If you are active in the social services or political action fields concerning issues that affect the aged members of our society. you may be interested to attend these upcoming programs.The White House Conference on Aging is holding three regional forums in New Jersey this year – Friday May 12th in East Windsor, Wednesday June 10th in Cherry Hill, and Friday June 26th in Whippany. See attached flyer. There will be four break-out sessions, on Retirement Security; Health Aging; Long-terms care services, and elder justice /fraud, abuse and neglect. Advance registration is encouraged – call 609-421-0206. In addition, the New Jersey Foundation for Aging is having its 17th Annual Conference on Wednesday June 3rd in Jamesburg. The Foundation addresses economic issues that affect the poor elderly and implements policy initiatives and legislative efforts.
There are many opportunities to put your volunteer energy to work for our elders. These presentations will no doubt be lively and engaging across a broad spectrum of advocates and aging issues.