The Aging Resource Center initiative is intended to reduce fragmentation in the elder services system and provide easier access to services. Area Agencies on Aging will take on the responsibilities of Aging Resource Centers or Aging and Disability Resource Centers.
The Department of Elder Affairs (DOEA) and Area Agencies on Aging have met the initial legislative deadlines for developing the initiative. DOEA also has established criteria and an instrument that are appropriate for selecting area agencies to transition.DOEA needs to take several steps to help ensure effective implementation of the new system.