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For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
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We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why aging well matters now more than ever.
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AGING WELL: SEE ALL TOPICS
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES: SEE ALL TOPICS
Professional Resources
Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
ABOUT US
About NCOA
We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why aging well matters now more than ever.
GET INVOLVED
Help NCOA Make an Impact
Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

Older Americans Act News

The Older Americans Act (OAA) funds critical services that keep our nation's seniors healthy and independent—services like meals, job training, senior centers, health promotion, benefits enrollment, caregiver support, transportation, and more.

The Background and History of the Older Americans Act

Aug 10, 2026

Learn more about the Older Americans Act and how it addresses the social services needs of older adults.

Strengthen and Protect the Older Americans Act

The OAA is the backbone of federal aging policy. It provides funding and rules for senior center activities, nutrition programs, health education programs, benefits counseling, caregiver support, job training and placement, elder rights protections, and more.

Tell your members of Congress why these things matter to you.

Current Federal Budget and Appropriations for Aging Services Programs

Sep 14, 2026

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Why the Older Americans Act Matters

Aug 10, 2026

NCOA Older Americans Act Reauthorization Priorities

Jul 21, 2026

Older Americans Act Reauthorization: Senate Advances Bill Endorsed by NCOA

Jul 21, 2026

Protect OAA Funding

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Help protect the federal funding needed to help support older adults, families, and communities. Fight for the Older Americans Act today.

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