Agency on Aging funding can be used for "state of the art" programs

Agency on Aging funding can be used for senior related activities at centers that are, or intend to be, characterized as:

• Providing a nutritional meal and promoting good nutritional habits.
• Playing a vital role as the focal points of coordination of information, access and service delivery to the aging population.
• Offering diverse and comprehensive programming through partnerships.
• Offering inclusive programming and activities for all ages and abilities.
• Having state-of-the-art health and fitness facilities.
• Offering programs that encompass health, recreational, educational, cultural, nutritional and social service needs.
• Offering consistent and intensive program evaluation and needs assessments.
• Using evidence-based health promotion models.
• Achieving better outcome measurement through evidence-based programs.
• Showing an ability to measurably promote independent lifestyles of seniors.
• Focusing on intellectual stimulation, personal growth, and enhanced quality of life.
• Promoting cultural and linguistic diversity.