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Working for strong schools, safe streets and smart development in my local community as well as the state of Maryland and America. Supporting legislation that can transform the lives of marginalized communities (black/brown people girls/women disabled/elderly). I believe that one person can make a difference!

Monday, February 05, 2024

Maryland Governor Wes Moore's Longevity Ready Initiative

"Aging is changing across the country, and Maryland is no exception. Maryland's diverse 60-plus population is projected to grow faster than any other age group. By 2035, and for the first time in Maryland’s history, there will be nearly 2.1 million adults 60 and over compared to 1.6 million children under the age of 19. "

As a result of these changing demographics Governor Moore has instructed the Maryland Department of Aging to create aging friendly policies.  Clickon the link below to read more about it.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore's Longevity Ready Initiative 

Saturday, January 06, 2024

Racism in Healhcare delivery can KILL

Sunday, October 29, 2023

A new way og aging for Baby Boomers. Are you ready for the challenge?

 The author of this article challenges Baby Boomers to redefine aging, A Baby Boomer Puts His Generation On Notice

Thursday, August 17, 2023

Click on this link to read about a SCOTUS case dealing with Accessible Hotels  can be difficult to locate and then to find that the room you are does not conform to ADA standards can be very disturbing, what can you do? 

Wednesday, July 19, 2023

 Guardianship vs. Supported Decision-making is not just an issue that involves older people, if someone has a disability they may be faced with a guaradianship. Remember folks like Brittany Spears and Mickey Rooney. What can you do to help you or your family, friends and colleagues avoid guardianship?

Listen to my colleague Professor Nina Kohn discuss this with Juan Williams the chair of the American Bar Association's Civil Rights Section. This is a civil rights issue that could be in your future if you do not plan ahead!
Click here to view video

Thursday, January 19, 2023

CMS ro increase oversight of the use of Anti-Paychotic Drugs at nursing homes

 Anti-Psychotic drug use in nursing homes`will receive more scrutiney.


“President Biden issued a call to action to improve the quality of America’s nursing homes, and HHS is taking action so that seniors, people with disabilities, and others living in nursing homes receive the highest quality care,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “No nursing home resident should be improperly diagnosed with schizophrenia or given an inappropriate antipsychotic. The steps we are taking today will help prevent these errors and give families peace of mind.”

Tuesday, November 15, 2022

WIDESPREAD MISCONDUCT FOUND AMONG PROVIDERS OF MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS!

 The Open Enrollment period for Medicare happens every year; but it has gotten increasingly stressful for older Americans because of deceitful and coersive marketing by some healthcare providers trying to bulkup their membership rolls. Click on the link for details:

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE MISCONDUCT