Five Ways Congress Can Strengthen the Older Americans Act, and What Philanthropy Can Do
A fact sheet outlines how congress and philanthropy can work together to strengthen the Older Americans Act to better meet the social needs that COVID-19 revealed and match funding levels to the growth of the older population and the true cost of aging in America.
Topic:
Public Policy
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Issue Brief
Arts and Culture Issue Brief
For older people whose social networks are dwindling, arts and culture give opportunities to keep socially, civically, and mentally active in their communities. The arts provide a symbolic and emotionally expressive communication system for elders with cognitive limitations, allowing them to engage with their care partners and the larger community.
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Issue Brief