Food Insecurity Food Insecurity Food insecurity is a lack of consistent access to enough nutritious food to live an active, healthy life. Nutrition programs can identify and address food insecurity among older adults in their local communities. …
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Basics of Congregate Basics of Congregate Congregate meal programs provide healthy meals served in group settings. They aim to keep older adults healthy and independent, offer opportunities for social engagement, and connect people with other supports and …
Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers (MIPPA) About MIPPA The Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act (MIPPA) program helps Medicare beneficiaries with limited income and assets learn about programs that may save them money on their …
Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed Service ACL coined the term “person-centered, trauma-informed,” or PCTI, in 2015 to describe a goal. PCTI was envisioned as a holistic approach to providing services. It would promote dignity, strength, and empowerment of …
We All Have a Role to Play During National Family Caregivers Month Tue, 11/30/2021 - 12:00 It’s fitting that National Family Caregivers Month is celebrated at the same time as Thanksgiving. Last week, we paused as a nation to gather with our families and …
Avoiding a Fall Did you know that one in three older Americans falls every year? Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people aged 65+. Falls can result in hip fractures, broken bones, and head injuries and significant loss …
Memorandum to Grantees of ACL Older Americans Act State Unit on Aging Grants To further assist ACL Grantees with the federal requirements around Cash Drawdowns found in 2 CFR Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit …
NCAPPS Awards Second Technical Assistance Cohort Mon, 09/27/2021 - 12:00 The National Center on Advancing Person-Centered Practices and Systems (NCAPPS) is pleased to announce the next round of 10 states and territories that will be receiving 100 hours of …
Emergency Preparedness Disasters and other emergencies can happen at anytime, anywhere, and vary in magnitude. Older adults and people with disabilities often have unique needs during a crisis. For example, approximately half of those over age 65 have two …
