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We envision a future where residents are healthy and successful
and where our communities are safe and vibrant. We will strive
to meet and exceed expectations by engaging people and
communities in developing innovative solutions to challenges. We
will be a diverse, learning organization. We will partner with
others to enhance the quality of life in Hennepin County and the region. |
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The Metropolitan
Area Agency on Aging is the designated area
agency on aging for the seven county metropolitan
area. The Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging is a
catalyst in building communities where elders live
with dignity, mutual respect and shared
responsibilities across generations and cultures. |
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Midwest
Geriatric Care Managers Association |
Private Geriatric Care Managers as represented by the Midwest
Geriatric Care Managers Association are professionals with degrees
in the field of human services (social work, psychology,
gerontology) or substantial equivalent (i.e. RN), who are
certified or licensed at the independent practice level in their
state. |
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The Mission of the Minneapolis Area Senior
Workers Association (MASWA) is to develop a multidisciplinary
community of professionals working in the field of aging who are
educated, supported and interconnected so they may improve
services and advocate for older adults. |
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City of Minneapolis Senior
Ombudsman |
The Minneapolis Senior Ombudsman assists a growing, diverse
population of seniors, people with disabilities, new arrivals,
and people in low-income households. Coordinating with agencies,
programs, and professionals both in Minneapolis and beyond the
city limits, the ombudsman provides information and assistance
so that individuals can fully utilize resources that let them
meet their needs and maintain independent living. |
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Padilla Speer Beardsley Inc., a multi-specialty
communications and public relations consulting firm
headquartered in Minneapolis, is helping to organize
and promote the Shelley Joseph-Kordell Award and
Scholarship Ceremony. |
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Pathfinder
Care Management/"Rent A Daughter™ has over 50
years of combined experience providing seniors and
their families with knowledgeable and trustworthy
caregiving advice. Our professional staff of RN's
and LSW's are certified Geriatric Care
Managers specializing in providing advocacy and
coordinating care for older people. Because we do
most anything a caring family member would do for an
elder, many of our clients think of us as their
"Rent A Daughter™. |
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St. Paul Senior
Workers Association |
The SJK Steering Committee would like to thank the St. Paul Senior
Workers Association for their support on the steering committee. |
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The University of Minnesota Center on Aging coordinates education and research on aging across
the campus. It includes members from over 28
University departments and colleges. It oversees the
federally funded Minnesota Area Geriatric Education
Center. It operates a Minor in Gerontology, which is
available to graduate students at the masters and
doctorate levels. It is the home for the Shelley
Joseph-Kordell Memorial Scholarship. |
