Institute on Aging

For families navigating dementia, finding meaningful engagement for their loved one can feel overwhelming. Compania's Enrichment Center offers structured, purposeful programming designed around the strengths and interests of people living with dementia, creating joyful moments and genuine connection every day. And for caregiving families, it offers something just as valuable: time to rest and recharge. Learn more about the Enrichment Center: https://hubs.ly/Q04qJTh_0 #Compania #DementiaCare #EnrichmentCenter #InstituteOnAging #CaregiverSupport #MemoryCare

Step inside a day at Institute on Aging’s Enrichment Center in the Presidio 💙 From music and movement to conversation, creativity, and meaningful connection, our Enrichment Center provides a safe and supportive space for older adults living with dementia and other memory-related conditions. Through Compania, members are encouraged to stay socially engaged, active, and connected while receiving compassionate care in a welcoming community environment. Families and caregivers can also find peace of mind knowing their loved ones are supported with dignity, understanding, and respect. Every day is filled with moments of joy, purpose, and connection and we’re honored to be part of that journey. Learn more about the Enrichment Center: https://lnkd.in/eDQPFuAM #Compania #EnrichmentCenter #DementiaSupport #InstituteOnAging #CaregiverSupport #AgingWell

Care transitions can make all the difference for individuals with complex medical, behavioral, and social needs. Join us this Thursday (7/23) for a LinkedIn Live hosted by NCQA on how the Acute Care Transitions (ACT) model is helping bridge the gap between hospitals and community-based care overall improving coordination, reducing preventable hospital visits, and supporting better outcomes for patients. You'll also hear how Institute on Aging is helping lead California's CalAIM Enhanced Care Management (ECM) initiatives, partnering with health plans and providers to transform care for some of the state's most vulnerable populations. Whether you work in healthcare, care coordination, Medicaid transformation, or health equity, you'll leave with practical insights you can apply. Featuring: • Kristen M.J. Azar, PhD RN MSN/MPH CPHQ FAHA (Institute on Aging) • Nancy Pedersen, LPCC, NCC, LMHC (Institute on Aging) • Ryan Pettengill (NCQA) Register today and join the conversation: https://bit.ly/4vIHL43 #CareTransitions #HealthEquity #CareCoordination #Medicaid #HealthyAging

For older couples, the desire to remain together at home, no matter what, is one of love’s most powerful commitments. Support at Home offers couples care, providing personalized in-home support for both people so they can continue to share their lives in the place they call home. Learn more about Support at Home: https://hubs.ly/Q04pmSk80 #SupportAtHome #InstituteOnAging #Couplescare #AgingInPlace #HomeCare #SeniorCare

When an older adult's needs become more complex, families often find themselves managing appointments, coordinating services, and trying to make sense of a system that can feel overwhelming. IOA's Care Management team helps families build a clear, coordinated care plan, connecting the right services, asking the right questions, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks. Connect with our team: https://hubs.ly/Q04pn20H0 #CareManagement #InstituteOnAging #AgingWell #FamilyCaregiving #SeniorCare #CareCoordination

Caregiving for someone with dementia is meaningful work. It can also be overwhelming, exhausting, and emotionally hard on even the most patient days. When frustration surfaces, having a few grounding tools can make a real difference, for you and for your loved one. Compania's Lead Caregiver Coach, Alexandra Kaplan, shares three practical ways to stay calm in the moment. Read the full post: https://hubs.ly/Q04p2-1F0 #CaregiverSupport #Compania #InstituteOnAging #DementiaCare #CaregiverCoaching #AgingWell

Summer can be a lonely time for older adults, especially when family gatherings aren't possible, or when distance makes connection harder. Institute on Aging's Friendship Line is a free, 24/7 call line offering emotional support, compassionate conversation, and a caring voice whenever it's needed most. Because everyone deserves someone to talk to. 📞 888.670.1360 #FriendshipLine #InstituteOnAging #ElderCare #SeniorSupport #MentalHealthSupport #SocialConnection

When a parent needs more help at home, families often step in, and quickly find themselves stretched thin. Institute on Aging's Support at Home provides personalized, non-medical in-home care so older adults can stay safe and comfortable at home, and the families who love them can breathe a little easier. Learn more about Support at Home: https://hubs.ly/Q04nBH-b0 #SupportAtHome #InstituteOnAging #HomeCare #FamilyCaregiving #AgingInPlace

What happens when the caregiver becomes the one who needs care? Institute on Aging's Chief Marketing Officer, Chris Wallner, spent years as the primary caregiver for both of his parents. During that time, he wrote something deeply personal, a message to himself for the day he might need care too. It's a reflection on trust, independence, and what caregiving really asks of all of us. On both sides of the relationship. Read his story: https://hubs.ly/Q04p2nbn0 #Caregiving #FamilyCaregiving #AgingWell #InstituteOnAging #Compania #CaregiverSupport

Some of the most meaningful moments in a family happen quietly, a phone call, a shared meal, a hand on a shoulder. At Institute on Aging, we believe families deserve support that meets them where they are. Whether you're navigating a new diagnosis, managing care from a distance, or simply trying to make sure a loved one is okay, IOA is here. Explore how we can support your family: https://hubs.ly/Q04nB6P50 #InstituteOnAging #FamilyCaregiving #AgingWell #SeniorCare