For the second year, we ask you to spread the word to end the word! This is “LifeCycles” with Laurie Edwards-Tate, President, At Your Home Familycare. Do you use the “R” Word? It hurts people with intellectual disabilities. It hurts their families and friends. At Your Home Familycare is proud to join The Special Olympics… Continue Reading
Singer Glen Campbell gives voice to Alzheimer’s disease
Weekly column in the Washington Times Communities by Laurie Edwards-Tate Singer Glen Campbell, now 75 years old, has been performing on studio recordings, in concert, and on radio, television and films for six decades. His remarkable history includes beloved hits like “Wichita Lineman,” “Southern Nights,” “Gentle on My Mind,” and “Rhinestone Cowboy. He’s an accomplished… Continue Reading
Laurie Edwards-Tate on “The Rick Amato Show” KCBQ Radio – February 23, 2012
Talk show host Rick Amato interviews Laurie Edwards-Tate, President & CEO of At Your Home Familycare on KCBQ AM 1170, San Diego. Edwards-Tate discussed her state and federal advocacy efforts to preserve labor laws including the “Companionship Exemption,” which protects seniors and their families as well as the jobs of caregivers; also how and when… Continue Reading
Laurie Edwards-Tate, President and CEO of At Your Home Familycare, San Diego, Attends Lobby Day in Sacramento!
Laurie Edwards-Tate, President and CEO, At Your Home Familycare, San Diego, was among over 300 home care professionals in attendance at Lobby Day, CAHSAH’s annual political and advocacy event. High on the agenda were discussions and advocacy relative to SB 411, AB 889, opposition to proposed cuts in Medi-Cal provider rates, and support for Hospice…. Continue Reading
LifeCycles with Laurie Edwards-Tate – #81
What would you like to be called? I’m Laurie Edwards-Tate with “LifeCycles.” The Journalists Exchange on Aging surveyed news media who cover aging issues and asked how they refer to older people. Their top choice is simply the world “older.” The second choice is “senior.” But they never use “senior” for anyone under 65 year… Continue Reading
Opposition to removing Companionship Exemption growing
Weekly column in the Washington Times Communities by Laurie Edwards-Tate Families, caregivers and small business owners across the United States are expressing strong opposition to the Labor Department’s proposal, supported by the Obama Administration, to remove the “companionship exemption” from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). As reported in this column on January 9, this… Continue Reading
Center for Disabilities Rights, Help Us Save Home Care
ACTION ALERT: Please provide your support for the Center for Disabilities Rights in its efforts to fight for for the interests of seniors and disabled, and to Help Us Save Home Care! We must protect the Companionship Exemption. Thank you! There are two ways to TAKE ACTION on this important issue. Submit comments on the… Continue Reading
Southern Caregivers Resource Center 25th Anniversary Event
Laurie Edwards-Tate was honored to attend the Southern Caregiver Resource Center’s 25th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, February 11, at the lovely San Diego Marriott Del Mar. This beautiful event celebrated SCRC’s critical role in caring for thousands of caregivers and their families. This event was well attended by members of the caring community, caregivers, legislators,… Continue Reading
LifeCycles with Laurie Edwards-Tate – #80
If you’re older and can’t find work, why not create your own job? This is “LifeCycles” with Laurie Edwards-Tate, At Your Home Familycare. It’s a myth that older people don’t make good entrepreneurs. A Duke University study found that the average founder of a high-tech business is in their late 40s. Another study shows that… Continue Reading
Senior Valentines are happier and more optimistic
Weekly column in the Washington Times Communities by Laurie Edwards-Tate If all the advertising full of hearts and flowers hasn’t given it away already, Tuesday is Valentine’s Day. More than ever, many of the couples celebrating their love this year will have met through online dating. Of the online matches who meet in person, one-third… Continue Reading