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MISSION
Founded in 1991, the Latino Center on Aging (LCA) seeks to advocate for improved services for Latino seniors, and educate the seniors about various options available to them. This mission is achieved through various forms of education through the media, testimony at public hearings, and the organization of conferences addressing the issues affecting Latino older adults.
Due primarily to language and cultural barriers, Hispanic seniors lack knowledge and access to the myriad of services available to them.
As they continue aging, this older adults group is most inclined to live in poverty and isolation, and therefore in great need of proactive social and health service assistance. The Latino Center on Aging (LCA) seeks to advocate for improved services for Latino seniors, and educate the seniors about various options available to them.
Florida has been experiencing significant demographical changes. Just over half a million Hispanic older adults reside in South Florida, which is expected to grow to 2 million during next 25 years. We have identified Spanish radio broadcasts as the most effective way to reach and meet the special needs of this increasing population.
EVENTS AND MORE…
13th annual conference on latinos, alzheimer’s & parkinson’s
TO BE held on may 28, 2025 – miami lakes
The Hispanic older adults population in South Florida represents the largest and fastest-growing ethnic segment of our community. According to US Census data, 67% of them speak Spanish at home. Considering that Hispanics are more susceptible to dementia, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, the demand for information in Spanish becomes imperative.
The 13th Annual conference “A LIfe Without Memory” will include a panel of experts from U of Miami.
Successful bilingual senior RESOURCE fair IN NORTH Miami
JANUARY 29, 2025 – NORTH MIAMI
The LCA hosted its Second Bilingual Senior Resource and Wellness Fair on January 29, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM at the Joe Celestin Center in North Miami.
The 200 attendees enjoyed a lively Danzón contest, adding to the event’s vibrant atmosphere.
A heartfelt thank you to the NoMi Housing & Social Services Department, as well as all the agencies and companies that supported this event.
We were honored to have North Miami Mayor Alix Desulme joined us for this special occasion.
LCA Begins Planning for its 38th Annual Golden Age Awards
Save-the-date: OCTOBER 11, 2025
The Golden Age Awards are given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the Latino/Hispanic communities throughout the world. Awards are given for effective leadership, lifetime contributions, public policy initiatives, corporate contributions and community involvement.
Media Reports about the 2023 Golden Age Awards:
“Para Mayores” Radio Show Celebrates 7 Years on La Poderosa
latest media reports:
Doral Family Journal – Agencia EFE – Podcast
The Latino Center on Aging (LCA) is sounding the alarm once again, highlighting the growing numbers within the Hispanic population aged 60 and older, both locally and nationally. This alert underscores the pressing issue of unmet needs within this demographic. Don’t miss this vital information and share it widely. Your support is greatly appreciated.
VIDEO PRODUCED BY OUR FRIENDS AT FOX5 NYC
LCA’S AT Work!
Not To Be Missed
Since its inception, the LCA has received constant support from all New York’s TV stations, especially from FOX-5 TV Channel. We have developed bilingual Public Service Announcements (PSA) campaigns, which have aired on all stations in the New York metropolitan area. Additionally, FOX-5 has produced the official LCA video, along with its respective updates.
We invite you to watch this brief video to learn about the accomplishments of LCA over the past thirty years.
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