May is a special time as we celebrate Older Americans Month. This year’s theme is “Flip the Script on Aging,” focusing on how society perceives and approaches aging. The Alaska Commission on Aging (ACoA) is highlighting senior issues throughout the month on our Facebook page. We invite you to follow us for daily updates on activities and issues affecting seniors across Alaska. Staying connected is easy: simply search for "Alaska Commission on Aging" on Facebook.
Save the date! Monday, May 12 from noon to 1 p.m. the American Aging Association is hosting a free public lecture on advances in aging research in the Tikahtnu Ballroom, third floor of the Dena’ina Center, 600 W. Seventh Ave., in Anchorage. This is a special, one-time event. No registration required. Learn about the research on why the body ages and how we can slow aging to extend the period of good health. Featuring Daniel Promislow of Tufts University, principal investigator of the NIH-funded Dog Aging Project. Promislow has worked on the biology of aging for more than 30 years. Visit www.americanagingassociation.org to learn more about the organization. Stay tuned on the ACoA’s Facebook page for event updates.
Understanding senior trends in Alaska
Are you curious about the latest data on Alaska's senior population? The ACoA recently released the "Senior Snapshot 2024," a comprehensive report filled with data and insights. To request a copy, call us at 907-465-3250 or email us at hss.acoa@alaska.gov. This report is a valuable resource for understanding the trends and challenges facing seniors in our state.
Share your thoughts with the ACoA
The Alaska Commission on Aging invites you to participate in its quarterly meeting on Tuesday, May 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. via Zoom. A public comment period is scheduled for 1:15 p.m., providing an opportunity for you to express your thoughts and concerns. To join the meeting, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83876760818 or call 253-215-8782 (Meeting ID: 885 7510 0686). For assistance or to request accommodations, please call 907-465-3250.
