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What was the main concern that led to the passing of the Older Americans Act (OAA) in 1965?
What was the main concern that led to the passing of the Older Americans Act (OAA) in 1965?
- Inadequate healthcare facilities for older persons
- Lack of community social services for older persons (correct)
- Limited access to affordable housing for older persons
- Insufficient transportation options for older persons
What did the original Older Americans Act (OAA) legislation establish authority for?
What did the original Older Americans Act (OAA) legislation establish authority for?
- Funding for healthcare facilities for older persons
- Support for affordable housing initiatives
- Development of technology for older persons
- Grants to states for community planning and social services (correct)
What federal agency was established to administer the grant programs created by the Older Americans Act (OAA)?
What federal agency was established to administer the grant programs created by the Older Americans Act (OAA)?
- Administration on Aging (AoA) (correct)
- Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
- National Institute on Aging (NIA)
- Social Security Administration (SSA)
What is the Older Americans Act (OAA) considered to be today?
What is the Older Americans Act (OAA) considered to be today?
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How many state agencies on aging are part of the national network authorized by the Older Americans Act (OAA)?
How many state agencies on aging are part of the national network authorized by the Older Americans Act (OAA)?
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