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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD)

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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 · 7h

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 1d

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 · 2d

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 3d

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 4d

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 5d

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 6d

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.

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 7d

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 8d

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 9d

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 9d

Silver Alert - Los Angeles County. Last seen: Canby Avenue and Wyandotte Street, Reseda.
If seen, call 9-1-1.

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 10d

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

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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 · 10d

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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 11d

✨ 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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 12d

🌤️ 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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 13d

🧭 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

Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD) @lacountyad.bsky.social · 15d

💞 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