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The Older Americans Act (OAA) Title III D Health Promotion: Evidence-Based Program code is 3900600.
The Older Americans Act (OAA) seeks to enable older individuals to maintain their well-being through locally developed community-based systems of services. The OAA Title III D Health Promotion: Evidence-Based Program provides a variety of evidence-based programs that have been proven to be effective for improving health and well-being or reducing disease and/or injury among older adults.
Title III D evidence-based health promotion programs include those related to the prevention and mitigation of the effects of chronic health conditions including but not limited to hypertension, arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and osteoporosis. Services also include programs focused on fall prevention, physical activity, mental health, and support for caregivers.
Individuals participate in services in a variety of settings including multipurpose senior centers, community centers, congregate nutrition sites, and in their homes.
The Program promotes healthy aging and maintenance of optimal physical, mental, and social well-being in older adults. An active healthy lifestyle can contribute to an older adult’s independence and quality of life.
Annual program funnding $2.7 million from:
October 1 – September 30
Federal funds are authorized in the Older Americans Act and have an end date of 9/30.
All Title III D programs must meet ACL’s evidence-based program requirements.
(Source: CA State Performance Reports FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 *Note: Data error identified and corrected past SPR 2023 submission)