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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

NAPCA's first Medicare and ACA Open Enrollment & Vaccination Clinic of 2026 is taking place in Seattle next Friday in partnership with IDIC Filipino Senior & Family Services and Kroger Health. Reserve your vaccination spot by calling NAPCA's Helpline: www.napca.org/helpline.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Medicare fraud often starts in ways that seem ordinary - a charge on your statement, a phone call, or an unexpected package. The latest "Ask NAPCA" column covers common Medicare fraud schemes and what seniors can do to stay safe. Read it here: www.napca.org/post/what-se....

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

For #NationalEmployOlderWorkersWeek, NAPCA interviewed Rick Takeuchi, Deputy Director of Kawabe Memorial House, one of NAPCA's SCSEP project sites. As a site supervisor, Takeuchi manages SCSEP participants placed at Kawabe Memorial House, like former enrollees Mr. and Ms. Wu.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

This #WorldAlzheimersDay, NAPCA stands by the families affected by Alzheimer’s, the community partners advocating for improved care, and the researchers working to find solutions. Find @alzassociation.bsky.social's resource outlining 10 warning signs at alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/10_signs.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Photos from the KWA Community Expo in Lakewood, WA, earlier this week! With 40+ tables representing nonprofit, for-profit, government, and community-based organizations, this Expo was a great opportunity to connect with community members and other local service providers.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Photos from NAPCA's recent trips to Homage Senior Services Multicultural Center! Many thanks to Homage for these opportunities to speak with their Chinese- and Vietnamese-speaking elders and provide 1:1 counseling on benefits programs (Medicare, SNAP, etc.).

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

All smiles from our latest Chicago SCSEP Quarterly Participant Meeting! This meeting gave NAPCA's Illinois team the chance to share program updates and directly connect with some SCSEP participants in the region. Learn more about NAPCA-SCSEP at napca.org/employmentprograms.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

NAPCA's message on the importance of employment for self-sufficiency, no matter your age, was further amplified at the recent AAEDE 15th Annual Job & Career Fair! Learn more about NAPCA's job training opportunities at napca.org/employmentprograms.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Yesterday, NAPCA visited Homage Senior Services' Multicultural Center to share information and provide in-language (Korean), 1:1 counseling on Medicare, SNAP, and other public benefits programs. Learn more about NAPCA at napca.org and Homage at homage.org/seniorcenter.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Last week, NAPCA joined the International Leadership Foundation (ILF) at their 2026 gala and spent the evening with partners, fellow industry leaders, and congressional staff (some of whom are pictured). Congratulations to this year's Civic Fellows and the evening's honorees for their achievements!

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

A quick throwback photo to commemorate the signing of the Older Americans Act. The OAA, signed into law in 1965, is what authorized SCSEP - one of our key programs for reintegrating elders into the workforce. This photo is from a 1995 SCSEP meeting featuring longtime community partner KCS New York!

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

All smiles at NAPCA's most recent #SCSEP Participant Quarterly Meeting! The NAPCA team provided enrollees with important program updates, employment resources, and opportunities to support their career goals. Learn more about SCSEP at www.napca.org/employmentpr....

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

NAPCA was proud to attend the @ncoaging.bsky.social Age+Action Conference last week! The conference was a valuable opportunity to learn from NCOA and the Administration for Community Living (ACL), receive updates on benefits programs, and exchange best practices with other BECs and MIPPA fellows.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Today marks the start of both Older Americans Month and AANHPI Heritage Month! NAPCA is proud to have served older adults since 1979, empowering them to be independent and healthy regardless of language or culture. Learn more about our programs at www.napca.org.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

"At a moment when the systems that support older adults are under strain... How can we strengthen our advocacy through activism and social action?" Read the latest Archstone Foundation piece featuring NAPCA President and CEO Clayton Fong here: archstone.org/blog/how-com...

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How Communities and Older Adults Can Shape the Future of Aging - Archstone Foundation

As the Foundation moves forward with our new grantmaking strategy, we are highlighting how our grantee partners are bringing this work to life in communities across California. Through their voices, w...

