The Administration for Community Living (ACL) is offering a grant to fund the National Resource Center on Engaging Older Adults for five years. The goal is to combat social isolation and loneliness among older adults, which negatively affect health and increase the risk of death. Research shows that social engagement improves life quality, maintains cognitive skills, and promotes better health. The center will provide information and resources to help older adults stay socially active throug… Show More

ACL will hold a competition to fund one cooperative agreement to continue operation of the National Resource Center on Engaging Older Adults for the next five years. Recently much has been learned about the individual and societal impact of social isolation and loneliness. A large body of litera… Show More