Having trouble viewing this email or want to view it in your browser? Click here!

September is National Senior Center Month, an opportunity to promote a positive image of aging, highlight how senior centers improve the lives of older adults, and create interest for potential participants and partners. This year's theme is "Powering Connections," and we have a toolkit full of resources to help promote senior centers in your community. Start planning today so you're ready on Sept. 1!

Clear differences in FY25 funding goals

Despite more than a decade of underfunding federal programs, a House committee has pushed for cuts to many programs older adults rely on. Meanwhile, Senators want to maintain funding at current levels or make some increases.

Learn more about the proposed funding

NCOA seeks swift passage of S. 4776

The Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions approved S. 4776, the Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act of 2024. The bill would fund senior centers, healthy aging programs, support for older workers, and more.

Here's what will happen next

Comment on proposed rule changes

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is seeking public comment on the 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule. It includes provisions for caregiver training, incentives for outpatient providers to offer preventative services, and more.

Comment by Sept. 9

AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP

One of the largest senior volunteer organizations in the nation, AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP, is seeking applicants for a grant to assist with community needs like caregiver support, job readiness, scam prevention, and more.

Applications are due Sept. 18

251 18th Street South, Suite 500 | Arlington, VA 22202

©2024 National Council on Aging, Inc.

If you believe you received this message in error or wish to no longer receive email from us, please unsubscribe.