
Executive Director
On Lok, Inc.
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Jennie Chin Hansen is an active advisor, advocate, and consultant on
issues important to older Americans, including dementia and health
equity. From 1990-1995, Jennie was executive director of On Lok, Inc.,
which pioneered the innovative concept of community-based medical and
social services for frail seniors living at home. On Lok was the prototype for
PACE, which was enshrined into federal law in 1997 and unlocked Medicare
and Medicaid funding for tens of thousands of older adults with complex
needs. Jennie recently served as CEO of the American Geriatrics Society and
was president of AARP during the negotiations and development of the
Affordable Care Act.