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The Coordinating Center’s We Are Stronger Together Blog, was launched on January 3, 2023, to kick off The Coordinating Center’s 40th Anniversary. This monthly blog series will highlight how The Coordinating Center’s committed to its mission: to partner with people of all ages and abilities and those who support them in the community to achieve their aspirations for independence, health, and a meaningful community life. Learn more about our programs and services and the people we are privileged to serve.
By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, occurring annually one week before Thanksgiving (November 13 to 21 this year), sheds light on the challenges faced...
By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships and Sherell Townes, Program Director, Coordination of Community Services for DDA October this year holds special significance, as it commemorates the 50th anniversary of...
September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month, designated by Congress to help focus attention on the need for research and treatment of sickle cell disease. We recently sat down with...
By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships and External Affairs At The Coordinating Center, we understand the importance of comprehensive care and support for individuals and families. This month, as we...
By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships & External Affairs July is National Social Wellness Month—a time to reflect on the profound impact of social interaction and its transformative effects on...
June is Children’s Awareness Month By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships & External Affairs Did you know that the word ‘June’ relates to ‘children?’ It is derived from the Latin...
May Is Mental Health Month! By: Renée Dain, SVP, Strategic Partnerships & External Affairs Since 1949, Mental Health America (MHA), its affiliates, and countless others have observed May as Mental...
April, World Autism Month and National Autism Acceptance Month (previously named Autism Awareness Month) is a time to publicly celebrate and promote acceptance of Autism, the fastest-growing developmental disability in...
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life, and the barriers that people...
February 28th is recognized globally as Rare Disease Day. With nearly 7,000 known diseases worldwide, many without treatment and over 300 million people worldwide living with rare diseases, Rare Disease...
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We are excited to share that Sharyn King, Senior Vice President, Population Health, The Coordinating Center presented at the National Home and Community Based Services Conference jointly with CMS, the Maryland Department of Health, MDH, and the Louisiana Department of Health held August 18-22, 2024, in Baltimore, MD. CMS’s presented Medicaid Strategies for Effectively Supporting Individuals with Complex Support Needs.
Dawnn Williams and Nicole Walsh-Meadows, MDH, presented Effectively Supporting Individuals with Complex Medical Needs Through Case Management about Model Waiver and REM Programs. Sharyn presented about case management for these programs. The session garnered an impressive turnout with over 300 attendees since the session was highlighted in the Plenary by Daniel Tsai, Deputy Administrator and Director of Medicaid and CHIP Services at CMS, and showcasing the significant interest and need for effective case management strategies in the field.
#Community #CMS #CaseManagment #NonProfit #MDH
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Happy BACK TO SCHOOL - this reminder is super important!
Fill out this Emergency Contact Card for each family member to keep in their wallet or backpack: bit.ly/3xeZTtJAs the kids head back to school, make sure you are able to communicate with them during a disaster or emergency. Have a family communication plan ready.
Fill out this Emergency Contact Card for each family member to keep in their wallet or backpack: bit.ly/3xeZTtJ
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Happy #NationalSeniorCitizensDay! 🎉
Founded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988, this day celebrates the 40.3 million seniors in the U.S., many of whom remain active and independent. Here are some great ways to honor them:
1. Spend Time with Loved Ones: Visit elderly family members or friends to brighten their day and combat isolation.
2. Visit Nursing Homes: Bring joy to seniors in local care facilities by spending time with them or bringing small gifts.
3. Take Advantage of Discounts: Encourage seniors to enjoy special savings at businesses and remember to ask about unadvertised discounts.
4. Start a Family History Project: Learn from your senior loved ones’ stories and create a family memory book.
5. Volunteer for Elderly Projects: Help out in your community by assisting with errands, meal delivery, or senior-focused events.
6. Host a Celebration: Organize a party or luncheon in their honor with their favorite foods and activities.
Celebrate the wisdom and contributions of our seniors today!
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Grab your favorite beverage – coffee – tea – lemonade and join us this Friday, August 16th! Take this opportunity to learn more about The Center, discuss topics of interest to YOU, and share your experiences.
Register Here: coordinatingcenter-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rcOmvrzoqEtwi01F3c4IFvOggwdIiyXAK
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🎬🍿 We're halfway through our Regal Fundraising Campaign for The Coordinating Center, which means there are only 13 more days to support our cause and catch the latest movies on the big screen! The Coordinating Center Regal Movie Ticket Bundles offer a fantastic way to see the newest releases, such as Inside Out 2, before it leaves theaters. Don't miss out—grab your tickets today and support a great cause! 🎟️✨
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