NCAAA Older American’s Act Grant

NCAAA Older American’s Act Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: North Central Area Agency On Aging Inc
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: February 04, 2026

Summary

The NCAAA Older American’s Act Grant, managed by the North Central Area Agency on Aging, aims to enhance service systems for older adults in Connecticut. Its objectives include supporting independence, removing barriers to personal and economic freedom, and ensuring a continuum of care for vulnerable seniors. This grant focuses on comprehensive planning, resource development, and advocacy, ensuring older individuals receive the necessary services to thrive in their communities.

Overview

Role of the Agency The North Central Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (NCAAA) is one of five Area Agencies on Aging in Connecticut established under Title III. NCAAA has the responsibility for fostering the development of comprehensive and coordinated service systems for older persons. As such, the major functions of NCAAA are: Needs assessment Establishment of prioritiesBilateral planningService coordinationResource developmentEvaluationCollection and dissemination of informationLeadership and advocacy Older Americans Act Title III Funding The purpose of Title III, as specified in the Older Americans Act, is to promote the development of a comprehensive and coordinated service system for older persons. The primary goals of this system are: To secure and maintain independence and dignity in a home environment for older persons capable of self-care with appropriate supportive services. To remove individual and social barriers to economic and personal independence for older persons.To provide a continuum of care for vulnerable older persons.

Eligibility

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