The Older Americans Act Expired On 9/30: What that Means
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Dan Adcock, Director of Government Policy and Research at the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare and one of the authors of the Older Americans Act reauthorization in 1992, wanted to see for himself how the Older Americans Act (OAA) affects seniors. So, he rode along with his father, Cliff, on his route as a Meals on Wheels volunteer in Escondido, California. His recent ride-along taught
him that delivering meals to seniors – many of whom were shut-ins – was not only a way to bring them lunch and/or dinner but also what may have been their only social interaction all day.
At the end of their two-and-a-half hour run, Dan thanked his dad for letting him accompany him on his route. The ride-along re-affirmed Dan's belief in a program that he had experienced as an advocate and policymaker, but never up close and in person. Seeing the seniors’ joy and gratitude for the sustenance and social contact he and his father provided enhanced his appreciation of Meals on Wheels, one of the
various important programs funded by the OAA.
Dan is just one of many who are reaching out to congress to reauthorize the OAA. The OAA helps millions of older adults each year by providing in-home support services that assist them to bathe, get dressed, or maintain a clean and safe home. It provides transportation programs to keep older adults engaged in the community, along with home-delivered meals (as described above) and much more for those 60 and
older. It expired yesterday, and the U.S. House is currently on recess. Ironically, today (the day after the OAA expired) is International Day of Older Persons!
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