This bill amends the Older Americans Act to require federal officials to provide states and aging service providers with information and technical assistance about evidence-informed health practices that can improve health outcomes for seniors. The legislation affects the Assistant Secretary for Aging and organizations that serve older Americans, including state agencies and local service providers. The bill specifically expands requirements around disease prevention, health promotion, falls prevention, and chronic disease self-management education by requiring these programs to incorporate evidence-informed practices alongside existing evidence-based approaches. The bill does not specify new funding amounts or implementation timelines beyond the general requirement that the Assistant Secretary make such information and assistance available. Overall, the measure aims to modernize aging services by ensuring older adults have access to health promotion practices grounded in current evidence.
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