of Dr. King. During this time when the issue of racial equity is so important in our country, we acknowledge the long term impacts of systemic...
by JFRF Admin | Dec 22, 2020 | Uncategorized
It’s been a challenging year, to say the least, but AGE+ continued to push forward for older Oregonians! Click here to take a look at our 2020 impact snapshot!
by JFRF Admin | Oct 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
The next webinar is Thursday, November 5th at 4pm and will focus on Individualized Education Program (IEP). Our program Ties That Bind has been providing valuable and insightful information to grandparents and other kinship caregivers across Oregon with it’s...
by JFRF Admin | Aug 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
Brought to you by AGE+ and Multnomah County, this free webinar will focus on information and resources for your family to be successful this school year. Click here to register today! Click here to view the...
by JFRF Admin | Jul 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
Many older adults actively contribute to their communities. They are caregivers, essential workers, healthcare providers, members of organizations and support systems, and much more. Devaluing the lives of older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic is ageist and wrong....
by JFRF Admin | Jun 1, 2020 | Uncategorized
AGE+ offers the ideas below for coping during this pandemic. They are gleaned from counselors, teachers, health workers and other adults. We share these strategies with deep respect for differences in individual personality and circumstances. Click here to...
by JFRF Admin | Mar 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
The coronavirus outbreak will be especially isolating for older people in our community who are already isolated and at higher risk. There are easy and safe steps we can all take. One of the easiest is creating a circle of care. For more on how you can give...
by JFRF Admin | Mar 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
Now more than ever, older adults need our help. COVID-19 is highlighting, yet again, the needs and challenges facing our older adults. In response, AGE+ is being innovative and nimble! The 2020 Ageless Award Luncheon is Going VIRTUAL! Join us (virtually) on: April 23,...
by JFRF Admin | Mar 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
Older adults are disproportionately susceptible to viruses – including the coronavirus COVID-19. Those with inadequate access to health care or who have unstable housing are especially vulnerable. At this time, taking sensible precautions is not only important,...
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