Our 2018 presenting sponsor
RECENT EVENTS
FOURTH ANNUAL AWARDS LUNCHEON
Honoring Work that Matters for Seniors
On May 8, over 100 people came out from all over the state (including Block Island!) to honor three accomplished individuals who have done great work toward improving the quality of life of older Rhode Islanders. The honorees were: Kathy McKeon, Cy O’Neil, and Linda Katz.
Kathy McKeon is the Supervisor of Catholic Social Services of RI, and has been a long-time leader in promoting innovation in respite care for caregivers. Cy O’Neil is a founder and the Past President of The Providence Village, a model nonprofit community-based network of support to seniors who wish to remain in their own homes and communities as they age. Linda Katz is the co-founder and current Policy Director of the Economic Progress Institute, an expert source for information on budget and policy issues impacting older Rhode Islanders.
THANK YOU!
We are very grateful to our Presenting Sponsor Neighborhood Health Plan of RI. We thank our Collaborating Sponsors Catholic Social Services of RI and United Healthcare, and Supporting Sponsors Healthcentric Advisors, St. Elizabeth Community and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse for their generous participation in this event.
Volunteers Anne Mulhall, Joan Flynn, and Michael Moore helped pull it all together for us.
We thank you all!
honorees and others
Honoree Kathy McKeon speaking about the Carebreaks and other programs at Catholic Social Services.
Earlier this year
Legislative Forum on Senior Issues Sets 2018 Agenda for RI Seniors
On March 6, 386 seniors from all over the state crowded into the Grand Ballroom at the Crowne Plaza to weigh in on legislative issues for 2018. The Senior Agenda's priorities for the year are, in order:
- a better state information system,
- increased funding for senior centers,
- making RIPTA No-Fare Bus passes permanent;
- more support for family and volunteer caregivers;
- and eliminating Medicare Part B premiums for low-income seniors.
Community members spoke eloquently about their personal experiences with senior centers and caregiving challenges.
Speaker of the House Nicholas Mattiello and Senate President
Dominick Ruggerio pledged their support for RIPTA No-Fare bus pass and senior center funding.
John Grimes spoke about the importance of respite care for caregivers.
Members of the Leon Mathieu Senior Center in Pawtucket.
Members of the Cranston Senior Center with Speaker of the House Nicholas Mattiello and Senate President
Dominick Ruggerio.
Karen Mensel spoke about expanding Temporary Caregiver Insurance.
From left, Representative Deb Ruggiero and Maureen Maigret listen to presentations.