The Elder Pride Act has been reintroduced in the House by Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-1), Mark Pocan (WI-2), and Sharice Davids (KS-3). The bill authorizes the Administration on Aging to award grants to state or tribal governments or other eligible organizations (e.g., area agencies on aging and multipurpose senior centers) for providing sexual health and … Read more
DSAAPD (The Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities) invites community members to participate in this feedback session on the State Aging Plan. The State Plan is developed to meet the requirements of the Older Americans Act, which provides funding for a variety of programs and services for older Delawareans and their … Read more
The Lewes Public Library is hosting Tax-Aide volunteers who will prepare federal and Delaware income tax returns for the 2023 filing year. Volunteers are certified by the IRS. Tax-Aide, a joint venture between the IRS and AARP, is a free service open to taxpayers of all ages with low to moderate income. AARP membership is not required. Volunteers … Read more
Are you an LGBTQIA+ individual who has been diagnosed with cancer and are over 40 years old? Are you the care partner for an LGBTQIA+ adult diagnosed with cancer and are over 21 years old? If so you may be eligible to participate in this online study and be compensated for your time. Help us … Read more
State Aging Plans are an important blueprint for serving older adults. Aging plans are designed to help older individuals maintain their health, independence, and quality of life as they age. These plans typically include a variety of services and assistance, such as home health care, meal delivery, transportation services, and community engagement programs. While aging … Read more
A new report written by the SAGE National Resource Center on LGBTQ+ Aging addresses Health Equity & LGBTQ+ Older Adults of Color. The United States is becoming older and more diverse. Yet, how we often talk about and intervene on issues related to diversity in aging continues to fall short of our goals and best … Read more
Sussex Pride is exploring starting a support group for individuals impacted by prostate cancer.
Congratulations to Sussex Pride Director David Mariner who has been appointed by the Governor to serve on the Council on Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities. The Council on Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities was established under Delaware state law (29 Del. C. § 7915) to provide advice to the … Read more
Need help now? Staff from the Delaware Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) are here to assist you Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. An Aging and Disability Resource Center is The Delaware ADRC can help you: The Delaware ADRC features: Contact the ADRC at:
May 16th is National Honor our LGBTQ+ Elders Day and we want to hear about the LGBTQ+ Elders who have made a difference in your life! Sussex Pride Aging is requesting nominations for National Honor our LGBTQ+ Elders Day. Winners will be recognized on our website, in a press release, and on our social media … Read more