This week is Active Aging Week, a time to celebrate active lifestyles for older adults. As part of the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), we are also celebrating the 50th anniversary of USAging. This year’s special anniversary theme is "Helping You Live Long and Stay Strong." If you

#AreaAgenciesOnAging are in every U.S. community—helping #OlderAdults live well at home & supporting family #caregivers. Council on Aging: (513) 721-1025, help4seniors.org #LiveLongStayStrong #AgingWell

Today is #AgeismAwarenessDay. At USAging, we celebrate the strength, wisdom and contributions of #OlderAdults. #AgeismAwarenessDay is a reminder to rethink #aging. Let’s build a culture that embraces aging, supports older adults & recognizes the lifelong potential in all of us.

USAging’s CEO #SandyMarkwood joined The 🎙️🏴‍☠️Doug Wagner🏌️🏼‍♂️🍺 Show to talk about the critical work of #AAAs and how they’re shaping the future of #aging in America. Tune in to hear her insights on supporting #OlderAdults and #caregivers nationwide: ow.ly/tY6v50X7X22.

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Did you know in every community across the US, Area Agencies on Aging are here to help older adults live well & independently at home —& to support family caregivers. From nutritious meals to transportation, home modifications and caregiver resources, we’re here to make help!

USAging’s Helping You #LiveLongAndStayStrong campaign continues to spotlight how #AAAs support #OlderAdults and #caregivers. Join us by sharing social media messages from the campaign toolkit. Let’s raise awareness together—explore the toolkit: ow.ly/Mj1850X7X3H.

Don’t miss your opportunity to be featured in USAging’s Caregiver Services and Supports Innovations Hub! If your organization offers a service or intervention that strengthens supports for #caregivers submit it by 10/31. ow.ly/fFE350X9Xii

Are you a young leader passionate about connecting generations? Apply for our Intergenerational Leadership Accelerator Program—a new fellowship for emerging changemakers (ages 18–30) who are creating, leading, or supporting intergenerational initiatives. buff.ly/Kppvd1j

Join USAging's Transportation and Mobility initiative for our webinar on 10/28 at 3 PM ET highlighting the innovative ways #AAAs are improving local #transportation for #OlderAdults, people with disabilities and #caregivers. Register now: bit.ly/4mRhrjy. #MembersOnly

Join us tomorrow 10/16 at 3 PM ET for TFAH’s Age-Friendly Public Health Systems Training: Dementia Friendly. Hear from Mary Ek, Director of DFA on integrating #DementiaFriendly practices into #AgeFriendly frameworks. ow.ly/3ksF50XbNvZ

.Area Agency on Aging 3’s DISH program offers #OlderAdults a new way to dine and connect—redeeming meals at 30+ local restaurants while joining DISH Dining Clubs for friendship and learning. A 2025 AIA Award winner! ow.ly/1Ck150XbmN0 Thanks to Caregiving.com & Cumulus.

NEW REPORT: Grandparents & relatives raising children save taxpayers $10.5B a year by keeping kids out of foster care, but at great personal cost. Many live on fixed incomes, step in after trauma or loss, & get little support. Families need help now. 🔗 buff.ly/qZg6Agy

Don't forget to register for our webinar on 10/28 at 3 PM ET! You’ll hear directly from #AAA leaders as they share their experiences and offer ideas and inspiration to help your agency strengthen its #transportation & #mobility efforts. bit.ly/4mRhrjy #MembersOnly

Great overview of the work Dementia Friendly America does and how it can help us walk towards people with #dementia instead of away from them. Check it out and register for their #DementiaFriendsgiving virtual event today! ⯈ Watch: youtu.be/lw-ncPejr00 ⯈ Register: dfamerica.org/friendsgiving/

#MemberSpotlight: USAging launched a national campaign to highlight Area Agencies on Aging and their role in helping older adults live independently through services like wellness classes, caregiver support, and Medicare navigation. Read more. hmenews.com/article/usagin…

Our member #RegionIVAAA is flipping the script on #aging! CEO Christine Vanlandingham and team are leading with purpose, connection and care. ow.ly/RqoL50XeaLL #FlipTheScript #HealthyAging #MemberSpotlight

The 2025 Aging Innovations Awards Video Series is live! Check out our showcase of 15 award-winning programs created by USAging members that improve lives and strengthen communities. Watch now: usaging.org/2025-aging-inn…. Thanks to Caregiving.com & Cumulus.

#USAging26: Call for Sessions Now OPEN! Submit a proposal for a Conference session highlighting your innovative programs and strategies by the 12/5 deadline. For more information and to submit your proposal, visit ow.ly/AhnA50Xf62g.