U.S. Administration on Aging, National Resource Centers on Older Indians, Alaska Natives and Native Hawaiian Programs

The Native American Resource Centers initiative aims to strengthen services for older American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian communities by advancing understanding of their unique needs and improving the delivery of support systems. The centers will operate nationally with a focus on key areas such as health, long-term care including in-home services, elder abuse prevention, and other critical issues affecting these populations. Their core mission revolves around gathering data, conducting targeted research, and distributing findings through technical assistance and training to organizations serving elderly individuals in these communities. Applicants are expected to outline clear program outcomes, define measurable indicators to assess progress, and establish methods for evaluating overall success. The effort is driven by the Administration for Community Living under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and is designed to build capacity among service providers through evidence-based practices and culturally informed approaches. The initiative emphasizes collaboration and knowledge sharing to ensure that resources are effectively aligned with the real-world challenges faced by older adults in Native communities, with point of contact information provided for inquiries related to program implementation and grant opportunities.