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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD)
@lacountyad.bsky.social
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AD provides services and supports through thoughtful action, compassion, and intention.   We are committed to ensuring that older and dependent adults, as well as people with disabilities live with dignity and independence.
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 8h
Big thanks to the #CountyofLA Productivity & Quality Awards for recognizing #LACountyAD with four awards this year.

We’re proud of the work our team does—alongside our partners—to support older adults and people with disabilities across L.A. County!

#PQA2025 #CommunityFirst #CountyStrong
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 4d
@countyofla.bsky.social marked 7 years of its life-saving L.A. Found program with the launch of new smartwatch tech to help caregivers watch over loved ones with cognitive conditions.

Joining the event: @supjanicehahn.bsky.social, #LASDHQ, and program participants.

#dementia #autism #smartwatch
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 4d
Thanks @cbsnews.com.web.brid.gy @cbsnews.com & @kcal9news.bsky.social for highlighting how @countyofla.bsky.social, @supjanicehahn.bsky.social, & the #LAFound program prevent tragedies & reunite families when someone with a cognitive impairment wanders off.

www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/v...
LA Found program launches new GPS technology to help locate people who wander
Los Angeles County and the LA Found program are providing tracking technology for people with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or autism.
www.cbsnews.com
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 7d
🌧️ Rain is expected across #LACounty starting tonight (Monday) through Tues, Oct 14. Areas near recent burn scars may be at risk for debris flows.

Stay safe:
✔️ Prepare: ready.lacounty.gov/rain
✔️ Get emergency alerts: alert.lacounty.gov

#StaySafe #EmergencyPreparedness
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 7d
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we acknowledge the deep knowledge, traditions, and care that Indigenous communities have carried across generations.

We especially recognize the vital role of older adults and people with disabilities who continue to lead, teach, and inspire.
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 8d
This #NDEAM, we amplify the voices leading change across #LACounty.

#LACCOD Commissioners are reshaping what disability inclusion looks like—from policy to everyday practice.

From barriers to breakthroughs—Los Angeles County disability leaders are sharing what real inclusion looks like.
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 9d
1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men experience domestic violence & impacts people across all communities. Let’s raise awareness, stand with survivors, and break the silence.

🎥 Learn more: youtube.com/watch?v=SWv7fDCJxuU
Resources: https://ow.ly/654k50X4H4f

#DVAM #SupportSurvivors #EndDV

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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 10d
Disability isn’t to hide, fix, or pity. It’s identity, pride, and power.
This #NDEAM we join Easterseals Southern California to say:
D1$#B1LtY IS NOT A DIRTY WORD.

Let’s challenge ableism & build workplaces with equity and access.

#NDEAM #AccessForAll #InclusionMatters
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 11d
Today is #AgeismAwarenessDay.

Aging is not a problem—it’s a lifelong experience that unites us.

Let’s break stereotypes and work toward age-inclusive communities.

Learn more at #AmericanSocietyOnAging:
https://ow.ly/3REo50X4HWm

#EndAgeism #InclusionMatters #EmbraceExperience

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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 12d
October is National Long-Term Care Planning Month & Long-Term Care Residents’ Rights Month.

3 out of 4 Americans over 65 will need long-term care at some point.

Let’s stand together to protect the rights of those in care.

If you suspect elder abuse, please report it:
📞 1-877-477-3646

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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 13d
Looking for career opportunities or talented employees? Join the 10th Annual Disability Employer Awareness Month Job Fair!

📅 Oct 16 | 10am-1pm
📍 Hollywood WorkSource Center, LA

RSVP by Oct 10: https://ow.ly/Lc1E50X4GGR

#DisabilityEmployment #InclusionWorks #JobFair #InclusionMatters
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 14d
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 14d
Oct 6 is #WorldCerebralPalsyDay—a time to celebrate the 50M-strong CP community and push for a more inclusive world.

People with CP live, work, create, and thrive—but still face real barriers.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/wnxX50X4HzZ

#UniqueAndUnited #CerebralPalsyAwareness #CPStrong

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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 15d
Filipino Americans have been part of U.S. history since 1587—33 years before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock.

This #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth, we celebrate the culture, history & contributions of the 4.6M+ Filipinos in the U.S.—including 500K in the #CountyofLA.
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 16d
1 in 8 U.S. women will face breast cancer in their lifetime.

This #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, take time to learn your risk—and what lifestyle changes may help protect your health.

More from the Mayo Clinic: https://ow.ly/3a8h50X4GSu

#EarlyDetection #WomensHealth
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 17d
October is #DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth — a time to celebrate the unique abilities, incredible potential, and achievements of individuals with Down syndrome.

Let’s break down barriers &support inclusion!

Learn more at https://ndss.org

#DownSyndrome #InclusionMatters
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 18d
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month #NDEAM— a time to celebrate the value workers with disabilities bring to the workforce.

Inclusion shouldn't last just one month.

Ideas for year-round action from the U.S. Department of Labor: https://ow.ly/8Iay50X4G60

#InclusionWorks
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 18d
Silver Alert - Los Angeles County. Last seen: Canby Avenue and Wyandotte Street, Reseda.
If seen, call 9-1-1.
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 19d
Altadena’s Satellite Senior Center is at the heart of the #EatonFire recovery effort, providing activities, resources, and meals for over 900 seniors.
#LACounty4AD #lacountyparks

#LAStrong #Recovery

Check out this video:

https://youtu.be/DOFejU8za_E?si=scADiWnhsSryS5EI
18 reactions · 7 comments | Altadena’s Satellite Senior Center is at the heart of the #EatonFire recovery effort, providing activities, resources, and meals for over 900 seniors. #LAStrong #Recovery L.A. County Aging & Disabilities Department County of Los Angeles Department of Parks &...
Altadena’s Satellite Senior Center is at the heart of the #EatonFire recovery effort, providing activities, resources, and meals for over 900 seniors. #LAStrong #Recovery L.A. County Aging &...
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 19d
October is #AgeismAwarenessMonth. Ageism hurts individuals and society—costing the U.S. $850B in lost GDP (AARP).

Let’s celebrate the contributions of older adults and build age-inclusive communities.

#TalkAboutAgeism #EndAgeism #AWorldForAllAges
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 20d
✨ National #HispanicHeritageMonth (Sept 15–Oct 15) celebrates Hispanic and Latino history, culture & contributions.

Over 65 million Americans are Hispanic, per @us.censusbureau
https://ow.ly/t9FA50WMVSa

#HHM #HispanicCulture #HispanicPride #LatinoVoices #SomosLA #LACountyAD
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 21d
🌤️ Small gestures. Big impact.
At Centro Maravilla, Nathan Lehman ensures older adults feel seen, supported & never alone.

👉 Read his story + explore the campaign:
🔗 ad.lacounty.gov/about-us/campaigns/senior-center-month-2025

#PoweringPossibilities #EverydayExplorers #CenterVoices #LACountyAD
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 22d
🧭 Curiosity. Compassion. Creativity.

At Altadena Center, Deborah Riggin helps turn resilience into joy—and hardship into hope.
👉 Read her story + watch the video: youtu.be/7wyeEkVXZks

#SeniorCenterMonth #PoweringPossibilities #EverydayExplorers #CenterVoices #LACountyAD
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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 24d
💞 Community is family.
At Asian Community Service Center, Lilia Andres nurtures hope, trust & support for older adults. 👉 Read her story.

🎥 Watch Everyday Explorers: Live Boldly youtu.be/7wyeEkVXZks

#SeniorCenterMonth #PoweringPossibilities #EverydayExplorers #LACountyAD
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