Continuing Education Opportunities

Understanding the 2026 Elder Law Updates: A Guide for Senior Caregivers

Elder Abuse Statistics in 2026

The Guardian: ‘Keeps me grateful’: how volunteering can help older adults

WEBINARS

Staying Safe from Elder Abuse and Scams

The Pros and Cons of Virtual vs. In-Person Interaction for Older Adults

Seniors and Behavioral Health Challenges

“Never believe that a few caring people can't change the world. For, indeed, that's all who ever have."

~ Margaret Mead

Looking Ahead

4/1/2026

CAC Activity Reports Due

4/19-25/2026

Volunteer Appreciation Week

May 2026

Older Americans Month

6/15/2026

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day

CAC Activity Report Reminder

7/1/2026

Due: 3rd Quarter Reports

10/1/2026

Due: 4th Quarter Reports

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event Reminder

6/11/2026

Please join us at the Central Pines Regional Council office on June 11th. Registration begins at 9:30 am. We look forward to seeing you all there!

To highlight some history of the Older Americans Act, which supports a wide array of programs and services for older adults and caregivers.

Congress enacted the Older Americans Act in 1965. The OAA's general mission is to help older adults maintain maximum independence in their homes and communities. In some cases, not all older adults remain in their homes; some move to facilities.

Congress then established the Ombudsman Program, which solely focuses on the needs of individuals living in long-term care facilities.

What year did Congress establish the Ombudsman Program?

Click here to be directed to the site. Then click "Read the Primer" at the bottom of the paragraph. Once redirected to the article, the answer can be found on page 8.

Take some time and explore the rest of this article. There is a lot of good information!

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Deeper Dive

Residents' Rights

Each issue will highlight a different Resident's Right.

See below for a Deeper Dive into Residents' Right #1 for Nursing Homes!

1) To be treated with consideration, respect, and full recognition of personal dignity and individuality.

Why This Right Matters

Residents must be treated with dignity, consideration, and respect, allowing them to maintain their individuality.

Residents have the right to a clean, safe, comfortable, and home-like environment, including the right to keep personal belongings.

Residents have the right to make personal decisions regarding schedules such as sleep/wake times, clothes, and daily activities.

April 2026 ISSUE 18

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