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Last week, NAPCA hosted its annual National SCSEP Training for staff and program administrators in Seattle, WA! The NAPCA team extends their heartfelt appreciation to our staff and community partners for their continued dedication to serving our communities’ elders.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

NAPCA President and CEO Clayton Fong recently penned a blog piece for the Archstone Foundation about the impact of storytelling and coalition-building on the work we do. Read it here: archstone.org/blog/the-pow....

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

NAPCA President & CEO Clayton Fong will be speaking at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies (APAICS) virtual Health Summit on March 25th! To register and learn more about the Health Summit, visit www.apaics.org/health-summi....

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Last week, we hosted board and staff members from the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum (APIAHF) at our Seattle headquarters to discuss our programs and the elders we serve. Many thanks to our friends at APIAHF for visiting us and for their ongoing partnership over the years!

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Are you a care provider in California? NAPCA Care Finder is a free, online directory connecting AANHPI older adults to the support they need. Make sure they can find you by completing your NAPCA Care Finder profile at napca.org/carefinder.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

This #SlamTheScam Day, we're working to raise public awareness of government imposter scams that continue to impact our elders. If you receive a suspicious call, text, or email that mentions Social Security, ignore it and go to ssa.gov/scam to report the scam.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

During last week's Lunar New Year celebration, NAPCA's SCSEP enrollees presented U.S. Senator Patty Murray (@murray.senate.gov) with a signed card thanking her for her leadership in preventing major funding cuts for SCSEP. Learn more about this critical program at napca.org/employmentprograms.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

We’re incredibly honored that the U.S. Senator Patty Murray (@murray.senate.gov) visited our Seattle headquarters on Lunar New Year! As Vice Chair of Senate Appropriations, Sen. Murray recently secured $1M in funding for the NAPCA Helpline. Learn more about the Helpline at napca.org/helpline.

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Senator Patty Murray @murray.senate.gov · 18/02/2026

I secured $1M to help Asian American seniors navigate federal programs like Medicare through a helpline that assists with translation services. Always proud to support @napca.bsky.social and glad I could join their Lunar New Year celebration! 🧧🐴

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Happy Lunar New Year from the NAPCA team! Wishing all those who celebrate a wonderful Year of the Horse.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

What to Know About Medicare Enrollment After January 1 Read the latest #AskNAPCA column where we address commonly asked questions about Medicare Enrollment in the new year: www.napca.org/post/is-it-t... (also available in Simplified Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Tagalog on the NAPCA website).

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

🔈Calling Elder Care Providers in California! Reach more families by joining NAPCA Care Finder, a trusted nonprofit directory highlighting your services, in-language assistance, and cultural expertise. Submit your profile to join at tinyurl.com/napcacarefinder.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

📣 Come Join the NAPCA Team! NAPCA is seeking an experienced Accountant to prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization's assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and other related financial activities. Learn more about the position and apply at www.napca.org/careers.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

After learning how to use online maps to familiarizing themselves with Microsoft Office, our most recent Digital Skills Training Program cohort received complimentary laptops so they can apply all that they have learned to their daily lives! Learn more about the program at napca.org/digital.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

📣 We're hiring! NAPCA is seeking experienced and compassionate Bilingual Case Managers to join our Chicago, Seattle, Los Angeles, and Orange County teams. Learn more about each position at napca.org/careers.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

This Giving Tuesday, help NAPCA's community of elders age with dignity. Hear how your support can help thousands of older adults like Jane find the confidence and skills necessary to find employment and care for themselves. Donate at www.napca.org/donate.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

NAPCA staff had a wonderful time at the C4A Annual Conference! Thank you to the Archstone Foundation for partnering with NAPCA to showcase our many resources, like the Multilingual Helpline and the forthcoming Care Finder Directory (coming winter 2026).

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Many thanks to our partners at the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner, the Korean Women's Association (KWA), and Tam Lac Vietnamese Senior Center for collaborating with NAPCA this week to promote Medicare Open Enrollment across our Seattle communities!

