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Terry Fulmer

Terry Fulmer, a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, is the president and chief strategist for giving at The John A. Hartford Foundation in New York City, dedicated to improving the care of older adults. Established in 1929, the foundation has a current endowment of more than half a billion dollars and is world renowned for philanthropy devoted exclusively to the health of older adults.

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COVID-19 and the Future of Aging: The Outlook for Age-Friendly Health Systems

Why this proponent is optimistic about how we'll think about care for older adults
February 17, 2021
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The Emergency Department's Role in Spotting Elder Mistreatment

ERs see millions of older people annually, making them crucial for detection
June 15, 2020
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Opinion

OPINION: Nursing Homes and COVID-19: The Action and Strategy We Need

A Next Avenue Influencer in Aging offers this call to action
April 30, 2020
Medication

Don’t Be Fooled by Ads: Medication Overload Is Real

Polypharmacy is a devastating public health issue
December 13, 2019
Mobility

You Shouldn’t Need a Golden Ticket to Stay Mobile as You Age

Health systems are challenging assumptions about aging and mobility
October 28, 2019
Cognitive

I Forgot — And Maybe That’s Okay

Age-friendly health care includes a focus on cognitive skills
September 23, 2019
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Eradicating Elder Abuse is Everyone’s Responsibility

It starts with increased vigilance, knowing the signs and how to report mistreatment
June 13, 2019
Age-Friendly Health Care

Age-Friendly Health Care: Speaking Up About What Matters to You

The case for taking an active role in our health care
April 23, 2019
Advance Directive

Can Your Doctor Understand Your Advance Directive?

A new guide helps attorneys draft clearer end-of-life planning documents
October 26, 2018
Health Care

What Matters? Don’t Let Health Care Get in the Way

Ask yourself what's most important and share that with your health care providers
September 13, 2018
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Improving Health Requires More Than Better Health Care for Rural Older Adults

It's about access to public transportation, nutritious food, social services and more
June 25, 2018
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What Workforce? A Rural Health Care Crisis

Worker shortages hurt access to care for older residents with complex needs
May 11, 2018
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