National Council on Aging

NCOA Commits to Working with Trump Administration and New Congress to Make Aging Well a National Imperative

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NCOA Commits to Working with Trump Administration and New Congress to Make Aging Well a National Imperative

Key Takeaways NCOA is ready to work with newly elected policymakers to ensure every American can age with health and economic well-being. With 11,000 Americans turning 65 every day, aging well must be a national imperative for the Trump Administration and new Congress. Since 1950, NCOA has partnered with every Administration to improve the lives … Read more

Assisted living facilities fall short when caring for aging US population, witnesses tell senators

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Assisted living facilities fall short when caring for aging US population, witnesses tell senators

The American population is aging — by 2060, nearly one in four Americans will be 65 or older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Assisted living facilities are already inadequately prepared for the aging population, witnesses told a Senate panel during a Thursday hearing.  Patricia Vessenmeyer, who testified at the hearing, assisted her husband, John … Read more