Welcome to this week’s “AHA Moments,” a weekly news flash regarding key events, happenings, articles, and other relevant information for our stakeholders.
Registration Now Open for the NHAHA June Quarterly Meeting
Be a part of the conversation at our next Quarterly Meeting on June 18! Held from 9:00–11:30 AM, the morning will feature an engaging lineup, including presentations on:
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Services and Supports for Veterans: Explore resources from the Division of Military and Veterans Affairs and how it differs from the VA
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ATinNH: Discover ways that assistive technology supports independence for older adults
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NHAHA Updates & Advocacy: Hear the latest developments shaping our work
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And more!
Coffee and networking will begin at 8:45 AM and an optional lunch will follow the meeting at 11:30 AM.
Will You Answer Two Questions?
As part of our ongoing planning process, we’re inviting all stakeholders to participate in a brief, two-question follow-up survey. After gathering valuable input through our initial survey, steering committee discussions, and engagement at our quarterly meeting, this is an opportunity to share additional feedback and help shape next steps. Your input continues to play a vital role in guiding this work forward.
NHAHA Website Update
We’re excited to share that our newly refreshed website is officially live! With a more modern feel and designed to better serve our community, the site will continue to evolve as a living resource. We invite you to explore it and check back often as we keep building on it with new content, improvements, and features.
Nonprofits Get It Done for NH
A new statewide campaign, Nonprofits Get It Done for NH, highlights the impact of the state’s 9,900 nonprofits and amplifies their voices. The campaign shares real stories of nonprofits serving communities and encourages residents and lawmakers to recognize their essential role.
RN Nurse Residency Program at Granite VNA
Granite VNA is offering a year-long RN Nurse Residency Program in partnership with the New England Home Health Nurse Residency Program for recent nursing graduates. The program provides on-boarding, training, and support to help new RNs transition into home health care, with participants employed full-time with pay and benefits. The next program starts in August, and applications are due by May 31.
Hydration Matters for Older Adults
Staying hydrated is essential for older adults, supporting brain function, digestion, energy, joint health, heart and kidney function, temperature regulation, detoxification, weight management, and helping prevent headaches. Simple ways to maintain hydration include drinking water with meals, carrying a reusable bottle, and increasing fluid intake during exercise, hot weather, or illness.
Webinar: Reframing Dementia Support
Hosted by the National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center (NADRC), this webinar, set for April 29 at 2:00 PM, will explore a new approach to dementia care through the Learning to Live with Dementia program. Participants will learn practical strategies, hear real-world insights, and discover how a strengths-based mindset can support both individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.
Valuing the Invaluable: Caregiving’s $1 Trillion Impact
A new report from the AARP Public Policy Institute highlights the immense contribution of family caregivers in the US, estimating that 59 million caregivers provided 49.5 billion hours of unpaid care in 2024, valued at more than $1 trillion. The findings underscore both the growing demands on caregivers and the critical role they play in supporting adults with complex needs.
Do you have an “AHA Moment” you would like to share, or would like us to add a friend to the “Moments” Mailing List? Please email Kathryn Selinga at Kathryn.Selinga@unh.edu