Enacted in 1965 (PL 89-73), the purpose of the was to give elderly citizens more opportunity to participate in and receive the benefits of modern society: adequate housing, income, employment, nutrition, and health care.
A federal statute enacted in 1965 (Public Law 89-73), and amended in subsequent years, which defines the national policy on aging. The OAA also, established the Administration on Aging (AoA) as the Federal focal point and advocate agency for older Americans (60 or over).