Real Life with the Older Americans Act
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Summary
The National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Programs (NANASP) and the John A. Hartford Foundation (JAHF) have launched a podcast series, "Real Life with the Older Americans Act."
Each month, the podcast will explore Older Americans Act Programs that help millions of older adults live with independence, dignity, and safety. The episodes will feature real stories from older adults, caregivers, and frontline providers in nutrition programs, health supports, and community-based services.
The January 2026 episode features Martha Roherty, Executive Director of ADvancing States, along with hosts Bob Blancato (NANASP) and Edwin Walker (JAHF) and speakers from the National Council on Aging, USAging, and Meals on Wheels America, discussing why the OAA needs to be renewed, what the OAA gets right, and what's next for the aging network.
Each month, the podcast will explore Older Americans Act Programs that help millions of older adults live with independence, dignity, and safety. The episodes will feature real stories from older adults, caregivers, and frontline providers in nutrition programs, health supports, and community-based services.
The January 2026 episode features Martha Roherty, Executive Director of ADvancing States, along with hosts Bob Blancato (NANASP) and Edwin Walker (JAHF) and speakers from the National Council on Aging, USAging, and Meals on Wheels America, discussing why the OAA needs to be renewed, what the OAA gets right, and what's next for the aging network.