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Shane Ersland
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Senior Reporter, State of Reform
Washington
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Homelessness, Housing, Demographics , Health Equity, Redistricting , Mental Health, Federal Funding
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By Shane Ersland Verified| State of Reform Verified Advocates discussed their support for a proposed department for community aging in Minnesota during a Legislative Task Force on Aging meeting on Wednesday. Kristine Sundberg, executive director of Elder Voice Advocates, said a department of community aging is needed to coordinate initiatives aiming to help older Minnesotans live healthier lives. "The reason we're here today is to address a critical issue that stems from deeply-ingrained ageist attitudes in our society," Sundberg said.
By Shane Ersland Verified| State of Reform Verified The Minnesota Leadership Council on Aging is working to improve the public's understanding of what aging means and end ageism. Council Executive Director Adam Suomala said the way many policymakers approach aging isn't working. "We're living longer, healthier lives in Minnesota," Suomala said. "But the people we interact with hold deeply negative beliefs about aging. Folks go to great lengths to avoid conversations about aging. We rarely use terms like 'we' or 'us' when we talk about aging.
By Shane Ersland Verified| State of Reform Verified Advocates discussed their support for a proposed department for community aging in Minnesota during a Legislative Task Force on Aging meeting on Wednesday. Kristine Sundberg, executive director of Elder Voice Advocates, said a department of community aging is needed to coordinate initiatives aiming to help older Minnesotans live healthier lives. "The reason we're here today is to address a critical issue that stems from deeply-ingrained ageist attitudes in our society," Sundberg said.
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State of Reform
State of Reform is an organization focused on connecting healthcare and health policy. Founded in 2011, it provides a platform for various stakeholders, including healthcare providers, health plans, and lawmakers, to engage in non-partisan discussions aimed at enhancing the healthcare system. The organization is dedicated to fostering collaboration and meaningful reform in health policy through its conferences and thought leadership content. State of Reform hosts over 20 annual health policy conferences across multiple states, such as Hawaii and Illinois. These events bring together senior market executives and health policy leaders to discuss critical issues in the healthcare sector. Additionally, the organization produces content that highlights important topics in state health policy, encouraging collaboration among stakeholders. It also offers sponsorship opportunities for companies looking to connect with leaders in the healthcare field. With a commitment to non-partisanship, collaboration, inclusivity, and issue illumination, State of Reform plays a vital role in facilitating discussions and solutions to improve the healthcare system.
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Founded: 2010