2025 News Archive


2025 Press Releases and Statements

New Findings From the 2025 National Survey of Area Agencies on Aging 
| December 11, 2025

During Healthy Aging Month, USAging Educates Older Adults About Health and Wellness Services Provided by Area Agencies on Aging | September 23, 2025


USAging and BetterAge Announce Strategic Partnership to Transform the Future of Aging—Together | September 8, 2025

USAging Announces New President and Board of Directors | July 23, 2025

United Disabilities Services Honored with The John A. Hartford Foundation 2025 Business Innovation Award | July 22, 2025

Innovative Programs Helping Older Adults Age in Place Earn National Recognition from USAging | July 21, 2025

Otsego County Office for the Aging Case Manager Christy Harasimowicz â€‹Receives Community Champion Award | July 20, 2025

USAging Campaign Recognized by 2025 National Mature Media Awards | July 16, 2025

National Aging Services Organizations Mark 60th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act by Calling on Congress to Protect and Increase Funding for Vital Programs | July 14, 2025

Statement by Sandy Markwood, CEO, USAging on the Passage of the OBBBA and Its Impact on Older Adults | July 8, 2025

National Aging Services Organizations Call for Day of Action in Honor of 60th Anniversary of the Older Americans Act on July 14 | July 7, 2025

Area Agency on Aging Leader to Testify on Healthy Aging, Preventing Falls at Senate Aging Committee Hearing | June 25, 2025

USAging Announces New Public Awareness Campaign to Raise Visibility of Area Agencies on Aging | June 24, 2025

Great News for the Older Americans Act: A Statement From USAging CEO Sandy Markwood | May 30, 2025

USAging and 50+ National Groups Call on Congress to Protect the Older Americans Act | May 22, 2025

Older Americans’ Services At Risk or Eliminated in Trump Proposed Budget | April 21, 2025

Federal Firings’ Impact on Local In-Home Care, Nutrition, Transportation for Older Adults | April 2, 2025

Statement by Sandy Markwood, CEO, USAging on the Reorganization of HHS | March 28, 2025

 

2025 News Stories

Peninsula Agency on Aging CEO retires after 41 years
December 30, 2025 | Daily Press

National survey: 7 in 10 AAAs now have wait lists for key aging services
December 18, 2025 | McKnight's Home Care

Grupos de salud buscan contrarrestar el creciente “escándalo nacional” sobre la falta de vivienda entre las personas mayores
December 16, 2025 | El Nuevo Herald

New Findings From the 2025 National Survey of Area Agencies on Aging
December 11, 2025 | Washington Business Observer

Celebrate Friendsgiving With Person With Dementia
November 24, 2025 | Chicago Sun Times

What's New in Aging
November 21, 2025 | Next Avenue

Sandy Markwood - Area Agencies on Aging
October 1, 2025 | The Doug Wagner Show

What’s Next Longevity Deal Talk (Episode 39)
September 26, 2025 | Mary Furlong and Associates

Rising Housing Costs Are Pushing More Seniors Into Homelessness
September 10, 2025 | NPR

43 Days To Reauthorize The Older Americans Act
August 18, 2025 | RI News Today

Amid Growing 'Scandal' Of Elder Homelessness, Health Care Groups Aim To Help
August 16, 2025 | NPR

Free Ring Doorbell Program May Help Some Pompano Seniors
August 13, 2025 | TAPinto Pompano Beach

Does Medicare Or Medicaid Cover Companion Care?
July 11, 2025 | Senior Living

Area Agencies On Aging
July 11, 2025 | Senior Living

Making Dementia-Friendly Libraries
June 25, 2025 | Programming Librarian

‘A Purpose In This World’: Older Adults Fear Elimination Of Program That Helps Them Find Work
June 23, 2025 | Stateline

How Senior Living Communities Reduce Loneliness And Improve Senior Health: 2025 U.S. News Survey Report
June 10, 2025 | WTOP News

Tooele County Aging Services Staffer Gets Big Honor From National Organization
June 8, 2025 | KSL.com

Memory Cafes Offer Camaraderie And Fun for People With Dementia—And Their Caregivers
May 31, 2025 | NPR

Illinois Senior Advocacy Groups, Department On Aging Urge Congress To Fully Fund Older Americans Act
May 20, 2025 | WAND-TV

Senior Service Providers Lobby In IL Capitol for Federal Funding
May 20, 2025 | WCIA-TV

Illinois Agencies On Aging Ring Alarm Bell For Possible Federal Funding Cuts
May 20, 2025 | WICS-TV ABC 20

As Michigan Ages, Funding Gaps Widen For Senior Centers. Some Call For Change.
May 9, 2025 | Bridge Michigan

When It Comes to Social Security and Medicare, This Is What the Nation’s Top Experts On Aging Worry About
May 3, 2025 | Market Watch

ElderSource CEO: Integrity, Essential Programs Of Older Americans Act Must Be Protected
May 2, 2025 | The Florida Times-Union

Unwinding The Safety Net
May 2, 2025 | Next Avenue

Trump Cuts Threaten Agency Running Meals On Wheels
April 30, 2025 | The News York Times

Proposed Federal Budget Could Put Real Services Funding At Risk
April 24, 2025 |  ABC 57

Trump Cuts Threaten Meals On Wheels, Other Aid For People With Disabilities And The Aging
April 24, 2025 |  The Seattle Times 

Dementia-Friendly Communities As A Catalyst for Cross-Sector Collaboration
April 16, 2025 | Generations Journal (American Society Aging)

How Senior Living Communities Reduce Loneliness And Improve Senior Health: 2025 U.S. News Survey Report
March 11, 2025 | U.S. News & World Report

Facing Cuts, Non-Profits Talk Advocacy And Planning
March 9, 2025 | 94.9 WSJM

What Is Respite Care And Where Can I Find Respite Caregivers Near Me?
March 5, 2025 | U.S. News & World Report

Aging Unfiltered: Dementia Friendly America
February 26, 2025 | Aging Unfiltered by AgeGuide

What We Do—Resident/Consumer Rights And Resources
February 26, 2025 | River Cities Tribune & Register

On Homelessness, Housing And How We Got Here
February 18, 2025 | Generations Now (American Society Aging)

Chautauqua County Senior Citizens Have Another Tool To Help Keep Them Safe
February 11, 2025 | WFRA Radio

Dining Out, Traveling and Enjoying the Arts: Helping People With Dementia Live Life To The Fullest
January 30, 2025 | Next Avenue