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Economic Disparities Between Whites and Minorities Persist in Retirement, Says Study

New research from the LTSS Center details large differences in the value of assets held by white, black and Hispanic older adults....

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Reducing Elderspeak in Nursing Homes

LTSS Center researchers are helping the University of Kansas School of Nursing pilot test an online training program to enhance communication in nursing homes....

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Study Examines Influence of Consumer Panels on Medicare-Medicaid Plans

Researchers found that consumer advisory councils at Medicare-Medicaid Plans focused most on member benefits, coordination of care, and delivery of services....

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Evaluating a Workforce Training Program Focusing on Ageism

A new study will evaluate whether a video-based training program on ageism has any effect on workers’ self-reported attitudes about aging, and their behaviors, job satisfaction, and intent to leave the job....

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Bringing Service Coordination Home in Rural Ohio

Service coordinators at National Church Residences sip tea and chat on front porches while connecting rural elders with home-based services....

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2018 Research Highlights

It’s been a busy year for the LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston. Here’s an overview of our accomplishments during 2018....

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LeadingAge and UMass Boston Unveil New Research Website

The LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston today established its digital presence on the Internet by unveiling its new website: www.LTSScenter.org....

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Does Substance Abuse Counseling Improve Rehab Outcomes?

LTSS Center researchers are taking a close look at the Geriatric Substance Abuse Recovery Program at The New Jewish Home, a LeadingAge member in New York....

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New Project Will Focus on the Universal Home Care Professional

The LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston is exploring the training and policy infrastructure necessary to develop a new universal home care worker family of occupations that could address the increasing demand for home care workers....

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How States are Exploring Public Social Insurance Options to Meet LTSS Needs

Several states are exploring various types of public social insurance plans to assist families caring for people with a need for long-term services and supports (LTSS), and to support providers of such services. Marc Cohen, co-director of the LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston and an expert on long-term care financing,…...

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