In the coming decades, our older population will grow far more racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse. As the population of older Americans doubles in size from 2010 to 2050, diverse Americans will constitute an increasingly larger segment of that group.

2022年9月14日 · Founded in 2010, the Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC) advocates for policies and programs that improve aging in our communities as racially and ethnically diverse people; American Indians and Alaska Natives; and lesbian, gay, …

Recognizing and appreciating diversity is an essential part of patient-centered care. It can lead to improved patient safety, more open communication, increased health equity, and better patient outcomes. By respecting each patient’s values and preferences, you’ll be more likely to engage them as collaborative partners in their care.

2021年4月16日 · So, Next Avenue spoke to the four largest organizations serving older adults (AARP, American Society on Aging, Gerontological Society of America and National Council on Aging) to...

Founded in 2010, the Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC) advocates for policies and programs that improve aging in our communities as racially and ethnically diverse people; American Indians and Alaska Natives; and lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender (LGBT) people.

2021年4月13日 · So, Next Avenue spoke to the four largest organizations serving older adults (AARP, American Society on Aging, Gerontological Society of America and National Council on Aging) to find out how...

Younger People Represent a More Diverse Population: The racial diversity of the nation is predicted to increase from the younger to older age groups, according to the Brookings Institute. Between 2010 and 2019, the U.S. grew by 19.5 million people, a growth rate of 6.3%.

This article addresses challenges to access to mental health services for diverse older adults including barriers related to race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, location, age, gender, immigrant status, language, sexual orientation and diagnosis.

Engaging people of all ages through our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion are essential. ASA has a voice in the development and implementation of public policies that address systemic barriers and inequities facing older adults and those working in the field of aging.

2023年3月1日 · The Decade’s action plan recognizes older people as rights holders and calls for them to be at the centre of the Decade’s work. Older people around the world are a diverse group in terms of their mental and physical capacities, experiences, interests, needs and …