Direct News And Events
Falls Prevention Awareness Week
Falls Prevention Awareness Week runs from September 18-22, marking its 16th year by NCOA and partners. But our grant-backed programs offer year-round home assessments, targeting hazards to boost safety, accessibility, and functional living for aging-in-place
Cost of Living Increase for 2023
The Social Security Administration announced today, October 13th, 2022, that Social Security benefits will increase by more than $140 per month starting in January 2023. The 8.7 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will impact more than 7 million SSI beneficiaries.
New Program Helps Aging Adults Stand Up to Falls
The Rural Home Access Program specifically address the needs of aging homeowners, many of who need financial assistance to make accessibility and safety changes to their homes.