Category Archives: In The News
2013 Facts & Figures Released
This week, the Alzheimer’s Association 2013 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts & Figures were released. This annual report highlights important information on the current prevalence, future risk, mortality, the use and costs of health and long-term care, and caregiving. Key findings from … Continue reading
Financial & Human Impacts of Alzheimer’s Outlined in 2012 Facts & Figures
Today, the Alzheimer’s Association released it’s 2012 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts & Figures report. The report outlines both the financial and human impact of the disease to the nation, including: Over 5.4 million Americans are living with the disease, with another … Continue reading
Settlement Reached to Preserve Adult Day Health Care
Today it was announced that the Adult Day Health Care program has been saved from elimination in December. In a settlement between plaintiffs and the Department of Health Care Services, the Adult Day Health Care program will continue through February … Continue reading
Governor Brown Vetoes AB 96
This afternoon, Governor Brown vetoed AB 96, a bill advocates argued would provide a critical new program, Keeping Adults Free from Institutions, to replace the Adult Day Health Care program. The Governor’s veto comes despite efforts by the Democratic leadership … Continue reading
CALL GOVERNOR BROWN TODAY TO KEEP ADHC ALIVE
A massive grassroots outpouring of support is needed ASAP if we are to save Adult Day Health Care Contact Governor Brown’s office by the end of the day Thursday, June 30th, at (916) 445-2841 and ask him to: 1. Sign … Continue reading
6/16/11 – BREAKING NEWS: Governor Brown vetoes budget bills
Less than 24-hours after the legislature passed budget bills AB 98 and SB 69, Governor Brown vetoed them, saying “unfortunately, the budget I received is not a balanced solution.” The Governor, also citing budget gimmicks and one-time solutions, said he … Continue reading
Contra Coste Times – Seniors, disabled in budget cross hairs
On Sunday, May 22nd, the Contra Costa Times ran an important article examining the value of adult day health care (ADHC) and Governor Brown’s ongoing attempts to eliminate the program in the name of budget savings. The article includes the … Continue reading
Sacramento Bee highlights Alzheimer’s diagnoses progress and issues
Yesterday, May 8th, 2011, The Sacramento Bee wrote an article highlighting promising developments in Alzheimer’s diagnoses. You can read the full article here.
San Francisco Chronicle Reports on the Value of Adult Day Health Care
On Monday, February 7th, the San Francisco Chronicle ran an article on Adult Day Health Care (ADHC). ADHCs have been proposed for total elimination in Governor Brown’s 2011-2012 budget. The article outlined the value of ADHCs for elderly Californians, described … Continue reading
Bi-Partisan Opposition to Proposed Cuts to In-Home Supportive Services
On Thursday, January 27th, seven members of the Legislature, including Republicans and Democrats, announced their opposition to Governor Brown’s proposed $500 million reduction to In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) at a rally on the Capitol steps. The members included: Senator Juan … Continue reading
