Senior Resource Alliance

This May, SRA President & CEO Karla Radka and Honey’s Mini Therapy Adventures showed @fox35orlando how they’re providing equine therapy to older adults who are seeking social connection in care facilities. Learn how mini horses boost senior wellbeing: shorturl.at/eIjcv

As we celebrate Older Americans Month, SRA encourages aging adults to take charge of their wellbeing through our free programs, including tai chi classes, fall prevention courses and chronic disease management workshops. Sign up by calling our Elder Helpline at 407-514-1800.

Right now, SRA President & CEO Karla Radka is speaking before the Senate Special Committee on Aging to advocate for the Sandwich Generation – those who are balancing the daily challenges of looking after their parents and children. Listen live: shorturl.at/RZ0VS

On May 13, SRA President & CEO Karla Radka will go before U.S. senators to share a common struggle among people across the country: caring for an older loved one and their children. Watch live as she advocates for their needs at 3:30 p.m.: shorturl.at/ymYCc

@WUFTNews reports that fraudsters are turning to artificial intelligence to develop phishing scams that are increasingly difficult to identify – putting seniors at financial, mental and physical risk. Stay informed on how to guard yourself from crooks: shorturl.at/hcTIK

To combat senior isolation, we launched a new partnership with Honey’s Mini Therapy Adventures to bring trained miniature horses to older adults in hospitals and care facilities. Read @WFTV's story about how these visits generate meaningful results: shorturl.at/vsWSX

National Hurricane Preparedness Week is here, meaning it’s time to gear up for storm season. FEMA and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers released a step-by-step guide detailing how families with older loved ones can plan for the months ahead: shorturl.at/Louji

The Samaritan Resource Center recently hosted a community conversation in which SRA, @PathlightHOME and @OsceolaCOA discussed the rise in senior homelessness and how to best support unhoused older adults. If you need assistance, call our Elder Helpline at 407-514-1800.

SRA teamed up with the Renacer Foundation to help seniors prepare for hurricane season. We gave away more than 200 kits – containing supplies like a flashlight, portable charger and water purification packets – to Hurricane Ian victims as they continue to recover from the storm.

April 25 marks Prescription Drug Take Back Day – a national initiative that encourages people to safely get rid of expired medication or prescriptions they no longer need, ultimately preventing overdoses and accidental usage. Find a local drop-off site: dea.gov/takebackday

Many seniors are still feeling the lingering impacts of Hurricane Ian. On April 25 at 10 a.m., SRA and the Renacer Foundation will help Hurricane Ian victims who are 65 or older prepare for hurricane season by distributing storm preparedness kits at 1801 Rouse Rd. in Orlando.

With scams costing seniors billions of dollars every year, one of the best ways to protect yourself is to stay informed. The National Council on Aging breaks down the most common schemes and explains the signs to look out for: shorturl.at/y3AOX

Univision spoke with SRA President & CEO Karla Radka about our Information & Referral network – which connects seniors to free services – as well as GUIDE – a program for those impacted by dementia. Call our Elder Helpline if you need help: 407-514-1800. shorturl.at/WH7Sc

For more than 16 years, our SHINE volunteer Carol Hussey has been providing local seniors with free Medicare counseling. This April, she was featured as @MyNews13’s Everyday Hero for her commitment to helping seniors make informed healthcare decisions: shorturl.at/AqPYY

SRA President & CEO Karla Radka recently joined influential leaders for @OCFLMayor’s Women’s History Month forum. The annual event has empowered attendees in all aspects of their lives by providing them with valuable insight into building their own toolkit for success.

Peace of mind can be found in a box. SRA distributes kits that can store someone’s unique scent – helping bloodhounds find missing persons faster. President & CEO Karla Radka spoke about this life-saving tool during an interview with Univision: shorturl.at/RJqlG

Through our partnership with CyberFence, SRA is well equipped to shield older adults from evolving scams, with the app now leveraging artificial intelligence to further protect users from prevalent cyberthreats. Download CyberFence: shorturl.at/j45He

Are you searching for ways to get involved in the community? SRA is recruiting volunteers for our SHINE program, which provides free one-on-one Medicare counseling to Central Florida seniors. Call to find out how you can make a difference.

Hospitalization can temporarily or permanently disrupt a senior’s independence – making preparedness crucial for older adults. In the latest edition of Avalon Park Sun, SRA President & CEO Karla Radka explored what can help people continue aging in place after a hospital visit.

In 2021, we donated two K9s to the @OrangeCoSheriff to assist in missing person searches. Today, we’re excited to announce the donation of two additional dogs: Harley and Xander. This growing partnership signals to our community that their safety matters, and we’re here to help.