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Through a grant from the CDC Foundation, the National Indian Council on Aging has embarked upon a campaign, Connected Indigenous Elders, to highlight the issues with social isolation and loneliness among American Indian and Alaska Native elders, which was heightened during COVID-19.
Read the news release about the Connected Indigenous Elders campaign or view photos.
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Other hashtags used during the campaign include: #indigenouselders #myIndigenousselfcare #youthandIndigenouselders #triballeadership
Special thanks to our media partner Native News Online.net
View and listen to the PSAs.
Caregivers many times are family members who take care of a parent, spouse, sick relative or friend. They take on added responsibilities when caring for a loved one, sometimes neglecting themselves. Remember, you are not alone. This PSA, which is part of NICOA’s #ConnectedIndigenousElders campaign highlighting social isolation and caregiving issues in Indigenous communities, acknowledges caregivers and encourages self-care. For more information, go to www.connectedindigenouselders.org.
This 60-second PSA is part of our #ConnectedIndigenousElders campaign targeting elder social isolation and loneliness funded by the CDC Foundation. Elders, you are not alone. There are resources available for you to help keep you healthy and active. For more information, go to www.connectedindigenouselders.org.
This 60-second PSA is part of our #ConnectedIndigenousElders campaign targeting elder social isolation and loneliness funded by the CDC Foundation. Tribal leaders have great responsibilities in our communities, including ensuring that our elders are safe and protected as they are the culture keepers. Tribal leaders can also create programs or policies for elders for further support and protection, and for their caregivers to ensure that those who care for elders have adequate leave from work or other support. Find out more how tribal leaders can further support elders and caregivers, go to www.connectedindigenouselders.org.
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Kim Baca | 505-270-3890 | kim@kbacaconsulting.com
About NICOA
The National Indian Council on Aging (NICOA) is a 45-year-old nonprofit based in Albuquerque, NM that advocates for improved comprehensive health, social services and economic wellbeing of American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) elders. To find out more, go to www.nicoa.org.
