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July 15, 2026, Arlington, Virginia—The National Council on Aging (NCOA), the national voice for every person’s right to age well, commends the Senate for passing S. 2120, which reauthorizes the Older Americans Act (OAA) for four years.  

“The Older Americans Act is the foundation that supports our nation’s older adults to stay healthy and independent in their own homes and communities,” said Ramsey Alwin, NCOA President and CEO. “Every day in America, over 12,000 people turn 65. As more of us enjoy longer lives, the OAA is essential to ensuring every person can age with dignity.” 

Enacted in 1965 as a companion to the Medicare and Medicaid Act, OAA authorizes programs and strategies for:  

• Home-delivered and group meals at senior centers, which keep older adults healthy, connected, and free of hunger 
• Job training and placement for older workers through the Senior Community Service Employment Program 
• Falls prevention programs that have been proven to reduce falls and prevent injuries and hospitalizations   
• Caregiver support for the millions of families who are caring for aging loved ones 
• Transportation services to enable older adults to travel to medical appointments  
• Legal assistance and elder abuse prevention to protect older adults from harm 

We urge the House of Representatives to pass this bipartisan legislation this year to protect and strengthen these important programs and services offered across the country through the aging network. 

About NCOA:  

The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is the national voice for every person’s right to age well. Working with thousands of national and local partners, we provide resources, best practices, and advocacy to create the conditions for all to age well today and into the future. Founded in 1950, we are the oldest national organization focused on older adults. Learn more at www.ncoa.org and @NCOAging. 

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