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The Latest in Public Policy & Action

Let’s Stop Elder Abuse

June 14 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. You can use this event to raise awareness by hosting a screening of An Age for Justice, a short documentary that tells the real story of elder abuse in America.

Host a Screening >>

Senators Show Support for OAA Funding

More than two dozen Senators have signed onto a letter by Sen. Sanders (I-VT) to Senate appropriators calling for a 12% increase for the Older Americans Act (OAA).

See Who >>

CDSMP Funding Cut in Prevention & Public Health Fund

NCOA and aging advocates are deeply disappointed that FY13 Prevention & Public Health Fund allocations for the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) were cut from $10 million to $7.1 million, and funding for elder falls prevention was not included. We're urging $10 million for each program in FY14.

See a Table of Fund Allocations >>

Immigration Reform and the Aging Network

As Congress considers comprehensive immigration reform, there’s a role for the aging network. Read our new issue brief and listen to a webinar on this hot topic.

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Policy News

Get the latest news on policy issues affecting older adults.

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President Releases Fiscal Year 2014 Budget Proposal

The president's plan would stabilize the debt with twice as many spending cuts as revenue increases. Vulnerable seniors, children, and their families would see additional decreases in programs and benefits they rely upon.

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NCOA Statement on President Obama’s Proposed Budget

NCOA is pleased that the President’s budget eliminates the sequester cuts to critical programs like Meals on Wheels and other Older Americans Act services, elderly housing, and other vital senior services. It is unfortunate that cuts are proposed for low-income energy assistance and senior job training and placement programs.

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Public Policy Priorities

See the issues we're fighting for in the 113th Congress, including the budget, Older Americans Act, and long-term services and supports.