Aging Resources

Helen Sanderson Associates–End of Life Care [External link]

Progress for Providers – End of Life Checking your progress in delivering personalised support at end of life

Health Education and the Elderly [External link]

Web page from the National Institute on Aging listing health topics from A-Z

Justice in Aging is Person-centered [External link]

Blog post about aging and person-centered planning

Justice in Aging Person-centered Planning Brief [External link]

Person-centered planning (PCP) is now almost universally understood as a necessary component of an effective delivery system for long-term services and supports (LTSS). Done well, person-centered planning can ensure greater independence and a better quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities receiving LTSS

Person-centered Thinking: Improving the Quality of Person-Centered Planning [External link]

Manual for person-centered planning facilitators

Age and Disabilities Odyssey Conference [External link]

This forum brings together trusted sources on aging and disability services for Minnesotans. It offers opportunities to learn and connect through story-sharing and celebration. You'll end up feeling inspired, validated and ready to dig in.

Mental Health and Aging in America [External link]

First of two briefs released by the CDC focused on the mental health of older adults in the United States.

National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals–Aging with Dignity: Direct Support Professionals Supporting Individuals and Families in the Process [External link]

Issue of the publication Frontline Initiative about later life supports

Star Tribune Article Describing Person-Centered Practices and Positive Behavior Support [External link]

Newspaper article about findings that listening to elderly cuts use of costly medications

Minnesota Department of Human Services for Seniors [External link]

MN DHS resources related to seniors