MEETING NOTICE A4AA ADVISORY COUNCIL (916)

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1 MEETING NOTICE A4AA ADVISORY COUNCIL (916) DATE: May 21, 2015 TIME: 11:00 AM 1:00 PM PLACE: SACRAMENTO COUNTY, A4AA 2260 PARK TOWNE CIRCLE, SUITE 100 SACRAMENTO, CA AGENDA I. CALL TO ORDER / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / ROLL CALL / WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS II. III. IV. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC The Advisory Council welcomes comments from the Public on any agenda item as it is discussed. In the interest of time, individuals will be limited to 3 minutes: 10 minutes for group presentations. Comments from the public on items not part of the Agenda may be made following the business portion of the meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Adoption of Agenda/Minutes 4/16/15 PRESENTATION A. A Shattered System: Reforming Long-Term Care in California ~ Suzanne Reed, Senator Liu s Office B. Needs Assessment C. Geocentric Model V. REPORTS A. Executive Director B. Executive Committee C. Governing Board D. Legislative Committee E JPEC F. Area Plan VI. VII. VIII. IX. CORRESPONDENCE ACTION ITEMS A. Approve Legislative Committee Recommendations DISCUSSION A. A4AA as a Direct Service Provider B. A4AA Fundraising Directly in the Public Arena ROUNDTABLE: NEW/OLD BUSINESS, BIRTHDAYS, ANNOUNCEMENTS X. ADJOURNMENT COMMITTEE MEETINGS 10:30 A.M. -11:00 A.M. ~ EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Please visit for additional information

2 ADVISORY COUNCIL MEMBERS ENCLOSURES Agenda Minutes - 4/16/15 Action/Information Items A. Approve Legislative Committee Recommendations If you need a disability-related reasonable accommodation to participate in this meeting, please contact Tai Love at (916) , or tlove@a4aa.com at least 3 days in advance with your accommodation request. Every effort will be made to accommodate. However, we cannot guarantee we will be able to honor requests received less than 3 days in advance.

3 AREA 4 AGENCY ON AGING ADVISORY COUNCIL Meeting Minutes April 16, 2015 Sacramento County, A4AA I. Call to Order / Pledge Of Allegiance / Roll Call / Welcome & Introductions: Chair, Gloria Plasencia, called the regular meeting of the Area 4 Agency on Aging (A4AA) Advisory Council to order at 11:02 a.m. The Council, and staff stood and recited the pledge of allegiance. Secretary, Pam Epley called roll. A quorum was present. New members Mardi Bagan (Yolo County) and David Wiltsee (Placer County) were welcomed. County AC Members/Present -16 Absent/Excused 6 Nevada 3 vacancies Deardorff, Jenkins Placer 1 vacancy Farrell, Herman, Plasencia, Wiltsee Sacramento 0 vacancies Feldstein, Young Berger (E), Ingols (A), Naman (E), Pevny (A) Sierra 3 vacancies Devore (E) Sutter 1 vacancy Epley, Flores, Thomas, Rayburn Yolo 1 vacancy Bagan, Dorsey, Brunner Bourne (E) Yuba 4 vacancies Diemond CSL members 0 vacancies Brunner, Dorsey, Epley, Farrell, Plasencia, Young A4AA Staff Present: Pam Miller, Will Tift, Tai Love Guests Present: Kati Beckman 3 Fold Communications, Gordon Fowler 3 Fold Communications II. III. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC: The Advisory Council welcomes comments from the Public on agenda items as they are discussed. In the interest of time, individuals will be limited to 3 minutes; 10 minutes for group presentations. Comments from the public on items not part of the Agenda may be made following the business portion of the meeting. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Adoption of Agenda/Minutes: Gloria Plasencia announced that the agenda will be revised to change the order of the presentation placing it as Item IV. Presentation following the Consent Calendar. A motion was moved/seconded, Lola Young/David Feldstein, to approve the consent calendar including the modification to the agenda and 3/19/2015 minutes. Motion passed by consent. IV. PRESENTATION A. A4AA Reimaging Process Over the last couple months, A4AA staff have been working with 3 Fold Communications on the A4AA reimaging process which includes developing a new agency logo, A4AA direct service program logos, as well as revamping the agency website.

