D.C. Office on Aging: DCOA E*News

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July 1, 2013

DCOA E*News At-A-Glance

DCOA Network Responds to Seniors in Crisis

When residents at the Arthur Capper Senior Facility were displaced by fire, social workers from the D.C. Office on Aging Senior Service Network lead agency from Ward 6, Family Matters and DCOA staff responded alongside, the Red Cross, the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency and the Department of Human Services to assist those in need.  Affected residents were relocated and provided gift cards to purchase food. After the initial hours of response determined that some units were uninhabitable, residents were also relocated temporarily while their units are under construction.  Individual needs were also met to help bring their lives back to normal.  We applaud the efforts of each of the individuals that came to the aid of those in need.  


Center Participation Leads to Success

Carrie Doles Hayes Senior Wellness Center

Carrie Doles attributes her 14 lb weight loss to her attendance of the Hayes Senior Wellness Center.  She began participating about a month ago after she saw a photo of her friend Doris Draughn featured on the cover of the Beacon Newspaper with DCOA Executive Director John M. Thompson

Doles, 72, is a member of the walking club and attends several fitness classes including "Butts and Guts" and "Yoga." She added that she plans to achieve her goal weight gradually over time.


Elder Financial Exploitation Education

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently launched a new financial resource tool, Money Smart for Older Adults, to help older adults and their caregivers prevent elder financial exploitation across the country. The training module developed by both agencies provides information to raise awareness among older adults (age 62 and older) and their caregivers on how to prevent, identify and respond to elder financial exploitation, plan for a secure financial future, and make informed financial decisions. The instructor-led module offers practical information that can be implemented immediately. Money Smart for Older Adults is designed to be delivered to older adults and their caregivers by representatives of financial institutions, adult protective service agencies, senior advocacy organizations, law enforcement, and others that serve this population.

To download the training module free of charge visit http://www.fdic.gov/consumers/consumer/moneysmart/OlderAdult.html.  A copy of the consumer guide is also available for download at http://files.consumerfinance.gov/f/201306_cfpb_msoa-participant-guide.pdf.


Opportunities for Non-profits through City Fund

During his State of the District Address, Mayor Vincent C. Gray proposed the One City Fund to assist non-profit organizations in providing direct services to District residents and families in the areas of education, job training, health, senior services, arts, public safety, and the environment through a competitive and transparent grant process.

On June 26, Community Foundation President Terri Lee Freeman joined Mayor Gray for a briefing on the Fund. Click here to view the presentation, which includes details about the application process, timeline, and eligibility.


DCOA Open Positions

There are three openings that have been posted by the D.C. Department of Human Resources for the DCOA.  The latest position is the Transition Care Specialist. To apply for all positions including the Resource Allocation Officer (Grants Administrator) and the Supervisory Public Health Analyst, or for more information, visit dchr.dc.govHR Answers may also provide individuals with general information on D.C. Government employment opportunities by calling, 202-442-9700.


Senior Villages RFA Reissued

The Office on Aging has reissued an RFA seeking applications from qualified applicants to plan, develop, organize, implement and sustain “Aging in Place” programs for wards 7 & 8 in the District. The programs should enable District residents age 60 years and older residing in a specific neighborhood to enjoy safer, healthier and more independent lives in their own homes. Senior villages assist seniors living in neighborhoods by partnering with and connecting them to needed resources and service providers.  As a nonprofit, membership organization, the village can provide a variety of programs and services more cost-effectively than most conventional retirement communities are able to provide. The RFA deadline for submission is July 19, 2013 at 4:30 pm. To view the RFA and for more information, visit dcoa.dc.gov or opgd.dc.gov.


Appointments for Employment

The Office on Aging has improved the procedure for persons with disabilities seeking employment assistance.  Appointments can now be made by calling Mamie Garrett at 202-727-8368.  If scheduling allows, walk-ins will also be taken on Wednesdays on a case-by-case basis.

The Rehabilitation Services Administration has services co-located at the Office on Aging one day a week for persons with disabilities who are seeking employment.  For more information on their services visit the Department of Disability Services at  http://dds.dc.gov/DC/DDS/Rehabilitation+Services+Administration/About+RSA/Programs+Offered/Supported+Employment.

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July issue of the Spotlight on Aging Newsletter

July Spotlight on Aging 2013
 

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Click here for the DCOA Calendar of Events!

DCOA Calendar

DCOA in the Media

Ms. Senior D.C. Pageant 2013

Washington Informer June 26, 2013

The Washington Sun

Mayor's Second Annual Senior Symposium

WJLA-TV article

Washington Informer Silver Alert article

Washington Informer Symposium article

27th Annual Salute to DC Centenarians media coverage links

Washington Post article and photo gallery

WJLA/News Channel 8, article, video and photo gallery

Fox5DC article and video coverage

WTOP article and photo gallery

DCOA Interview WHUR 96.3 FM Insight Segment on the  "Daily Drum" 2/19/13

Video: DCN-DCOA Performance Oversight Hearing 2/21/13 Part I

Video: DCN-DCOA Performance Oversight Hearing 2/21/13 Part II

Video: DCN-DCOA Performance Oversight Hearing 2/21/13 Part III

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