Aging advocates, community leaders, healthcare professionals, and others gathered on August 21st for the 3rd annual Aging Summit hosted by AgeGuide. This year’s Aging Summit focused on advancing economic resilience across the lifespan.

At AgeGuide, we decided to dive into this topic after the 2023 World Economic Forum’s report highlighted three longevity literacy principles and actions to fund our longer lives as the global population ages. Embracing these principles can significantly improve our financial and social outcomes. 

As the weather cools down, it’s time for cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice, and falls prevention! Falls are a leading cause of injuries, hospitalizations, and worse in older adults. AgeGuide hopes to inspire and promote proactive strategies to safeguard the health and well-being of older adults.

Every year, millions of older adults suffer from falls, leading to injuries, hospitalizations, and a decline in overall health. In recognition of Falls Prevention Awareness Month, AgeGuide and its partners raise awareness of falls in hopes of inspiring and promoting proactive strategies to safeguard the health and well-being of older adults. 

Recess is over, Congress is back in session, and it’s time to advocate! Two action alerts need your attention. Please click each link to send a message to your representatives. 

1.     Older Americans Act (OAA) Reauthorization

OAA authorization expires at the end of FY 2024. Policymakers need to update the Act, which supports millions of older adults and caregivers, and is the foundation of the Aging Network. Advocate now to help ensure the reauthorization of the Older Americans Act. 

2.     Federal Budget for Older Americans Act Programs

The Senate and House each released their proposed FY 2025 appropriations levels. The Senate Bill contains fewer cuts to older adult services than the House Bill.  Congress will begin negotiations between the two bills on October 1.

Send a letter today to support funding for older adults and caregivers.

September is here, and that means it’s time to shine a spotlight on Senior Center & Healthy Aging Month—a special time to celebrate the incredible role senior centers play in promoting the well-being of older adults. Whether it's fostering social connections, providing health resources, or offering activities that keep us active and engaged, these centers are at the heart of every community's efforts to support older adults.

This month is an opportunity to recognize the vital services that help older adults live their best lives—full of purpose, joy, and connection. It's also a reminder of the key issues impacting all of us as we age, from maintaining physical health to navigating the challenges of aging

AgeGuide is celebrating Senior Center Month by focusing on a vital resource that is the heart of community: Multipurpose Senior Centers. In this episode, Gretchen and Irene discuss the essential role these centers play in supporting older adults and connecting them to critical services.

Listen to the episode to discover the exciting initiatives happening through AgeGuide's senior center partners and how they foster meaningful community connections.

• Ageism Awareness Day is on October 9th this year; this day provides an opportunity to draw attention to the existence and impact of ageism in our society. To learn more about Ageism Awareness Day, please follow this link to the American Society on Aging's website.
• Scammers are becoming more sophisticated, so it’s important that we stay one step ahead. In this podcast episode, get essential tips from Crystal Cuellar, Rachel Granetz, and Val Guzman on how to protect yourself against scams and how to find help in case you witness abuse. Take a listen now to hear about how AgeGuide’s funded partners and other community helpers can assist you.  

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