The Central Valley Long Term Support and Services Coalition (CVLTSS)

The Central Valley Long Term Support and Services (CVLTSS) Coalition grew out of the expanded efforts of the Elder Abuse Prevention Roundtable (EAPRT). EAPRT started in 1997 with 15 participants. Today the Coalition includes members from protective agencies, social services agencies, law enforcement, legal services, senior service providers, private attorneys, and advocates. The mission is to promote greater understanding of the long term social service and support needs of older and dependent adults and to advocate for the development of public policies to most effectively target this population through service development and coordination. CVLTSS works in partnership with EAPRT, as well as additional organizations to inform and encourage providers and consumers to have a voice in statewide policy discussions.

Supported by a grant from The SCAN Foundation – advancing a coordinated and easily navigated system of high-quality services for older adults that preserve dignity and independence. For more information, visit www.TheSCANFoundation.org.

406, 2020

Oppose budget cuts to senior serving programs

By Helen Miltiades|2020-06-04T18:39:07-07:00June 4th, 2020|CVLTSS|

The Central Valley Long Term Supports and Services Coalition opposes budget cuts to senior serving programs and requests funding to maintain programs serving the needs of older adults. Covid 19 has shown how underfunded and understaffed organizations serving older adults are, and revealed the true vulnerability of age. Governor Newsom’s proposed simultaneous budget cuts on senior serving organizations weaken basic support services for older adults risking health and lives. Many of the Govenor's propsed cuts affect programs serving older adults who qualify for skilled nursing (CBAS/MSSP). These older [...]

2503, 2020

Community and Senior Concerns Surrounding Coronavirus

By Helen Miltiades|2020-03-26T08:52:16-07:00March 25th, 2020|CVLTSS|

The coronavirus is challenging our current long term supports and services for older adults. This list of concerns is derived from members of the CVLTSS in Fresno, Madera, Kings, and Turlare counties, representing hospice, home care and home health, assisted livings, IHSS, volunteer and community organizations. 1) From Home Care and Home Health Providers: Our biggest challenge is the shortage of Personal Protective Equipment for our health care providers. If we run out of PPE, this will impact our ability to care for older adults. We are [...]

2301, 2019

Income and Home Ownership of Older Adults

By Helen Miltiades|2019-03-21T09:36:00-07:00January 23rd, 2019|CVLTSS|

Income and Home Ownership of Older Adults Fresno County has one of the highest levels of senior poverty in the state, 1/5th of all elders are living below the federal poverty level.1 A little over half (59%) depend on Social Security for the majority of their income. Only 40% have some type of non-Social Security income. Seniors relying primarily on Social Security often have difficulty finding safe/secure and reasonable housing, paying for out-of-pocket medical and over the counter expenses, and affording transportation and food. […]

2711, 2018

Fresno Aging Population Demographics

By Helen Miltiades|2018-11-28T09:48:59-08:00November 27th, 2018|CVLTSS|

The Fresno aging population is one of the fastest growing age groups in California. Across California 13% of the population is over the age of 65. In the Central Valley, the percentage of elders ranges from a low of 9% in Kings County to almost 13% in Madera County. This is about to change rapidly, as the Central Valley will experience exponential growth; a 68% increase in the number of seniors by 2035. This growth is faster than every other region in California, with the exception of Los [...]

California Master Plan on Aging

California Governor Gavin Newsom recently issued Executive Order N-14-19 calling for the development of a Master Plan for Aging. The Central Valley Long Term Supports and Services Coalition is a regional coalition represented by The California Collaborative for Long Term Services and Supports (Collaborative).

The Collaborative supports the development of a person-centered Master Plan for Aging that:
• Recognizes the vital role of access to long-term services and supports (LTSS);
• Incorporates healthy aging and preventive care;
• Advances the growth of age- and disability-friendly communities; and
• Ensures that no segment of the population is disregarded.

Dr. Mark Ghaly, California Health and Human Services Secretary, is urging Californians to voice their opinions on the Master Plan for Aging. Members of the CVLTSS met in October and submitted their recommendations. Read about the meeting. Central Valley Response to Master Plan on Aging

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