John Yarmuth accepts the SE4A Aging Impact Award at the recent SE4A Conference

SE4A presented the first annual Aging Impact Award to three public officials who have made significant impact on the quality of life for older adults. The Awards are presented for work at the local, state and national levels.

The National level was awarded to Congressman John Yarmuth for his long support and advocacy for social issues affecting older persons through legislation. He sponsored the Elderserve Act, which establishes programs to facilitate and coordinate Emergency Crisis Response Team programs to provide short-term emergency services for victims of elder abuse. He has also supported increased funding for Older Americans Act programs and supports healthcare reform that will ensure better access to medications for seniors.

Outstanding Community Service Award

KIPDA's Barbara Gordon (right) presents Mauri Malka and Judy Freundlich-Tell with the SE4A Outstanding Community Service Award ________________________

SE4A presented this award, which was established in 2000, to the Jewish Family and Career Services in Louisville for the organization's positive contributions to the lives of older adults. JFCS is a non-profit organization founded in 1908, serving the entire community with programs focusing on family, work, education, adults, immigrants and refugees. The Klein Older Adult Services division of JFCS helps senior adults and their families maintain the highest quality of life possible. Some of the services offered are assessments, counseling, in-home care services, caregiver support, and transportation service. JFCS is an outstanding organization that provides services community-wide to older adults and their caregivers. They go above and beyond to provide the greatest quality of care. JFCS is always willing to take on new initiatives.