On this day in 1965, Congress passed the Older Americans Act in response to the lack of social services for the elderly. The Older Americans Act includes community service employment for low-income older folks, learning opportunities in the field of aging, and vulnerable elder rights protection activities. Check out https://lnkd.in/dz8iU8Z to learn more about the Older Americans Act!
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Yesterday, HHS Deputy Secretary Andrea Palm and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Mandy Cohen visited an Atlanta-based pediatrics center to spotlight children's mental health and the importance of getting kids vaccinated as they head back-to-school. Their visit highlights HHS' commitment to supporting children's health, well-being, and their future. Here are some highlights from this impactful event.
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Protege a tu bebé de una infección grave de las vías respiratorias durante sus primeros 6 meses. Pregúntale a tu doctor sobre los beneficios de vacunarte contra el VRS durante el embarazo: bit.ly/3X4HQ40
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We’re excited to share Dia D. Harris's inspiring journey from North Philly’s Head Start program to becoming ACF’s first Chief Equity Officer. His #ChangeStory is a testament to perseverance, mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to #DEIA. Dive into his story and discover how he’s “lifting others as we climb” at HHS. 📖 Click the link to read Dia’s Change Story and more to see how we’re advancing #HealthEquity across the HHS: https://lnkd.in/dG3FbFrX #HHS #DEIA #Leadership #Inclusion #ACF #Community
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