4 Gordon Fowler and Kati Beckman with 3 Fold Communications explained the reimaging process mentioning that one of the first steps was an analytical process where 3 Fold met with A4AA staff to gather information about the agency, future goals and the mission. From the analytical process, 3 Fold presented three logos using a method called Hop, Skip and Jump where they presented a more conservative logo (Hop), a logo that is authentic to the agency mission (Skip) and a logo that is more unique (Jump). The final logo chosen was a clean modern sleek version which brings movement to the eye. They explained that it is a unique graphic which describes A4AA as trustworthy, honest and loyal. In addition, the colors selected represent confidence, authority, knowledge, power, service and connection. The next step will be to design the Business ID System which includes designing the agency letterhead, business cards and envelopes as well as, the A4AA website, mission, program logos and signature tags. The final production should be completed and ready to unveil in June. V. REPORTS A. Executive Director Pam Miller began by addressing an listing concerns by member David Feldstein regarding A4AA being more of a direct service provider and whether that is beneficial for A4AA and providers. After a lengthy discussion, it was determined that this subject would be best addressed if listed on the May meeting agenda as an action item. Pam announced that Hunger Action Day is Wednesday, May 13 at the Capitol. Anti-hunger activists will have the opportunity to meet with legislators to discuss issues and concerns. She and Donna Yee were invited by KVIE in Sacramento to discuss the aging of the baby boomers and food insecurity. Pam will inform members when the segment will be aired. A4AA co-sponsored the Know Your Rights/California Social Security and the LGBT Community Forum/Event in collaboration with the National Committee to preserve Social Security and Medicare Foundation, the Social Security Administration, and the California Wellness Foundation. B. Executive Committee Pam Epley reported that the Committee met this morning and made a minor change to the agenda, modifying the agenda to list Item IV. Presentation following the Consent Calendar. C. Governing Board Tai Love reported that the Governing Board met Friday, April 10, 2015, in Sacramento County at A4AA. The Board approved two Resolutions: 1) authorizing the Executive Director to execute an agreement with CDA to administer Medicare Improvement and Patient Protection act (MIPPA) Funds; and 2) Appointing the Fiscal Administrator as Deputy Treasurer-Auditor. The meeting was temporarily adjourned to host a Public Hearing to present the revised objectives and to learn how much funding is expected to be available for seniors in FY There were three action items: The Hearing of RFP Appeals from 1) Caring Choices, 2) Placer Independent Resources Services (PIRS) and 3) City of Sacramento Triple R Adult Day Program. Reports were given by: the Executive Committee, Audit/Finance, Advisory Council, Area Plan and JPEC as well as the Executive Director report. The next meeting will be Friday, May 8 in Sacramento County. D. Legislative Committee Lola Young reported that the committee will meet tomorrow, Friday, April 22. This will be a discussion meeting, there will be no action items. The Sacramento CSL Caucus meeting time changed from 12 noon to 10 am in conjunction with the Legislative Committee meeting. Lola reminded members that Senior Rally Day in Wednesday, May 6.

