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Hudson County officials warn of possible federal cuts to aging services, urge contingency planning
Summary
County leaders said federal delays and likely cuts to aging-program funding could force reductions next year; administrators urged scenario planning and providers were asked to outline how they would adjust services if funding falls.
Hudson County officials told commissioners at a Sept. 23 caucus meeting that federal delays and likely cuts to federal aging-program funding could reduce county receipts next year and disrupt services for seniors.
County Administrator Abraham Antun said the county had "been informed that for 2026, we're going to get a reduction on the federal portion of this," and noted the county "generally has received over $7 million" for aging programs. Director Brian Poffel warned commissioners that the county was "anticipating some cuts" and described difficulty getting clear guidance from federal officials: "we're already experiencing a little bit of chaos as far as the aging funding is concerned."
Why it matters: The Division of Aging funds county contracts that pay for direct services for older residents and support providers such as adult day programs and Meals on Wheels.…
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