Discuss the tensions related to targeting Older Americans Act programs



What will be an ideal response?


ANS: Possible answer: OAA programs must be made available to all Americans over the age of 60, regardless of income. While this maintains a strong political constituency in support of OAA programs, it means that a substantial amount of OAA funds are spent to serve people who may not be the most needy. This tension is addressed in 1987 amendments that required preference in services be given to those with “the greatest economic or social need.”

Social Work & Human Services

You might also like to view...

What are some precautions that workers should take for home visits?

A. sufficient liability insurance B. avoiding home visits alone and always going in pairs C. agency training and carrying out safe practices D. always being armed with a weapon

Social Work & Human Services

____________ views psychological and relational problems as arising from within the individual's present environment and the intergenerational family system

a. Family consultation b. Informed consent c. A "no secrets" policy d. Systems theory

Social Work & Human Services

People with learning differences do best in insight oriented approaches

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Social Work & Human Services

What is the median age of the following students?

Student Age 1 18 2 22 3 19 4 21 5 24 6 26 7 19 a. 19 b. 20 c. 21 d. 21.5

Social Work & Human Services