5 E. JPEC Will Tift reported that JPEC met Friday, April 3. This was a special meeting to discuss performance standards and policies as well as looking at ways to recognize outstanding achievement. The next meeting will be Friday, May 1 to review third quarter performance. F. Area Plan Will Tift reported that the Area Plan Committee met recently. The committee is close to finalizing the Older Adult Survey. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 23. G. Rules of Procedure David Feldstein reported that there is no further progress. The Rules of Procedure (ROP) Committee is in the process of coordinating a meeting date. VI. VII. CORRESPONDENCE Pam Epley read correspondence addressed to A4AA from Legal Services of Northern California (LSNC) confirming that LSNC withdraws its grant application for the Placer Kinship Caregiver services for The subcontractor for the Support Group services is no longer available to provide that service. DISCUSSION A. Approve Area Plan Amendment Will Tift mentioned that the California Department of Aging requires amendments to the Area Plan if there are changes after the update has been submitted. He explained that public input was received on March 27 on the proposed objective. 3.1c Lavender Heights Nutrition Program: NEW OBJECTIVE A4AA will collaborate with local community partners to explore the development of an alternative senior nutrition program in midtown Sacramento for underserved older adults who support and/or identify with the LGBTQ community. Start Date: April 2015 End Date: September 2015 Participating Staff: Executive Director, Program Manager/Nutrition Services Manager, Program Specialist, Contract Administrator A motion was moved/seconded, Seth Brunner/David Feldstein, to approve the Area Plan Amendment as presented. Motion passed by roll call vote. B. Approve Area Plan Update Will Tift explained that the California Department of Aging (CDA) requires annual updates to the Area Plan which is due by May 1 and that the final year of the planning cycle is approaching. Will continued to explain the updates to the current plan highlighting numerous changes proposed to specific Area Plan Objectives. He mentioned that the deletion of an objective does not preclude A4AA from participating in the same or similar efforts. It simply means we do not foresee A4AA Staff playing a significant, ongoing role in that particular activity. 1.1a Elder Economic Security Standard Index: DELETE Coordination phase is over. The Elder Standard is now incorporated into A4 planning by law. 1.1b Financial Security Activities: DELETE A4AA hosted one event which was not well attended. Other entities can meet this need.

6 2.1a Advance Care Planning Project: DELETE A4AA was participating in a project that has now ceased. 2.1d Lifelong Learning: DELETE Integrate into 5.1a (see below). 2.1f Northern California Fall Prevention Coalition: REVISE NCFPC is now the StopFalls Coalition; A4AA will participate but not lead the new Coalition. 2.1g Nevada County Fall Prevention Coalition: REVISE Update staff participating in this effort. 2.1h Veterans Activities: DELETE The VA has sufficient resources to do targeted outreach. 2.1i Tech Talk for Seniors: DELETE Outlived usefulness; focus in future on removing barriers applicable to older adults access. 2.4a Evidence-Based Health Promotion Programs: DELETE A4 Staff find it more cost effective to contract with certified providers. 4.1d Focal Point Enhancement: DELETE A4AA can no longer provide focal points with OTO funds; several councils have dissolved. 4.1e Housing Advocacy: DELETE A4AA does not have a direct role in housing issues and does not have resources to commit. 4.1f Legal Services Advocacy: REVISE Update staff participating in this effort. 4.1j Planning for Aging Boomers: POTENTIAL REVISE Staff continues to consider a re-wording of this objective. 5.1a Community Education Presentations: REVISE Add colleges and universities to the list of potential venues. In addition, he pointed out proposed changes to Table E. A4AA-Funded Senior Services by County on pages 15-16; Table C. Greatest Economic Need by County on pages 28 31; summary of the public hearing pages 32-33; the revised organization chart on page 104; as well as minor changes to the objectives, service unit plans and disaster preparedness. He also discussed A4AA s wish to bring I&A in-house as a direct service. A motion was moved/seconded, Dr. Irwin Herman/Seth Brunner, to approve the proposed changes to the Area Plan Update as presented. This motion was amended, moved/seconded, David Feldstein/Dr. Irwin Herman, to approve the proposed changes to the Area Plan Update temporarily holding off on any new language specific to Senior I&A in Sacramento County until negotiations are settled between and A4AA. Motion passed by roll call vote.

