According to a Population Reference Bureau Report, there were 46 million Americans age 65 and over in 2016. That number is expected to increase to 98 million by 2060, making seniors almost 24% of the U.S. population. This demographic is growing increasingly diverse; only 56% of this population is estimated to identify as white 2060.
Description: “Culture Cues” is a compilation of 2-page PDFs for clinicians informing them how different cultures perceive illness, how medical decisions are made, their norms about touch and how they contend with terminal illness. Populations addressed include Albanians, Chinese, Korean, Latinos, Russians, Somali, Vietnamese and people with hearing impairments. End-of-life suggestions are provided for Latinos, Russians and Vietnamese.
Culturally Sensitive Dementia Care PDF
Description: This PDF outlines strategies for providing culturally competent dementia care. When working with this population, it is important not only to understand the client’s culture, language, background, etc., but also the client’s current reality.
A Toolkit for Serving Diverse Communities PDF
Description: This PDF outlines a four step process for creating culturally competent services for the increasingly diverse aging population. The four steps for organizations include assessment, identifying resources in the community, designing services, and program evaluation.
Description: This site offers a variety of quick reference sheets including but not limited to basic demographic information, why people are homeless, and ways to help. They also offer guides for specific homeless socio-demographic groups, specifically homelessness among elderly people.
Description: AGE serves aging populations as well as their families and caregivers. AGE programs include adult day healthcare centers, early memory loss support, and caregiver support, training, and education.
Description: ARCIL provides services to promote independent living for individuals with disabilities and their families. Programs include Transition Services, which provides classes and transportation to empower individuals to become more autonomous. ARCIL also offers the Home By Choice Program, which provides in home health care, case management, and home accommodations to allow individuals with disabilities to live independently or with family.
Description: Austin Parks and Recreation has a number of services and facilities for seniors. The department has three senior centers with transportation and a meal program.