Home Modification and Repairs for Older Adults: Challenges and Opportunities for State Units on Aging

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Article Publication Date: 
7/22/2020
Summary: 
This report details the findings from a survey of the 56 state and territorial agencies on aging and disabilities regarding home modifications. The extent to which State Units on Aging contribute to maximizing access to home modification and repair has not been well understood. This report seeks to expand understanding of the role of these state agencies in coordinating access to and providing policy oversight and financing of home modification and repairs.
Article Author: 
Overton, Julie; Steinman, Bernard; Nabors, Emily; Pynoos, Jon; Terzaghi, Damon
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Populations: 
Aging/Older Adults
Sources: 
ADvancing States
Programs/Initiatives: 
Older Americans Act (OAA)
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