May 31, 2024 - Souderton, PA
Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich announced the publication of Aging Our Way, PA - a 10-year strategic plan that will help transform service delivery to create the age-friendly Commonwealth that all residents deserve now and in the future. Aging Our Way, PA will serve as a roadmap for older adult services in Pennsylvania, ensuring services meet the needs of older adults as they move through different stages of life, addressing everyday issues such as healthcare, transportation, housing, long-term care and social connections. "Pennsylvania took one year to develop Aging Our Way, PA while other states, like California, took two to three years to complete their plans. By quickly and conscientiously crafting this plan, we are showing residents of our Commonwealth and the nation that we are getting stuff done," said Governor Josh Shapiro. "We all know our older adults are vital members of our communities. As we all age, we deserve the programs and supports we need to thrive. Aging Our Way, PA presents a bold vision for Pennsylvania's future and with the release of this plan, we will begin to lay the foundation to build more inclusive, accessible, and cost-effective systems and infrastructure that support the needs of our community members across the Commonwealth." Speakers Included:Jennifer Haeussler-Barnhart, Administrator, Montgomery County Office of Senior ServicesSecretary of Aging, Jason KavulichGovernor Josh ShapiroCarmen Bell, United Way of Lehigh ValleyNora Dowd Eisenhower, Volunteer State Director for AARP PennslvaniaKevin Hancock, Aging Our Way, PA Project LeadJamila Winder, Montgomery County CommissionerSenator Maria CollettState Representative Steve Malagari
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