Overview

To recognize an exemplary state program that addresses issues related to healthy aging, CSG will present a "Silver Society" award as part of Gov. Jim Douglas' President's Initiative. Deadline for applications is June 15, 2006!

Award Selection and Presentation

State officials and aging experts will screen the qualified applicants and select one winner. The selection panel will consist of five to seven representatives from state government and nonprofit organizations such as the National Association of State Units on Aging and the American Association of Retired Persons. Gov. Douglas will present the award at CSG's Annual State Trends and Leadership Forum in December 2006.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants for the award can address a variety of healthy aging issues, including:

• Community-based care
• Elder-ready communities
• Family caregiver support
• Housing
• In-home long-term care
• Nutrition
• Physical activity
• Transportation

2. Programs that address nursing homes and medical intervention for chronic diseases do not qualify.

3. A program must be in operation for at least nine months, and no longer than five years.

4. Programs will be evaluated on:

• Creativity - Does the program represent a new or creative approach to healthy aging? Have other states implemented the same idea in a similar manner?
• Effectiveness - Has the program been effective in achieving its stated goals? Also, what subsidiary benefits, if any, have emerged?
• Significance - Does the program address significant issues or problems that are regional or national in scope? Would a significant number of states have a need to implement this program?
• Transferability - Could the program be easily transferred to other states? What barriers exist to the transfer of the program to other states?

How to Apply

Application Form

Deadline for applications is June 15, 2006!