National Indian Council on Aging, Inc.

Mark your calendars for the 25th Anniversary of the American Indian Elders Conference, a milestone event celebrating our journey since our first conference in 1976. Join us for this special gathering from September 29 to October 3, 2025, in Durant, Oklahoma! We’re thrilled to share more details very soon. 😊 For any questions in the meantime, please reach out to Billie Tohee at billietohee@nicoa.org or call our office at (505) 292-2001.

In addition to National Native American Heritage Month, we would also like to remind and share our Understanding Disabilities in American Indian & Alaska Native Communities Toolkit Guide. As a service provider, caregiver, family member or friend, this toolkit helps increase awareness and understanding to AI/AN individuals living with disabilities. You can view or download the book online by clicking the link below. https://lnkd.in/g7aSNbzv

The National Indian Council on Aging is honored to be a selected as a recipient of La Montañita Food Co-op Round Up for Change program for the month of July. The program directly supports New Mexico nonprofits working in our community. We'd like to thank La Montañita Food Co-Op and the community for providing this gift that will directly help support NICOAs mission to supporting and advocating for our Native elders.

Today marks the beginning of Native American Heritage Month. As we celebrate Native American Heritage Month this November, let’s remember that our commitment to honoring culture and tradition should extend beyond this month. Let us carry this pride with us every day of the year. - #native #nativeamerican #AmericanIndian #alaskanative #understanding #community #nicoa #nationalindiancouncilonaging #IndigenousCommunities #alaskanative #Elders

Thank you CWI Labs for inviting NICOA Executive Director, Billie Tohee as a panelists at the Equity Summit 2024. If you did not get a chance to attend this session, click the link to hear from experts discussing pathways to economic stability for older workers. Link: https://lnkd.in/gpdYYcms #scscep #NicoA #equitysummit2024 #cwilabs

Join us as leaders from some of the largest and most influential workforce development and social impact organizations discuss dismantling the systemic obstacles confronting older workers and empowering those same workers to achieve economic stability and independence. Ramsey Alwin, President & CEO, National Council on Aging (NCOA); Wayne Ho, President & CEO, Chinese-American Planning Council; Chairperson Billie Tohee, Executive Director, National Indian Council on Aging, Inc. (NICOA); and Maria Velasquez, MPA, Founder & CEO, Casa Innovation and Radiante Strategy Group   Moderator: Harold T. Fisher, broadcast journalist and host of “The Daily Drum” on WHUR 96.3 FM #EQS24 WorkingNation

This week is National Employ Older Workers Week (NEOWW). NEOWW is a time to recognize and appreciate the impact that older workers have had on the workforce and their communities nationwide. Embracing these contributions will lead to a more resilient, dynamic, and inclusive workforce for all. #NEOWW #EmbracingExperience #EmpoweringFutures

Hello NICOA community! We are thrilled to welcome Richard Gertler as our new SCSEP Program Assistant in Albuquerque, NM. Originally from Chicago, Richard has been adjusting to the Albuquerque lifestyle for over a year. While he misses Chicago pizza and cheering on the Cubs and Bears, he’s excited to be here and contribute to our mission of supporting the elder community. Richard is eager to dive into his new role and is grateful for the opportunity to join the NICOA team. Join us in giving him a warm welcome! #nicoa #newstaff #welcome #nationalindiancouncilonaging #SCSEP

The National Indian Council on Aging, Inc. is excited to announce that we are back on a new and updated Facebook and Instagram account. We will be sharing everything about NICOA on @nicoa.inc social media, so we need your help to spread the word. At NICOA, we advocate for improved comprehensive health, social services, and economic well-being for American Indian and Alaska Native elders. Please share with friends, family, and colleagues to help spread the word and our mission. Click our link to be directed to platforms https://linktr.ee/nicoaorg #nicoa #nationalindiancouncilonaging #nativeamerican #americanindian #alaskanatives