Emily Allen

Senior Vice President, @AARPFoundation – driving progress to improve the lives of older adults with low income.

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@GeronDoc @AARPFoundation Thank you Aisha @GeronDoc! It is good to see everyone at #GSA2022

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Many older LGBTQ adults face difficulties finding welcoming housing as they age. @sageusa shares information on inclusive, affordable housing and long-term care, including the Long-Term Care Equality Index supported by @AARPFoundation #FridayReads https://t.co/QHKRGu07kw

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(🧵3/3) Today's panel led by @RootCauseCo’s Barb Petee looked at solutions to advance nutrition security. I joined @Acenda_AIHI's Melissa Fox, @ChildrensNatl’s @tonyalynnann, and FarmerJawn's Christa Barfield. Let’s solve this cross-generational problem together!

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(🧵 1/3) “Only 37% of eligible older adults are participating in SNAP. This is unacceptable. This benefit program is there and meant to be used in times of need.”

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(🧵 2/3) Following up on the historic @WhiteHouse Conference on Hunger, we’re raising awareness and finding solutions to address hunger in this country at the @USDA’s National Nutrition Security and Healthcare Summit.

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Insightful reporting on the rise of poverty among older adults by @nytimes' @lydiadepillis. Read the article below 👇

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Find out how @AARPFoundation is helping older workers find good jobs: https://t.co/nnpAxkIKW7

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Despite a shortage of workers and a growing need for older adults to extend their working years, too many unemployed older adults find it difficult to find a job due to ageism in hiring. Read the report here: https://t.co/naUxdhIIsc #FridayReads

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We recently filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of residents from six of Alden Group’s facilities. The suit alleges systematic understaffing, abusive practices and neglect. Read more about @AARPFoundation Litigation and the case: https://t.co/xooZQ1gBbS

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These 5 AARP Purpose Prize award winners made an impact. Now you can vote for your favorite! The winner of the AARP Inspire Award receives an additional $10,000 for their founded non-profit. See rules and vote at https://t.co/IzNwzd1J55.

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Last week the @WhiteHouse held its first conference in more than half a century to end hunger and reduce diet-related disease. Learn more about how @AARPFoundation is helping increase food access and affordability for older adults with low income. https://t.co/wL1XEQ4L4D

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I’m excited to see Margaret Lee making a difference in her community with the AARP Foundation Digital Skills@50+ initiative.

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As the National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health comes to an end, I’m thrilled that there’s a growing number of leaders across sectors committed to achieving health equity. Now that we’ve met, let’s get to work! @RootCauseCo @ProMedica @AARPFoundation

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Ready to start day 2 of The Root Cause Coalition annual summit on the social determinants of health. Great cross-sector conversations to achieve health equity. #TRCCSummit22

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(2/2) Today at the National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health, we have an opportunity to work together and take a multigenerational view in how we fight poverty and improve health outcomes in our nation. @RootCauseCo @ProMedica @AARPFoundation
https://t.co/eRMo2asQ8A

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(1/2 🧵) 2 out of 5 Americans say their financial situation is somewhat or much worse than a year ago.

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Help send relief and assistance to the victims of Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Fiona. @AARP and @AARPFoundation will match contributions dollar for dollar, up to a total of $1,000,000, to respond to the needs of those affected.

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I’m so pleased that these important topics are being discussed at the highest levels. Too many older adults are affected by a lack of access to nutritious food, and here at @AARPFoundation, we are committed to helping connect them to the resources they need. #WHConfHungerHealth

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TOMORROW: White House to host first hunger conference in over 50 years releasing playbook to end hunger by 2030. Register now to receive a livestream link to watch the event: https://t.co/jCSD1TIPpY
#WHConfHungerHealth