DRCOG Area Agency on Aging warns of deep state funding cuts, service reductions and long transportation waits The DRCOG Area Agency on Aging reported a 20–21% funding decline in fiscal 2025, loss of about $8 million over two years, staff and contractor cuts and growing wait lists for transportation and other services; leadership urged lawmakers to prioritize aging services.

Funding cuts are forcing the Denver Area Agency on Aging to make drastic changes, resulting in longer waits for essential services that vulnerable residents rely on.

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City Council Reviews Budget Concerns Over Police Overtime and Elderly Services Council members express concerns about rising overtime costs and budget discrepancies in July.

Torrington officials are sounding the alarm as police overtime skyrockets to 13% of the budget just one month into the fiscal year, raising questions about staffing and financial oversight.

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Piedmont Triad Council designated lead aging agency for Forsyth County funding plan Council approves fiscal year 2026 aging funding plan for local elderly services coordination.

Forsyth County is taking bold steps to enhance aging services with a new funding plan, ensuring vital support for its elderly population!

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Rhode Island Secures $20074 Grant for Senior Services Amid Federal Uncertainties State funding boosts senior services while awaiting more clarity from Washington.

North Smithfield just scored a $20,074 grant to supercharge senior services, ensuring essential support during uncertain times!

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Butler County Commissioners Approve Elderly Services Levy for November 2025 Ballot Commissioners advance support for renewing and increasing elderly services levy to assist seniors.

Butler County is set to vote on a crucial tax levy aimed at enhancing services for our growing senior population—will you support the change?

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NYC Aging announces National Older Adult Health and Fitness Day celebrations in Foley Square NYC Aging invites public to join fitness events on May 28 at Foley Square.

The NYC Council's budget hearing reveals alarming funding challenges for essential services supporting our aging population—will our seniors get the care they need?

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AAAPP faces $12M funding loss due to federal layoffs impacting elderly services AAAPP anticipates $12 million funding cuts following federal layoffs affecting senior services.

Pinellas County's elderly services could face a devastating $12 million funding cut due to federal layoffs, putting vulnerable seniors at risk this summer.

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Town officials discuss potential senior center funding amid budget cuts Officials explore support options for senior center as surrounding towns face service cuts.

Templeton's budget hearings reveal a looming crisis for vital community services, with potential $4 million cuts threatening the very heart of the town's support for its seniors.

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Mayor proposes full-time director position for Office on Aging due to growing demands City sees increased need for full-time director as Office on Aging expands services.

Amherst is taking bold steps to meet the growing needs of its aging population by proposing a full-time director for the Office on Aging.

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