Creating a Multisector Plan for Aging in Tennessee Symposium Recap
Multisector Plans for Aging (MPAs) are transforming systems of care in many states across the country. Tennessee is one of ten states participating in a National Learning Collaborative to lay the groundwork for creating a Multisector Plan for Aging for our state. On Friday, May 12, 2023, The West End Home Foundation and AARP Tennessee hosted a Symposium bringing together a diverse group of community members to learn about the structure of these plans, their impact in other states, and the status of the multisector planning process in Tennessee.
Recent News
January 2023 Grant Awards Announced
The West End Home Foundation has announced grant awards in the amount of $1.9 million for 2023. Thirty-nine nonprofit organizations that serve older adults in Middle Tennessee will receive grant payments in early January. Each year, grant requests far surpass the amount of funding available. According to Dianne Oliver, Executive Director, “the service demands on agencies that deliver programs for older adults are increasing and will continue to increase as our population age 60+ grows. We are very [...]
Internet Safety for Older Tennesseans
The West End Home Foundation kicked off 2023 by co-hosting, with Nashville Public Television, a screening of NPT's new Aging Matters documentary, "Exposing Cyber Threats". The documentary, now airing on public television stations across the state, informs viewers about internet and cell phone threats and scams along with recommendations for ensuring safety and avoiding victimization. The event brought out nearly 80 nonprofit professionals who are part of the robust network of services that help older Tennesseans thrive. The [...]
Creating a Multisector Plan for Aging in Tennessee Symposium Recap
Multisector Plans for Aging (MPAs) are transforming systems of care in many states across the country. Tennessee is one [...]
Grants Awarded to Help Bridge Digital Divide for Older Tennesseans
West End Home Foundation Oversees Distribution of Funds From Court Case August 03, 2022 05:42 PM Eastern Daylight Time NASHVILLE, [...]
Innovations in Aging Symposium
The last two years have seen incredible innovations and collaborations in the non-profit community as organizations have pivoted to serve the [...]
WEHF Honored with 2021 Sage Award
The West End Home Foundation was honored by AgeWell Middle Tennessee in October as a recipient of the 2021 [...]
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