The Administration for Community Living (ACL) conducted a three-part evaluation of its Title III-C Nutrition Services Program (NSP). The newest report, Client Outcome Study: Part II, is now available. The client outcome study has been released in two parts. Client Outcome Study: Part I,…
Toolkit: Health and Health Care Utilization Findings from the Nutrition Services Program Outcomes Evaluation
The Title III-C Nutrition Services Program (NSP) under the Older Americans Act (OAA) represents a key component of America’s strategy for ensuring that the health and social needs of older adults are adequately met. By promoting access to nutritious meals,…
Across the States 2018: Profiles of Long-Term Services and Supports
Across the States 2018 is a reference book which provides data and analysis on LTSS in each state. The report compiles comparable state-level and national data from a large number of studies and data sources. Topics covered include: age demographics…
Webinar: Addressing Social Determinants of Health in Primary Care
Although a growing body of research suggests that social determinants of health—social, functional, environmental, cultural and psychological factors—are intricately linked to health and wellness, our fragmented medical and social services are underequipped to address these needs. The Ambulatory Integration of…
Free Online Course: Screen & Intervene: Addressing Food Insecurity Among Older Adults
The Food Research & Action Center and AARP Foundation released a free, online course, “Screen & Intervene: Addressing Food Insecurity Among Older Adults,” to educate health care and community-based providers around the country about the extent of senior hunger and…
Report on the Evaluation of Home and Community-Based Support Services for Older American Indians, Alaskan Natives, and Native Hawaiians
In 2016 ACL/AoA contracted ICF International (ICF) to conduct a participatory evaluation of the Title VI Grant Program, which provides home and community-based supportive services for older American Indian, Alaskan Native, and Native Hawaiian populations. The evaluation seeks to answer…
Webinar: The State of the States: Key Data on State Medicaid Long-Term Services and Supports Programs
As the primary payer for long-term services and supports (LTSS) in the U.S., Medicaid accounts for more than 50 percent of all public and private spending on LTSS. For states, paying for LTSS represents a steep financial commitment. Medicaid-funded LTSS…
Webinar: Social isolation: Impact and Age-Friendly Interventions
Loneliness or social isolation among older adults has been demonstrated to adversely impact both mental and physical wellbeing. Recent studies have outlined that social isolation among older adults is associated with increased health care spending by Medicare. Some suggest that…
Toolkit: Exploring the New Older Adults and In-Home Safety Report
This webinar allowed participants to learn about the new Older Adults and In-Home Safety report funded through Meals on Wheels America’s strategic partnership with The Home Depot Foundation. In an ongoing effort to provide the Aging Network with the tools…
Webinar: Strengthening Long-Term Services and Supports: Reform Strategies for States
Long-term services and supports (LTSS) enable more than 12 million Americans to meet their personal care needs and live with dignity and independence in various community and institutional settings. With Medicaid LTSS costs totaling more than $140 billion annually and…
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