"By 2034 there are going to be more people 65 and over than under 18 forevermore," Bandana Shrestha, AARP Oregon's state director, told Axios. "This is a significant and permanent demographic shift that's happening." Bandana Shrestha बन्दना श्रेष्ठ Axios https://lnkd.in/ehzEns2t
AARP Oregon
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AARP Oregon is the state's premier organization for people 50+ and their families.
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AARP Oregon is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50+ to choose how they live as they age. We advocate for what matters most to people 50+ and their families, and work to disrupt antiquated views of aging that limit individuals’ potential and hinder age-friendly policies. Our membership of over 500,000 represents all walks of life and reflects diverse populations in Oregon.
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Congratulations to our 2024 Challenge Grant recipients! Latino Community Association, City of Monmouth, City of Independence, SWTrails, City of Medford, Whiteaker Community Council, ReFIT! #Livablecommunities
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So proud of the team for getting this grant and creating something the entire community will enjoy. We will share the finished product of this grant with you soon!
The City of Monmouth is excited to announce that it has been selected to receive a 2024 AARP Community Challenge Grant! With over 3,300 applicants this year, Monmouth is one of the 343 grantees selected from across all 50 states, Washington D.C, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These quick-action grant funds will be used to activate a pedestrian alleyway connecting Main Street and the Monmouth Senior Community Center. The goal of this project is to create a welcoming space for community members of all ages and abilities to enjoy Monmouth’s beautiful historic downtown. Providing places for visitors to spend time downtown was identified as a key goal in the 2042 Downtown Improvement Plan, and the City is thrilled to have AARP’s support to make these improvements. The City has hired a team of students and staff from the University of Oregon to create the designs for the space. Two temporary designs will be installed this summer with opportunities for the public to give their thoughts and feedback. In the fall, the team will use this feedback to create a proposal for a permanent design to be implemented in the future. Over the summer visitors can expect to see seating, plants, games, art pop-ups, and more. For updates, check out the project page on the City of Monmouth’s website as well as the City’s social media pages. “We are incredibly proud that AARP selected the City of Monmouth for this investment,” stated Monmouth Mayor Cecelia Koontz. “It’s a testament to our commitment to live the values signified by our AARP Age-Friendly Cities designation and to continue to partner on making our city an inclusive and accessible place for people of all ages and abilities.” About the AARP Community Challenge The AARP Community Challenge grant program funds innovative, quick-action projects that inspire change in areas such as public places; housing; transportation; digital connectivity; community resilience; and more. With additional funding support provided by Toyota Motor North America, the program is also increasing its investment in pedestrian safety projects that will improve streets and sidewalks, create vibrant pedestrian infrastructure, engage community members and much more. This is all part of AARP’s nationwide work on livable communities, which supports the efforts of neighborhoods, towns, cities and counties across the country to become great places for all. AARP believes that communities should provide safe, walkable streets; affordable and accessible housing and transportation options; access to needed services; and opportunities for residents to participate in community life. To learn more about the projects being funded by the AARP Community Challenge across the nation, including all 343 granted projects this year, visit https://lnkd.in/g8MsUrK. You can also view an interactive map of current and past AARP Community Challenge projects and AARP’s Livable Communities work at aarp.org/livable. Watch our celebration video!
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#AARPOnTheHill today! We talked about issues important to people 50+ and their families: Supporting family caregivers • Lowering prescription drug costs • Protecting Social Security • Financial security Bandana Shrestha बन्दना श्रेष्ठ J. Michael Schultz, MS AARP #AARPEmployee #AARPVolunteer #orpol
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AARP Oregon State Vol. President / Philanthropy Advisor and Nonprofit Consultant
It’s an honor to be in Washington DC all this week as part of AARP’s national lobbying effort! So many important policy issues and opportunities at stake that impact the lives of Oregonians age 50+.
I am in Washington, DC this week with AARP Oregon Volunteer State President J. Michael Schultz, MS. We will be meeting members of congress who represent Oregon about critical issues that matter to 50+ Oregonians and their families! #AARPontheHill #AARPEmployee
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Ageism doesn't end with an insensitive comment at work. It can push older workers to the sidelines, stall careers, disrupt retirement plans, and deny the American economy decades of experience and insight. Join experts gathered by WorkingNation and Scripps News, including AARP's Carly Roszkowski, as they examine problems and potential solutions around ageism in the workplace. Tune in to “Breaking Barriers, Embracing Age in the Workforce,” on Friday, June 21 at 9 p.m. ET. Learn more: http://spr.ly/6044gBmrQ. #AgeInAmerica #BreakingBarriers #Ageism #Over55 #AgeDiscrimination
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Elder abuse refers to intentional or negligent acts by a trusted individual that causes harm to an older person. It can take many forms, including financial exploitation; neglect or isolation; and physical, sexual, emotional, psychological and verbal abuse. Join us for this free webinar at 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2024. Guests speakers include Paul Greenwood, a former assistant district attorney in San Diego County who prosecuted more than 750 cases of elder abuse, and Billie McNeely, an elder abuse specialist with Oregon Department of Human Services Aging and People with Disabilities. They will share how to spot elder abuse and the steps to take to stop it in this interactive webinar. Registration is required: https://lnkd.in/gPCUkmbA #elderabuseawareness #elderabuseprevention #oregon #aarp
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May is #olderamericansmonth and we are pleased that Governor Tina Kotek will be joining us on Thursday, May 23 at 10am for a telephone townhall. We will have an opportunity to hear from the Governor on our priority issues, including workplace age-discrimination, family caregiving, housing and more. Mark your calendars! Use this call-in number: 877-229-8493 and passcode 14658 to join us. #orpol #orleg
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Governor Tina Kotek has declared May 2024 to be Older Americans Month. We are delighted to join her in honoring the contributions of Oregonians 50+. Ours is one of the fastest-aging states in the West, and we will continue our work to make Oregon an age-friendly state, advancing statewide goals and policies that support aging well and help us all thrive in our communities. #olderamericansmonth #agefriendly #agefriendlyoregon
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More Americans will turn 65 this year than at any time in history – and more of them are choosing to keep working. There are now five generations in the workplace, and employers would be smart to recognize the unique value that people over 60 bring to the table. From their mastery of the soft skills of management and interpersonal relationships to their adaptability after decades of having to learn new technologies, older workers can be a competitive advantage for companies that are not hampered by the tunnel vision of ageism. Check out my recent piece on this topic, published in Fortune. #Longevity #MultigenerationalWorkforce #OlderWorkers #Ageism
More Americans are working past age 65—and that’s good news for employers
fortune.com