The SENIOR Act amends the Older Americans Act of 1965 to address loneliness among seniors as a health concern. The legislation requires screening for loneliness in older adults and coordination of health care and support services to combat the negative physical and mental health effects of loneliness. The bill requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to prepare a comprehensive report examining how well existing aging programs address loneliness, including the prevalence of loneliness across different areas, the health impacts, and the effectiveness of preventive services. An interim progress report is due within two years of the bill's enactment, with the final report due within five years. The legislation applies to all programs funded through the Administration on Aging and affects seniors identified as having the greatest social need.
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