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Insights for Aging Services Professionals

Nominate the People and Organizations You Think are Trailblazers in Aging
People of all stripes and in every corner of the country are making world-changing differences on the issues facing older adults. Each year, we celebrate them with a Trailblazers in Aging Award! Nominate a person or organization for their contribution to making aging well a reality for all. Nominations are due March 17.
Submit a Nomination Today!
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Join the fight against COVID-19 and flu
NCOA seeks organizations to conduct 6- or 12-month projects focused on vaccine education and vaccine uptake. Grants may be as large as $500,000 depending on scope.
Apply by March 1
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Benefits Access News

Boost Your Budget® Week starts April 10
We've updated the Boost Your Budget® Week toolkit with free, downloadable materials you can use to support your benefits education and outreach.
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2023 Medicare Part D Extra Help eligibility
Eligibility guidelines for the Part D Low-Income Subsidy/Extra Help have been updated for 2023. Keep our chart handy so you're using the most up-to-date information with your clients.
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More from the Center for Benefits Access
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Healthy Aging News

Track fidelity of evidence-based programs
High fidelity implementation of your programming helps achieve the intended health outcomes. Use our fidelity hubs to support your ACL-approved CDSME
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Effective falls prevention interventions
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have published an updated compendium on this issue, titled "What Works Well for Community-Dwelling Older Adults." View and download it for free.
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A free resource for caregivers in rural areas
The Rural Dementia Caregiver Project is running a free, online workshop designed to reduce stress and support the caregiving process. Please encourage caregivers who qualify to enroll.
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Home modification toolkit for professionals
Developed by the USC Fall Prevention Center of Excellence, this toolkit helps you inform and guide older adults and people with disabilities interested in home modification.
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More from the Center for Healthy Aging
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Events, Opportunities, and More

Cash prizes for Catalyst Awards winners
The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) is accepting applications for the 2023 Catalyst Awards. Applications are due Feb. 27.
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FNS expands senior nutrition program
Newly awarded grants will allow states to reach more eligible seniors by funding the $50 maximum benefit for the Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program.
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See how NCOA made a difference in FY22. Our Impact & Equity Report is now online.
See What We Achieved
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Ensure our success in FY23! Make a tax-deductible donation on our website.
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