Correspondences on Addressing the Plight of the Elderly Poor in 1968, 1968-01-20

In The document, LaDonna Harris, Chairman of the Women's Advisory Council on Poverty, discusses the issue of elderly poverty and the need to raise awareness about it. She suggests launching programs similar to Operation Reason in Baltimore and encourages private groups to take action without federal funding. Genevieve Blatt, Assistant Director of the Office of Economic Opportunity, highlights the challenges faced by elderly women in poverty and emphasizes the need for support from women's organizations. She also mentions the limited government aid available for the elderly poor. Additionally, a letter from Mr. John R. O'Donnell expresses admiration for the VISTA program and discusses the upcoming Conference on Women in the War on Poverty. Harris expresses interest in O'Donnell's experience in bridging the communication gap between the poor and nonpoor.