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Two New Centers Earn Accreditation

Congratulations to Danvers Senior Center, MA, and Monroe Center for Healthy Aging, MI, which have earned National Senior Center Accreditation.

Get Involved with the Leadership of NISC!

Do you want to make a difference for senior centers across the country—and gain skills and leadership experience to advance your own career? NISC offers the perfect opportunity. All NISC members are invited to apply for open positions on the NISC Leadership Group.

Noted Attorney Offers Online Eldercare Dictionary

Walter Feldesman, a prominent New York attorney, is making the third edition of his Dictionary of Eldercare Terminology available online through NCOA’s website.

Leslie Fried

Leslie Fried advocates for improved access to Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP, and other public benefits for disadvantaged older adults.

Six creative benefits outreach strategies

Here are six creative (and successful) approaches MIPPA grantees used to connect with older adults and persons with disabilities and enroll them in benefits.

Refusing to give up on a vulnerable older adult

Mr. K, 61, came to the Economic Security Initiative (ESI) through a referral from an AgeOptions Information and Assistance counselor. After 14 hours of assistance, Mr. K now receives benefits valued at $18,000/yr.

Stretching Every Dollar

Health problems had Ms. A relying on just $11,284 a year in income. After a visit to one of NCOA's Economic Security Service Centers, that more than doubled—and she's back at work. See what happened.

Next Steps in the Federal Budget Debate

Before leaving for spring recess, the House and Senate passed their respective budget resolutions and approved legislation to fund the government through September.

Federal Budget Debates Leave Falls Prevention Funding Hanging

Congress is trying to both finalize FY 2013 funding and set priorities for FY 2014. Where does that leave funding for fall prevention?

Side-by-Side Comparison of House and Senate FY14 Budget Resolutions

The House and Senate FY14 budget resolutions offer starkly different approaches to federal spending and deficit reduction. Learn more about each proposal.

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