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

In spite of stereotypes, obesity-related illnesses are prevalent in AANHPI communities. NAPCA is hosting a virtual briefing this Thursday, 11/6, to discuss this prevalence and potential public policy solutions addressing it. Register at tinyurl.com/napcabriefing.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

With the shift in federal vaccination guidelines earlier this year, learn about what’s changed with COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, eligibility, payment, and more in this month’s “Ask NAPCA” column: www.napca.org/post/covid-1...

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Today marks the start of Medicare Open Enrollment! Designed primarily for adults aged 65 and up, this federal health insurance program’s enrollment period runs from October 15–December 7. Have any questions? Contact the NAPCA Multilingual Helpline.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Thank you to Congresswoman Jayapal for supporting NAPCA at our vaccination and Open Enrollment event last Friday!

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Last Friday, NAPCA and IDIC hosted a vaccination and Open Enrollment event in Seattle where we welcomed more than 200 community members and provided over 100 vaccinations! Thank you to our leaders and partners for helping make this event possible 💙

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

NAPCA enjoyed meeting community members at the NEST Seattle Senior Resource Fair yesterday! Couldn't make it to our table? Come see us this Friday, October 3, at our annual vaccination and Open Enrollment event. More details can be found here: www.facebook.com/events/12068....

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Older workers are a vital part of our workforce. This National Employ Older Workers Week, NAPCA joins organizations across the country in recognizing the meaningful contributions of older employees and celebrating their achievements.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

NAPCA will be at the Seattle Senior Resource Fair on September 30! Come meet our staff and learn about what we're up to and how we can help you and your loved ones age with dignity.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

NAPCA supports today's Senate Aging Committee hearing on foreign manufactured drugs. We are concerned about the dangers of weight loss drugs made abroad that are marketed to seniors but are not FDA approved. Patient safety for our elders should be priority.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

This month’s #AskNAPCA column is on the effects of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The bill changes eligibility rules for important programs like Medicaid, SNAP (food stamps), and health plans through the Affordable Care Act. Read the full Q&A here: www.napca.org/post/ask-nap...

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Do you care for someone living with dementia? If you need support, you can find resources in your area right away by visiting bpc.caregiver.org, a free, online directory of top-rated programs for dementia caregivers. No login or account needed!

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

Though initially impacted by last month's SCSEP furloughs, Yanmei and Niaofu Wu have since been hired by their host agency! Despite this great news, thousands of seniors remain furloughed and vulnerable as the funding pause continues, reminding us that #SCSEPMatters.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

Meet Marion, a #SCSEP participant currently furloughed due to the ongoing funding pause. Thanks to SCSEP, Marion was able to begin building the skills necessary to return to the workforce. We urge the DOL to release funding so elders like Marion can continue their job training.

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

Hear directly from former NAPCA #SCSEP participant Leticia Idio on how the job training program positively impacted her life in America. NAPCA urges the Department of Labor to resume funding so senior jobseekers can continue their employment training and age with dignity. youtu.be/KP6o_joL1qg

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

“Thanks to SCSEP, I found more than a job: I found my confidence, my purpose, and a new community.” Xiufen’s story is a testament to the power of workforce training programs like SCSEP and why they should continue to be funded. #SCSEPMatters

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NAPCA-National Asian Pacific Center on Aging @napca.bsky.social · 30/07/2025

“This funding delay is not just a bureaucratic issue, it’s a crisis for tens of thousands of older adults who depend on SCSEP to survive" - NAPCA President and CEO Clayton Fong. CNN coverage of the ongoing SCSEP furloughs harming older jobseekers across the country. www.cnn.com/2025/07/29/e...

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The Labor Department has suddenly stopped funding a senior job training program | CNN Business

Goodwill, Easterseals and other nonprofit organizations say thousands of low-income seniors could soon be unemployed because funding hasn’t come through for a decades-old federal job training and plac...

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