7 C. Approve Legislative Committee Recommendations Lola Young mentioned that the Legislative Committee met to review several bills. The Committee is requesting that the Advisory Council support three bills: AB 463 (Chiu) Pharmaceutical Cost Transparency Act of 2015 Express Conceptual Support with Budget Concerns for Assembly Bill 463 AJR 8 (Brown) Recognizes 50 th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act Send a letter of support for Assembly Joint Resolution 8 SB 196 (Hancock) Elder Abuse: Protective Orders Send a letter of Support for Senate Bill 196 Upon approval, the Chair of the Council will sign a letter which will be sent to the author of the bill and to the appropriate committee members. It also authorizes a representative of the Legislative Committee to verbally express support for the bill during hearings at the State Capitol. A motion was moved/seconded, Tanna Thomas/Lynne Farrell, to approve the Legislative Committee recommendations for AB 463, AJR 8 and SB 196. Motion passed by consent. One member, Dr. Irwin Herman abstained. D. Support Assembly Bill 348 (Brown): Long Term Health Care Facilities Lola stated that the committee is asking the Council to support Assembly Bill AB 348. Existing law provides for the licensure and regulation by the State Department of Public Health of health care facilities, including long-term health care facilities, as defined. Existing law establishes procedures to be followed when the department receives a written or oral complaint about a longterm health care facility. A complaint is defined to mean any notice to the department, other than a report from the facility, of an alleged violation of applicable requirements of state or federal law or any alleged facts that might constitute a violation. This bill would require the department to complete its investigation of the complaint within working days of its receipt, except that this period may be extended up to an additional 30 working days if the department has diligently attempted, but has not been able, to obtain necessary evidence related to the investigation. The bill would require the department, if it extends an investigation beyond working days, to notify the complainant, in writing, of the basis for the extension. The bill would require, effective July 1, 2016, that the department s written determination provide specific findings concerning each alleged violation and include a summary of the evidence upon which the determination is based. The bill would require the department to comply with those specified time periods established for investigations and inspections of complaints from a facility of an alleged violation of applicable requirements of state or federal law or any alleged facts that may constitute an alleged violation of these requirements. The bill would also require the department to analyze its compliance with the timeframes for investigations on a quarterly basis and post those findings on its Internet Web site. A motion was moved/seconded, Dr. Irwin Herman/Seth Brunner, to support Assembly Bill 348 (Brown): Long-Term Health Care Facilities. Motion passed by consent. VIII. DISCUSSION A. Exploratory Group on Data Committee Will Tift mentioned that at the last meeting, Dev Berger requested that this item be placed on the agenda for further discussion. Posing the question, should A4AA establish a committee that works on data in a broader sense not just statistics but also MIS and performance data and issues pertaining to how providers are doing? Will mentioned that there is currently data and resources available on

8 A4AA s current website including developed materials (Needs Assessment reports, dual challenge, population charts); Public Data on Older adults and reports and studies. After a brief discussion following the presentation of data, the Council determined that it is not necessary to establish a data committee at this time. IX. ROUNDTABLE: NEW/OLD BUSINESS, BIRTHDAYS, ANNOUNCEMENTS Charlotte Dorsey announced that she and Seth Brunner met with Sheila Allen of the Yolo Healthy Aging Alliance to discuss legislation. Gloria Plasencia announced that the October 2015 CSL Session has been cancelled. Happy 80 th birthday to David Feldstein! X. ADJOURNMENT With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1:19 p.m.

9 ACTION ITEM VII. A. TO: FROM: A4AA Advisory Council A4AA Legislative Committee DATE: May 15, 2015 SUBJECT: Support AB 474 (Brown) Public Social Services: SSI/SSP Support SB 149 (Stone) Investigational Drugs: Biological Products or Devices Discussion On May 15, the A4AA Legislative Committee met and reviewed several bills. At this time, the Committee is asking for the full Advisory Council to vote in support of the two bills listed above. More specifically, the Committee requested the Council: Send a Letter of Support for Assembly Bill 474 Send a Letter of Support for Senate Bill 149 Additional information on each of these bills is included in this packet. A vote of support by the Advisory Council authorizes the Council Chair to sign a letter which will be sent to the author of the bill and to the appropriate Committee members if the bill progresses through the legislature. It also authorizes a representative of the Legislative Committee to verbally express support for the bill during hearings at the State Capitol. Should any of these bills be edited, the Legislative Committee will re-assess the bill and may adjust its recommendation to the Advisory Council. In addition, the Committee is recommending the following: Continue support of Assembly Bill 348; Assembly Bill 463; Assembly Joint Resolution 8; and Senate Bill 196. Review and discuss Senate Bill 128 (Wolk) California End of Life Option Act. Request that representatives from the Assembly Aging and Long-Term Care Committee and the California Commission on Aging speak to the Advisory Council on Adult Protective Services (APS). Send a letter to the Committee Chairpersons of the California Legislative regarding May Budget suggestions.