Please note: Due to the government shutdown, our September–October newsletter was not disseminated. This newsletter includes relevant resources and information from the September-October edition.

Addressing Ageism in Our Communities

On October 9, 2025, we observed Ageism Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness about the impact of ageism and to celebrate the value of older adults in our communities. The American Society on Aging (ASA) has compiled a collection of resources and toolkits to help organizations, volunteers, and community leaders advocate for age inclusivity and challenge stereotypes about aging.

These materials provide practical ways to promote positive perceptions of aging, engage volunteers, and create programs that celebrate the unique experiences of older adults. By sharing these resources, we can help spread the message that aging is a rich and varied experience, one that unites us and an opportunity to build a society that works for all ages.

ACL: The Power of Caregivers for a Healthy America

On November 18, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Administration for Community Living hosted The Power of Caregivers for a Healthy America: Building a Better Future Together, a national event honoring the 63 million family caregivers and more than 5 million direct care workers who support independence and strengthen communities nationwide.

Speakers at the event highlighted the vital role caregivers play in our health care system and the importance of continued investment in caregiver supports, training and stress reduction. The event recap also features personal stories from caregivers and care workers, along with the announcement of a new prize competition focused on advancing innovative solutions to better support caregiving across the country.

 New Dementia-Friendly Resource

The holiday season can bring up strong emotions and nostalgic feelings, which sometimes highlights how stigma and misunderstanding around dementia can leave people feeling isolated from the traditions and communities they love.

Dementia Friendly America offers a new Dementia-Friendly Toolkit designed to help you plan engaging and meaningful gatherings that welcome all people you care about, including those living with dementia. This toolkit shares insightful and creative ways to:

• Reduce social isolation,
• Support connection and joy
• Create new ways of sharing traditions with family, friends, and community.

Caregiving and Transportation: Tools, Tips and Resources

The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC) has launched a new webpage, Caregiving and Transportation: Tools, Tips and Resources, bringing together materials designed to help transportation providers and caregivers work together more effectively.

Transportation plays a vital role in assisting (or aiding) family caregivers by helping them maintain employment, manage responsibilities, and access essential services for the person they support. This resource hub bridges the gap between transportation and caregiving by highlighting practical tools, publications, and related media that foster coordination and strengthen support for caregivers.

This resource provides strategies for collaboration, real-world examples of transportation and caregiver programs, and ideas to help improve mobility and connection in your community.

Discover the 2025 Aging Innovations Awards Winners

USAging is thrilled to share the launch of the 2025 Aging Innovations Awards Video Series, highlighting 15 outstanding programs created by members of the Aging Network. These videos showcase creative, high-impact solutions that improve the lives of older adults, caregivers, and communities nationwide.

The series features programs across six focus areas:
• Healthy Aging
• Nutrition
• Intergenerational Programs and Social Engagement
• Community Planning and Livable Communities and Health-Social Care Integration
• Caregiving and Housing and Homelessness
• Workforce Development and Volunteerism and Information and Referral/Assistance

Each video provides an inside look at how local agencies are addressing challenges and creating new opportunities for aging well. We hope these stories inspire new ideas for your own work.

Grantee Spotlight: Home Repairs for Good

Former C3 grantee, Home Repairs for Good (Indianapolis, IN), was  featured on The Kelly Clarkson Show for its impactful work of providing free home repairs and accessibility modifications, helping older adults remain safe and independent at home.

The segment highlighted the organization’s compassionate, volunteer-driven approach and the real difference these repairs make in the lives of older adults and their families. We’re proud to see a former grantee recognized on a national stage for strengthening communities and supporting aging in place!

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

Be on the lookout for an exciting C3 announcement and aging network events in early January!

Until then, the Community Care Corps team wishes you a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season. Thank you for everything you do to strengthen communities and support older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers throughout the year.