Spotlight: Older Americans Act

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Article Publication Date: 
2/4/2019
Summary: 
This brief highlights the critical services provided by the Older Americans Act (OAA). It also reviews the current funding challenges the program faces in light of rising inflation and increased demand for services from a growing population of older adults. The OAA was last renewed in 2016 for three years and is up for renewal again in 2019.
Article Author: 
Ujvari, Kathleen; Fox-Grage, Wendy; Houser, Ari
Topics: 
Employment Programs; Long Term Services and Supports; Transportation
Congregate meals
elder abuse protection
caregiver supports
Types/Tools: 
Reports
Populations: 
Aging/Older Adults
Sources: 
AARP Public Policy Institute
Programs/Initiatives: 
Older Americans Act (OAA)
States: 
All States/Territories
Keywords: 
OAA
Older Americans Act
OAA Reauthorization

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AARP Public Policy Institute
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Phone: 
202-424-3890

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