Seniors' groups alarmed as Area Agency on Aging shortfall prompts requests for emergency funds
Community providers told Alameda County supervisors an unexpected $2.17 million reduction in Area Agency on Aging contracts will force layoffs and service cuts; the Senior Services Coalition requested a combined $2.17 million remedy using $1.17 million from the board plus $1.0 million the coalition says is unallocated in AAA, while county staff identified $1.4 million for restoration and promised follow-up.
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Dozens of senior-service providers told Alameda County supervisors on Monday that recent, unannounced cuts to Area Agency on Aging (AAA) contractor allocations will significantly reduce services for older adults unless the board acts quickly.
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