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Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department (AD)
@lacountyad.bsky.social
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.
What an amazing day at the #eastlachamberofcommerce Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway! 🦃 Families received turkeys thanks to volunteers and sponsors like #calwater and #viacarela.

#LACountyAD was proud to support this effort. Thank you for spreading kindness!

#Thanksgiving
November 24, 2025 at 11:15 PM
National Family Caregivers Month #NFCM may be ending, but the need for support continues year-round. 💙

From the 63 million caregivers nationwide to the nearly 5 million here in California, your dedication makes a difference.

Let’s keep sharing, supporting, & recognizing caregivers everywhere.
November 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Older adults kicked up their heels as they kicked off the holiday season with Thanksgiving dances at the Florence-Firestone and East Los Angeles service centers.

The party included refreshments and appetizers being served and a a DJ.

Thank you sponsors #StellaInsurance and #AlignmentHealth.
November 21, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Things to do in this weekend!

🎄 Holiday in the Park (Burbank)
🎵 Jazz Hands for Autism Concert (Beverly Hills)
🌲 Party + A Christmas Story (Santa Clarita)
🚜 Fall in the Farm (Pomona)
🏠 Mortgage Workshop (Altadena)

For more info, check out #LACountyAD social media accounts!
November 21, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Work. Family. Caregiving. You do it all.


This #NFCM, let’s make caring for caregivers part of the story. 💛
https://ad.lacounty.gov/about-us/campaigns/NFCM2025/

#FamilyCaregiversMonth #NFCM #LACountyAD #CareConnections
November 17, 2025 at 5:01 PM
November 15, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Protect your money & property! 🛡️

Join us as we partner with other Los Angeles County departments (#LACountyDCBA and #LACountyTTC), and #BetTzedek at the Altadena Senior Center (Loma Alta Park) on Nov 19 for a free workshop to spot scams, plan ahead, & find post-disaster legal and financial help.
November 14, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Behind every Alzheimer’s diagnosis is a family, a caregiver, a community.💜

Nearly 12M Americans care for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s. Learn the facts & join the fight with @alzassociation.bsky.social → alz.org/facts

🎥 youtube.com/watch?v=Lta2-jvsWco

#AlzheimersAwarenessMonth #NFCM #EndALZ
Alzheimer's Association 2025 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures
Our annual Facts and Figures report reveals the burden of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Share the facts and join the fight at https://www.alz.org/facts.These are...
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November 13, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Rain’s on the way, Los Angeles! 🌧️

Thu–Sun (Nov 13–16). Watch for debris flows near burn areas.
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¡Lluvias del 13 al 16 de nov.! 🌧️ Precaución por posibles flujos de escombros en zonas quemadas.

💡 ready.lacounty.gov/rain
📲 alert.lacounty.gov

#LARain #LACountyAD #LACounty
November 13, 2025 at 6:45 PM
If you help with errands, meals, or medical care...you’re a caregiver. 💙

This #NFCM, we’re celebrating you!

And for those who know & support a caregiver, your gratitude means the world.
Share a thank-you note for a caregiver you know, tag them & spread the love. 💙

#BuildingCommunity #LACountyAD
November 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Empowering Caregivers: Financial Red Flags & Cognitive Health Webinar

💜Join us to learn how financial changes can signal early cognitive decline & how to protect your loved ones. 📅 Tues., Nov. 18, 2025 @ 1 PM

Register:#/registrationIQ#/registration" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">ad-lacounty-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Rea9-ahpQWSlwpDoqUgcIQ#/registration
November 11, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Join #LACountyAD and #LACMVA as we partner across @countyofla.bsky.social, in lighting it green from November 4–11 for our nation’s veterans. 💚

naco.org/program/operation-green-light-veterans

All #CountyofLA offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
November 10, 2025 at 6:16 PM
An important update from our @countyofla.bsky.social partners at #LACoDPSS regarding #CalFresh benefits.

If you normally receive your benefits between Nov 8–10, your benefits may be delayed due to ongoing federal litigation.

If you need immediate food assistance visit LAFoodBank.org or dial 2-1-1.
November 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
This #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth, we honor those who care. 💚

#PlugInToCare with tools, support & connection.

Join the #CaregiverActionNetwork free webinar series for caregivers.
→🔗 caregiveraction.org/nfc2025-connect/

#NFCMonth #LACountyCares
November 7, 2025 at 5:48 PM
#C4A2025 Day 2! 🥁

Susan DeMarois (#calaging) on California's aging programs. Sandy Markwood (#USAging) on partnerships & advocacy. Dr. Laura Trejo & Elizabeth Fuller honored for their achievements. #LACountyAD Director Maral Karaccusian cheered Ralph & Francisco presenting the award-winning COE! 🌟
November 7, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Inspiring conversations underway at the #C4A2025! 🎉

Together, #LACountyAD is exploring new ways to better support older adults, individuals with disabilities, and caregivers. Because none of us can do this work alone. 💙

#C4A2025 #PartneringToProsper #AgingAndDisabilities #LACounty #Community
November 6, 2025 at 1:08 AM
💙 November is #AlzheimersAwarenessMonth! 💙

Go teal to support the 6.2M+ Americans living with Alzheimer’s.

Why teal? It’s a calming color chosen by the Alzheimer's Foundation of America to bring comfort to those affected.

Learn more: alzfdn.org/alzawarenessmonth

#GoTeal #SupportAlzheimers
November 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM
For those 60+ who are in need, @countyoflambton.bsky.social Senior Centers offer free meals & pantry services; vital help during the federal gov shutdown & CalFresh delay.
📍Find a Center: ad.lacounty.gov/services/community-and-senior-centers/
🍎Pantry Locator: lafoodbank.org/find-food/pantry-locator/
November 4, 2025 at 11:04 PM
November is #COPDAwarenessMonth

#COPD impacts 16.4M+ Americans and is a leading cause of death in the U.S.—many may not even know they have it.

Protect your lungs & find quit-smoking help from the #AmericanLungAssociation: lung.org

#BreatheBetter #LungHealth #LACountyAD #COPD
November 4, 2025 at 5:35 PM
November is #EpilepsyAwarenessMonth

1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime, including 470,000 children in the U.S.
Understanding epilepsy means knowing how to help & support others. 💜

🔗 Learn more: ow.ly/Q99Z50XleaW

#Epilepsy #InclusionMatters #LACountyAD
November 3, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Heads up, LA! 💙County buildings, including Hall of Administration & Hall of Records, will be closed Mon, Nov. 3 for the Dodgers parade. 🎉

Vote Centers at Hall of Administration & Biltmore Hotel remain open 10 AM–7 PM. Visit LAVote.gov for details. #GoDodgers #LACountyAD
November 2, 2025 at 9:48 PM
November is #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth! 💚 To the 63+ million U.S. caregivers—thank you!

We’re joining Caregiver Action Network to help you #PlugInToCare and access the tools, support & community you deserve: caregiveraction.org/nfc-month

#LACountyCares #FamilyCaregivers #NFCMonth
November 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
A spooktacular time at the 7th Annual Disability Fall Festival at the East L.A. Civic Center! 🎃

Food, music, games, and even a rock-climbing wall, brought the community together.

Thank you Supervisor Hilda L. Solis & #CRSIL for hosting this celebration of inclusion and fun!

#DisabilityAwareness
October 29, 2025 at 10:17 PM
1 in 4 adults will have a stroke—but up to 80% can be prevented.

This #WorldStrokeDay (Oct 29), learn how managing health risks can protect you.

Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OE_TGub3AkA

#StrokePrevention #HealthyLiving

October 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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