For decades, Senior Corps RSVP has engaged older Americans in volunteer service that meets national and community needs and delivers lasting, mea

Wednesday, August 12, 2020 12:30-4:30 PM ET

The Profile of Older Americans is an annual summary of the available statistics related to the older population in the United States. Principal sources of data are the U.S. Census Bureau, the National Center for Health Statistics, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Profile illustrates the shifting demographics of Americans age 65 and older. It includes key topic areas such as income, living arrangements, education, health, and caregiving. This year's report includes special sections on obesity as well as aerobic activity and muscle-strengthening activities.

 

The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging (NRCNA) has launched a Technical Assistance and Training Needs Assessment Survey to give aging and nutrition professionals the opportunity to share how the NRCNA can better serve your future training and learning needs.

This month, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. This landmark legislation protects the rights of people with disabilities of all ages and has helped reshape our nation in ways that benefit all Americans.

Here's what's new on our COVID-19 resource page: 

  July 16, 2020, 12:30-4:30 PM ET  ACL is pleased to announce the fourth full council meeting of the RAISE Family Caregiving Advisory Council, established by the Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage (RAISE) Family Caregivers Act. The agenda for the meeting will be posted on the RAISE webpage prior to the meeting.

Here's what's new on our COVID-19 resource page:    Bringing it all together: The "Guidance for ACL Grantees" section now includes a document with all of ACL's coronavirus-related Older Americans Act guidance.