Older Iowans Legislature

The Older Iowans Legislature is the only “Grass Roots” organization in Iowa that continually strives to produce an opportunity for Older Iowans to complete their lifelong journey in dignity, with respect from others, and receiving support when necessary.

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WE NEED YOUR HELP!

We are a total volunteer and non-partisan organization that operates under a nonprofit umbrella.

Our members advocate State Legislators, the Governor and staff, and other organizations to assist in improving the “Quality of Life” for Older Adult Iowans. We have historically placed special emphasis on the frail elderly however our overall goal is to make Iowa that model state for all Older Adults. Get involved by joining the Older Iowans Legislators and stay active in assisting others.

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Legislative Priorities

Members of the Older Iowans Legislature completed their annual meeting Sep 16 2024 and have designated the following as lead areas of concern for the upcoming 2025 Iowa Legislative Session.  At this time these priority concepts are being discussed by the Board members to determine a correct approach to enacting change for the benefit of Iowans.  Have ideas and suggestions - send us an email!

Meeting the demands of Dementia Services thru the Area Agency on Aging

Insure adequate and consistent funding for this program.

Funding for the Return to Community Programs

Insure adequate and consistent funding for this program.

Improved Information availability for  older adults to assist in the aging process.

Design, fund, and implement methods of providing answers and recommendations for older adults that will  assist in the aging process.

Increase support for Direct Care Workers

Define and Implement methods and standards to insure an adequate, capable workforce is available  to support the growing demands of an aging population

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We encourage you to help us make a difference in the lives of older Iowans and their families by becoming a member of the Older Iowans Legislature. Our annual meeting is each September at the Iowa State Capital  and we will provide updates on this website of our ongoing activities.

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Annual Meeting

Older Iowans Legislature will have our Annual Meeting at the Iowa State Capital each September.  If you would like to become involved contact Tony Vola (tony_vola@msn.com)  or send an email to info@olderiowans.org

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Latest News

The Older Iowan Legislatuere held its Annual Meeting Sep 16 at the Iowa State Capitol and via Zoom.  If you could not attend, you can watch via this link - copy the link into your browser and enter the passcode (note passcode is case sensitive)

https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/-0YhZ9J-LxL2tG2B42zKvSk1nfNsAZ2_46noahoi7--vRjIFvO5wr-n49GLAp56e.Zcbb-2MLzNS2qlMm

 

Passcode: B1U=f19r

 

 If you have comments and additioanl suggestions,  please send an email to  info@olderiowans.org.

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The shortage of trained healthcare professionals and direct care workers are a major concern.  We will be working to provide suggested solutions to this key problem

2025 Iowa General Assembly

The first day of the Iowa State Legislature session is January 13

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