OAA provides funding for a broad range of programs and services that enable older adults to enjoy healthy, productive, and independent lives in their homes and communities. Many of the services and programs funded by the OAA are for adults over 65, but there are also programs such as The National Family Caregiver Support Program, and the Alzheimer’s Disease Programs Initiative (ADPI) that serve adult family members or other informal caregivers aged 18 and older providing care to individuals of any age with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Current funding for OAA programs and services expires in FY24 and must be reauthorized by the current Congress. The House Appropriations Committee's FY25 funding bill, released this summer, included significant cuts to several OAA funded programs such as the CDC’s falls prevention programs and level funding for the National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP). In contrast Senate funding proposals would increase NFCSP funding and maintain or increase funding levels for most other programs. Continued funding for OAA programs is critical to help safeguard the health and well-being of millions of older Americans. Funding for programs such as the The National Family Caregiver Support Program, and the Alzheimer’s Disease Programs Initiative have direct benefits for individuals and families living with FTD and must not be cut. Reauthorize funding for OAA Programs and Services at or above FY24 levels!!

Funding for OAA programs and services is essential to support the well-being and independence of older adults in our communities. From falls prevention programs to Alzheimer's disease initiatives, these vital services provide crucial assistance to millions of individuals and families across the nation, including people living with a young-onset dementia such as FTD. As we approach the expiration of current funding in FY24, it is imperative that Congress reauthorizes funding for OAA programs at or above the levels established in previous years. The House Appropriations Committee's proposed cuts to key programs like the National Family Caregiver Support Program are concerning, but Senate proposals offer hope for increased funding to support these critical services. Let's come together to ensure that older adults continue to receive the support they need to thrive and remain healthy in their homes and communities. Reauthorize funding for OAA programs and services now!