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Older Americans deserve reliable support. Although Congress reauthorized the Older Americans Act (OAA) in 2020, many of its programs have remained unauthorized for more than a year.
I wrote to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions to express HHS’s support for reauthorizing the OAA at the funding levels included in the President’s FY 2027 Budget Request.
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Federal civil rights laws protect people (including newborn infants) with disabilities from discrimination in healthcare. Under OCR’s Rehabilitation Act Section 504 and ACA Section 1557 regulations, covered healthcare providers may not make medical treatment decisions based on biases or stereotypes about disability or on judgments that a person’s life has less value because of a disability.
Today, OCR underscored these protections and offered technical assistance in a letter to Texas hospitals treating a newborn with disabilities whose care is the subject of widespread public attention and court proceedings following an action by the Texas Attorney General. You can read the letter here: hhs.gov/civil-rights/for-pro…
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Join the joint meeting of ACL’s RAISE and SGRG Family Caregiving Councils on Wednesday, July 29. The meeting will review updates to the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers and vote to advance the revisions into federal clearance. acl.gov/news-and-events/anno… #Caregiving
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Families deserve to enjoy the holiday, make memories, and spend time together safely. By planning ahead and staying aware, we can help prevent tragedies and protect some of our most vulnerable loved ones.
As we prepare to celebrate America's 250th birthday, National Autism Coordinator Diana Diaz-Harrison and I have an important message for the autism community: stay vigilant around water.
Many autistic individuals are naturally drawn to water, and drowning remains a leading cause of death following wandering incidents. Families should be able to celebrate, make memories, and enjoy the holiday safely. By planning ahead and staying alert, we can prevent tragedies and protect our loved ones.
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Join Commit to Connect June 23-24 for the National Summit to Increase Social Connections, a two-day virtual event focused on the theme: “Champion Your Health: Social Connection as a Cornerstone of Prevention, Wellness, Healthy Aging, and Independence.” acl.gov/news-and-events/anno…
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At @johnknoxvillage, championing health means truly walking the walk.
To close out our #OlderAmericansMonth spotlight, we’re highlighting how @LeadingAge member John Knox Village in Pompano Beach, FL, turned purpose into action through an “I Walk for Parkinson’s” fundraiser that brought residents and staff together and raised more than $5,000 for Parkinson’s research and support.
As we wrap up OAM, LeadingAge is proud to spotlight the many ways members are championing health, connection, and well-being every day: ldng.ag/41BM9Fn
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Healthy aging starts with prevention! This Older Americans Month, discover how lifestyle changes & early detection can help you #ChampionYourHealth: go.cms.gov/4g0km7Z
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May is Older Americans Month and a time to celebrate the strength, wisdom, and contributions of older adults.
Let’s celebrate, listen, and invest in aging with dignity, safety, and access to the resources everyone deserves. #OlderAmericansMonth
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Happy #OlderAmericansMonth!
This year’s theme, #ChampionYourHealth, is a reminder that healthy aging starts with staying active. From line dancing to table tennis, volleyball and basketball, older adults in our community are proving it’s never too late to get moving.
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It’s not too late to join!
Now through June 15th, move for health, action, and #ElderJusitce
Register now: ncea.usc.edu/weaad/#move4wea…
#Move4WEAAD
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#OlderAmericansMonth is about championing health, and sometimes that looks like a great game of cornhole.
Communities like @LeadingAge members Westminster Canterbury-Shenandoah Valley, @Covenant_Living, and Presbyterian Senior Living-Pine Run Village show how movement, fun, and connection support wellness and independence at every age.
Get inspired to celebrate healthy aging—read about aqua Zumba, line dancing, and a scenic historical nature walk: ldng.ag/4m1J3lZ
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May is #OlderAmericansMonth, honoring the generations who built our communities and continue strengthening them. Last year, 130K+ AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteers served 29M+ hours supporting neighbors, mentoring kids, and more nationwide. We celebrate them today and every day!
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Champion your health during #OlderAmericansMonth! Prevention is the cornerstone of healthy aging and a yearly Wellness visit is a great time to talk to your doctor about ways you can stay healthy. Medicare covers a Wellness visit each year: go.medicare.gov/4mX83g0
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Join a 4/29 public meeting of the RAISE & SGRG Advisory Councils to hear how an evolving family caregiving landscape will inform updates to the National Strategy to Support Family Caregivers. No registration required. acl.gov/news-and-events/anno…
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This administration wants to inspire people to GET ACTIVE and EAT REAL FOOD. And that—is priceless.
I’ve teamed up with @KidRock to deliver two simple messages to the American people: GET ACTIVE + EAT REAL FOOD.
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President Trump has done more to protect public health than any president in history.
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On 6/4, join the ACL-funded National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center (NADRC) for the webinar: Life Experience Informing Careers in Dementia Services and Supports. acl.gov/news-and-events/anno…
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On #WorldDownSyndromeAwarenessDay, and during Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month #DDAM2025, we thank @SecKennedy for celebrating and affirming the dignity, lives, and contributions of individuals with Down Syndrome and their rights under the laws that OCR enforces.
Today, on #WorldDownSyndromeDay, we celebrate the incredible children and adults with Down syndrome and the families who love and support them. Every life is precious, full of promise, and worthy of protection. HHS is committed to supporting these families and ensuring easy access to the care and resources they deserve.
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You got me where I am today, and I will not let you down. Thank you to the MAHA moms who participated in our first MAHA Commission roundtable. 🙏
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Great discussion today with @ConsumerBrands CEOs of @KraftHeinzCo @GeneralMills @TysonFoods @KelloggsUS @smuckers and @PepsiCo on advancing food safety and radical transparency to protect the health of all Americans, especially our children. We will strengthen consumer trust by getting toxins out of our food. Let’s Make America Healthy Again.
