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Strategic Partners

AgePlan, Inc. connects with strategic partners forming alliances to promote knowledge and connections in aging and disabilities.

David W. Brinkerhoff is a corporate management specialist with experience in international change management, executive search, and coaching expertise in a wide range of industries including insurance, banking, consumer products, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and not for profit.David’s expertise also extends to the fields of executive development, recruiting, outplacement, and manpower planning. He leads legal, accounting and human resources projects.David is a former Assistant Dean at Purdue University, responsible for developing Continuing Education and Corporate Consulting programs. David received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in counseling and organizational psychology, as well as completing advanced coursework towards his Ph.D. from Purdue University.

dbrinkerhoff@ageplan.com

James A. Ball, Strategic is a highly experienced professional in business, healthcare, sports, technology and not-for-profit environments. Jim specializes in corporate marketing programs, fundraising and new business development. He is a skilled hands-on manager of all logistics, contracts, staffing, development and back office operations, including website, databases, IT systems and digital media.A graduate of Syracuse University Newhouse School of Public Communications, Jim is also a Microsoft Certified Professional.

jball@ageplan.com

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AgePlan Institute

AgePlan, Inc. has established a not for profit agency located in Raton, NM. The institute will promote innovation nationally in aging and disabilities through training and research. The institute will also be an incubator for programs to serve individuals with disabilities. You can follow the growth of AgePlan Institute at AgePlan.com

The ‘Indices’ of the Naturally Occurring LIVING Community (NOLC)

As indicated, in our prior Blog entry, the concern and vigilance of citizens in the Naturally Occurring LIVING Communities (NOLC’s) are essential. However, support, concern and care can also be found in the organizations that are inherently embedded in your NOLC. The Indices of the NOLC: As we were constructing our research protocols – we […]

The Power of the Naturally Occurring LIVING Community (NOLC)

The Power of the Naturally Occurring LIVING Community (NOLC) Lawrence T. Force, Ph.D. and Roger Monthie, M.Ed, MPH www.ageplan.com Overview: No one is an island. As part of our human condition – we need to live in community and have connection with others. People need people. Evidence of the importance of this point are strongly […]

The Here and Now: Naturally Occurring LIVING Communities (NOLC’s)

Did you ever go to a 3-D Movie Theatre? You walk in, sit down – everything looks the same…until you put the 3-D glasses on – and then things begin to change. That is what we, at AgePlan, are asking you to do now. Take a walk around your community. With a specific lens […]

The AgePlan Institute

Technology and Social Networking Current Area of Discussion: The impact of technology on aging AgePlan is developing a Think-Tank platform as a component of its corporate structure. The AgePlan Institute is designed to support and encourages an exchange of ideas and solutions between academic, governmental, corporate and community entrepreneurs.

Adult Day Health Care Council’s Annual Conference

Adult Day Health Care Council’s Annual Conference April 10 – 11, 2014 – Gideon Putnam Resort & Spa Saratoga Springs N.Y. “[re] defining Adult Day Health Careal Conference” Dr. Lawrence T Force presents – “How to Manage Challenging Behaviors in a Managed Care Environment”

The Blending of Systems: Back to the Future

In a recent edition of the Gerontologist Journal (2014) there was a special supplement dedicated to “Cultural Change in Nursing Homes”. At first glance, it appeared that the paradigms being promoted to influence cultural change, i.e., self-directed opportunity and person-centered planning were very creative and cutting-edge. That is, if one did not have a knowledge-base […]

Natural Occurring Living Community

Dr. Lawrence Froce and Mr. Roger Monthie are writing an E-Book on Discovering the Natural Occurring Living Community ( See Preface on the AgePlan.com home page). As part of the process, we are looking for stories of individuals who are connected to their community and the positive effects of those connections for the individual and […]

Washington Post Article: States turning to the young to carry much of the burden in caring for an aging population

States turning to the young to carry much of the burden in caring for an aging population By Reid Wilson,September 14, 2013 Most of the nation’s oldest population is clustered in the Northeast and growing rapidly, according to census data, straining medical, housing and transportation budgets and forcing lawmakers to look for new approaches. And […]

The Discovery of Naturally Occurring Living Communities (NOLC’s)

The Discovery of Naturally Occurring Living Communities (NOLC’s) Historical Perspective: (excerpt taken from Force, L.T. et.al (2010). Mental Health, Specialized needs and Care found in Gerontology: An Interactive Text, NSS Press. “Over the last century, the treatment for persons with specialized needs, i.e., residential programs and day treatment options has changed dramatically. From a historical […]