Today the Administration for Community Living awarded two grants totaling $125 million to rapidly increase the number of older adults and people with disabilities who have received the updated COVID-19 vaccine and annual flu vaccine. These programs will distribute funding and leverage partnerships across the aging and disability networks to host community vaccine clinics, provide in-home vaccinations, provide transportation to vaccination sites, conduct outreach and education to older adults a

The White House has announced a new limited round of free at-home COVID-19 tests for the winter. Households can now order either standard at-home tests or tests that are more accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. Shipping is free.

On December 15, Acting Administrator Alison Barkoff participated in a conversation on POLITICO Live about the recent release of the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers. The conversation focused on how federal action can improve the lives of family caregivers across America.

Every March, ACL recognizes its Senior Nutrition Program, which has supported nutrition services for older Americans since 1972. We celebrate the many accomplishments of the national and local programs, we promote how nutrition services support independence, and we highlight important topics in senior nutrition.

Join the Housing and Services Resource Center (HSRC) to learn how state and local systems can develop lasting cross-sector partnerships to increase access to accessible, affordable housing and supportive services for people with disabilities, older adults, and people at risk of or experiencing homelessness.

New funding opportunities from ACL's National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) have been announced for the Switzer Research Fellowships Program.

ACL’s Office of Nutrition and Health Promotion Programs is seeking reviewers for two grant reviews.

In this National Center on Advancing Person-Centered Practices and Systems (NCAPPS) webinar, couples with disabilities and disability advocates will share their experiences and discuss how to support and advocate for people with disabilities who want to get married.

The White House is hosting a special virtual town hall event this week about the importance of all Americans – especially those ages 50 and older – getting an updated COVID-19 vaccine, so families can have protection and peace of mind as they get together for the holidays. The event will feature opening remarks from First Lady Jill Biden, and Q&A with Dr. Ashish Jha and Dr. Anthony Fauci. 

Thursday, December 8, 2022 | 12-4 PM ET