Dr. Kate Schaefers

@KateSchaefers

UMN OLLI Director. Social impact work, lifelong learning, encore careers, leadership coaching, higher education, AARP Volunteer State President. Views my own.

Minnesota, USA
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Joined November 2011
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    Mar 18

    Now is the time for the Senate to act. Big Pharma has been price gouging seniors for too long. Thank you, , for being a champion in the fight to bring down the cost of prescription drugs for Minnesotans. The time for action is now. ⏲️

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    Mar 17

    TODAY at 3:30 (CT): & will join for a virtual press conference on prescription drug prices. Thank you, Senators Klobuchar and Smith for being champions in the fight to bring down the cost of rx drugs for Minnesotans.

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    Mar 15

    This , we’re thrilled to thank the members, volunteers & alumni who step up + show up for our communities. We’re grateful for all that they do to help solve our nation’s most pressing challenges through service. to help us say 👏👏🏽👏🏿

    Text reading "Thank you AmeriCorps members + AmeriCoprs Seniors volunteers!"
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    Mar 10

    March 2022 marks the bicentennial of the birth of Harriet Tubman, who died on this day in 1913. This quilted and appliquéd portrait by Bisa Butler, titled “I Go To Prepare a Place For You,” is in our .

    Quilt depicting Harriet Tubman, in multiple bright-colored fabrics, seated against a dark floral background. Tubman gazes directly at the viewer, her proper right arm on the back of the chair and her proper left hand in her lap.
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    Mar 10

    CHAI's Associate Director of Education, Rajean Moone was featured on 's podcast to discuss the quality, cost and future of long-term care in Minnesota. 🎙️Listen at the link below!

    CCAPS's own Rajean Moone, faculty director of the U's Long Term Care program, talked with Minnesota Public Radio's Angela Davis about the quality, cost, and future of long-term care in Minnesota. 
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    Mar 9

    Age-diverse teams can offer better decision making, more productive collaboration, and improved overall performance — but only if members are willing to share and learn from their differences.

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    Mar 9

    AARP supports expediting access to HCBS under a presumptive eligibility policy that can help avoid unnecessary admissions to nursing homes. We must reduce reliance on nursing homes and offer seniors more choice.

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    Mar 5

    We know about the health and wellness benefits of volunteering, but did you know that giving back can also change your life? Find out how you can use volunteering to spark joy and excitement. Read more:

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    Mar 3

    Thank you for . As stated, older adults are often most vulnerable in times of war & disaster, as reflected by my own grandma's story, who can't leave as a . Many have no food, water & are suffering tremendously.

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    Mar 2

    640k family in MN risk their own financial security to care for their loved ones. Only 13% of workers have Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) through their employers. MN leaders must do more to make sure ALL workers have access to PFML. 

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    Mar 2

    My Dad died 8 years ago today. I’ve marked the sad date in different ways, but today is different. Today, applications open for a scholarship in my Dad’s name thanks to Foundation. He would be very pleased.

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    Mar 2

    A new title coming next month from , THE most knowledgable expert on trends/opportunities for longer. Avail for pre-order!!!

    New cover is up and shipped to printer yesterday. Stay tuned! In Control at 50+: How to Succeed in the New World of Work by Kerry Hannon via
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    Mar 1

    I want to thank leadership of for their support of during Russia's invasion & recognizing the trauma that those of us affected are going through. I am grateful to be in a School that is willing to speak out during this global crisis.

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    Feb 27

    Blue & yellow from northern Minnesota for Ukraine 🇺🇦

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    Feb 26

    Friends who want to support 🇺🇦which is being brutally attacked by Putin's Russia, please see different options below. I have been in deep mourning for thousands of beautiful lives needlessly lost but we can all try to do something to stand for & . 1/

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    Feb 24

    Please share this unique opportunity with your network!

    Are you a champion for creating , and communities in which to age? We're seeking a new part-time leader to join our team! Learn more at
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    Feb 22

    Join the Encore Network tomorrow at 9am PT / 12pm ET to meet and celebrate the 2021 Encore Network Champions! Register now:

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    Feb 9

    Tomorrow is 's Navigating Career Advancement in a Remote World, presented by Lan La, alumna & founder of .

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    Feb 9

    Family caregivers of all ages need information, assistance, and public and private sector support to ease their burdens.

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  20. Feb 3

    Having been a judge for the 2018 Congressional Hot Dish Competition, I assure you, Minnesotans are proud of their recipes.

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