I am reaching out to invite your assisted living community to participate in a federally funded research study, the Worksite Heart Health Improvement Project + Function Focused Care (WHHIP+FFC). The goal of this study is to evaluate a program designed to reduce staff stress, increase physical activity, and improve workplace outcomes, while also examining the […] Read More
Dear Stakeholders, All employers with at least one employee localized in Maryland are required to register with FAMLI. Registration is the first step to being in compliance and making sure you’re prepared for next steps, including inviting other team members to join your FAMLI account. It’s important to note that only an Authorized Officer can complete the […] Read More
More than one in four older adults fall each year, and most fall prevention programs still catch decline only after it shows up. HealthPro Heritage is changing that equation, pairing licensed therapists with AI-powered gait and balance assessment through a partnership with Exer AI, so risk gets flagged earlier and care plans are built around […] Read More
Maryland Secretary of Aging Carmel Roques Joins Global Summit to Champion Healthy Longevity Longevity Summit Explores Closing the Gap Between Healthspan and Lifespan Through Science, Innovation, and Integrated Community-Based Care BALTIMORE, MD — Today, the Maryland Department of Aging Secretary Carmel Roques joins global thought leaders, scientists, and forward-thinking aging services professionals at the AgingIN Longevity Summit in […] Read More
The CNA/GNA Apprenticeship program allows students to begin a meaningful healthcare career while still in high school, building the skills and credentials needed for long term success in the field.Through an earn and learn model, students participate in paid, on the job training in long term care settings, complete required related instruction leading to CNA […] Read More
Data submission for AHRQ’s Surveys on Patient Safety Culture® (SOPS®) Nursing Home Survey will be open September 1-18. Nursing homes that have administered the SOPS Nursing Home Survey (Version 2.0 or Version 1.0) between Nov. 1, 2024, and Sept. 18, 2026 may voluntarily submit their most recent results. The SOPS Nursing Home Survey is a valuable […] Read More
For Immediate ReleaseJuly 28, 2026 Maryland Earns Official AARP Age-Friendly State Designation Milestone Achievement Follows Passage of the Longevity Ready Maryland Act, Solidifying the State’s Commitment to Ensure All Marylanders Can Age with Dignity BALTIMORE, MD — Today, the Maryland Department of Aging proudly announced that AARP has officially designated Maryland as an Age-Friendly State. This prestigious […] Read More