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COVID-19 for Professionals

Step up and help your organization lead during the pandemic. Learn, adjust, and get the tools and resources you need so you can help older adults stay healthy and protected.

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Key Resources About COVID-19 for Professionals

Get help navigating the pandemic with these resources, including emergency protocols, coverage of testing and treatment, and how to connect with local officials.

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Life has changed so much since the COVID-19 pandemic began spreading in the United States. And each person has a story to tell. We want to hear yours.

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Feb 20, 2021

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Feb 15, 2021

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Jan 11, 2021

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National Coalition on Mental Health & Aging Webinar Series: Pathways to Homelessness among Older Adults with Mental Illness

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Oct 14, 2020

National Coalition on Mental Health and Aging Webinar Series - Older Adult Peer Support in a Time of COVID-19

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Potential Financial Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Older Single-Person Households

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Aug 5, 2020

Potential Financial Impacts of COVID-19 on Older Adults

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Jun 12, 2020

Virtual Classes for Older Adults: Here to Stay

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