Kathy Greenlee

HHS creates agency to coordinate seniors, disabled

McKnight's Staff April 17, 2012

As part of the federal government's push to better coordinate community-based care for seniors and the disabled, it has consolidated three departmental agencies involved with long-term care, officials announced Monday.

Senate Special Committee on Aging to host forum on aging issues

December 13, 2011

The Senate Special Committee on Aging is holding a forum Wednesday to commemorate the committee's 50th anniversary, titled: "Aging in America: Future Challenges, Promise and Potential."

CLASS Act changes in the works

May 31, 2011

The Department of Health and Human Services plans to issue a rule amending the Community Living Assistance Services and Support (CLASS) program, a top official says.

AAHSA applauds launch of new CLASS Act Office

January 07, 2011

The Obama administration has established an office for the CLASS Act, a long-term care and disability insurance program.

Eldercare Locator enhances services to meet baby boomer demand

October 21, 2010

Assistant Secretary for Aging Kathy Greenlee this week attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a recently enhanced call center that serves as an office for Eldercare Locator.

Healthcare experts to discuss senior care at Brookings forum today

January 28, 2010

A distinguished panel of healthcare experts will gather today at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C., to discuss strategies for improving care for seniors.

Greenlee confirmed as head of aging in HHS

July 06, 2009

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Kathy Greenlee, a strong proponent of home- and community-based services, as the next assistant secretary of aging in the Department of Health and Human Services.