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Real Life With The Older Americans Act

Real Life With The Older Americans Act

Enduring Truths: The Older Americans Act

Jan 12, 2026 · 40m

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In this episode, we bring together a powerhouse group of national leaders to explore the legacy and future of the Older Americans Act (OAA): Edwin Walker, former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Aging; Ramsey Alwin, President and CEO of the National Council on Aging; Josh Protas, the Chief Advocacy Policy Officer of Meals on Wheels America; Sandy Markwood, CEO of USAging; and Martha Roherty, Executive Director of Advancing States. Together, they trace the history of the OAA and its transformative impact on the health, independence, and dignity of millions of older Americans. These experts reflect on how the Act built today’s aging network and why it remains a cornerstone of community-based…