The Role of the Older Americans Act in Providing Long-Term Care

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Article Publication Date: 
10/20/2008
Summary: 
The Older Americans Act (OAA) gave rise to important HCBS programs such as the Choices for Independence initiative, ADRCs, and Nursing Home Diversion grants. Here is a concise summary of the legislation, its reauthorization in 2006, and data on the types of support provided under these programs, recipients, and expenditures.
Article Author: 
Accius, Jean
Topics: 
Resource Center
Populations: 
Aging/Older Adults; Advocates
Programs/Initiatives: 
Older Americans Act (OAA)
Choices for Independence; nutrition; disease prevention; 2006 Reauthorization of OAA;

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Jean Accius
AARP Public Policy Institute
MA
ppi@aarp.org
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202-434-3840

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