Past Events

Forum on Practical Solutions for Aging in Place: State Policies and Practices that Work

Thursday, December 8, 2011, 3–5 pm

A forum hosted by the AARP willl focus on state land use, transportation and housing policies that help older adults remain in their homes and communities as they age. Speakers will describe how states across the country are breaking down the barriers to building livable communities. This includes successful efforts to integrate land use, housing and transportation policy; design complete streets; and provide services and supports at home.

Family Matters: Multigenerational Families in a Volatile Economy

Tuesday, December 6, 2011, 10–11 am

The number of multigenerational families is on the rise. In this challenging economic landscape, how are these families coping and what can we do to help?

Join Generations United on December 6th for a provocative discussion on the multigenerational perspective in America and ways to forge a new, stronger policy dialogue that recognizes that it is not a fight, it is family.

Generations United’s newest report Family Matters: Multigenerational Families in a Volatile Economy elevates a different framework that considers and supports the growing interdependence of generations in America. It includes the results of a new public opinion survey on the current state of intergenerational interdependence and makes recommendations for public policy strategies that value and engage all generations.

The Challenge of Family Caregiving: What Needs to Be Done?

Thursday, December 1, 2011, 9 am–12 pm

Prominent authors and experts discuss the difficulties faced by millions of family caregivers coping with our health and long-term services and supports (LTSS) systems. They will explore how public policies can more effectively address the needs of caregivers and provide insight on how health care professionals can improve support for family caregivers. Audience participation is encouraged. Join us!

Webinar: Innovations in Caregiving Grants

Tuesday, November 29, 2011, 3 pm

The National Alliance for Caregiving is hosting a free webinar to discuss its Innovations in Caregiving grants program opportunity. The program, Innovations in Caregiving, will provide financial support of up to $10,000 to five non-profit organizations, agencies, and universities to replicate the best innovations identified through the National Family Caregiving Awards program. In the webinar, a select group of National Family Caregiving Award winners will discuss their programs in detail and show ways that the applicants can replicate their programs. The award winners will also be available to answer questions from those wishing to apply for an Innovations in Caregiving grant.

Webinar: Health Care Innovation Challenge

Thursday, November 17, 2011, 2–3:30 pm

The Department of Health and Human Services recently announced the Health Care Innovation Challenge from the CMS Innovation Center, a new initiative designed to test creative ways to deliver high quality medical care and reduce costs across the country.  Up to $1 billion in total grants will be awarded to applicants who implement the most compelling new ideas to deliver better health, improved care and lower costs to people enrolled in Medicare, Medicaid and CHIP. To give interested potential applicants the opportunity to hear more about the funding opportunity announcement, CMS Innovation Center staff will be hosting a webinar overview of the Challenge and be available to answer questions.

Alzheimer’s from the Frontlines: Challenges a National Alzheimer’s Plan Must Address

Tuesday, November 8, 2011, 10–11 am

SVC 203-202 (Capitol Visitors Center)

Please join the Alzheimer's Association for a Congressional Briefing unveiling an important new report, “Alzheimer’s from the Frontlines: Challenges a National Alzheimer’s Plan Must Address.” This report offers insights and perspectives from the Alzheimer’s community on ten critical challenges the first ever National Alzheimer’s Plan must address.

Eldercare Workforce Alliance Congressional Briefing

Thursday, November 3, 2011, 12–1:30 pm

Strengthening the eldercare workforce will strengthen America’s economy. We must incorporate the need for a well-trained eldercare workforce into our job creation policies. Drawing people into the fields of eldercare, including geriatrics and gerontology can generate jobs and address the need for quality care.

RSVP by November 1 to cconnolly@eldercareworkforce.org.

CMS Innovation Advisors Program

Wednesday, October 26–Monday, October 31, 2011

Below is an announcement about the CMS Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation’s newly announced program.  Eric Coleman and the Hartford Foundation will running webinars with information on the value of the program and the application process beginning on Wednesday, October 26th.

Team-Based Care Takes Training: The Push for Interprofessional Education

Friday, June 17, 2011, 12–2 pm

Team-Based Care Takes Training:  The Push for Interprofessional Education
A Conference hosted by National Health Policy Forum

FRIDAY, JUNE 17, 2011 
11:45AM - 12:15PM Registration and Lunch 
12:15PM - 2:00PM Discussion

LOCATION: 
Reserve Officers Association 
1 Constitution Avenue, NE, 5th Floor 
Washington, DC 20002

To RSVP, please contact nhpfmeet@gwu.edu.

Supporting America’s Home Care Workers

Thursday, June 16, 2011, 10–11:15 am

The Direct Care Alliance will be hosting a breakfast briefing, "Supporting America’s Home Care Workers: Caring for America’s Greatest Generation."

Thursday, June 16, 2011
10:00 - 11:15 am
Rayburn 2103