Preventing and Treating Substance Use Disorders Among Older Adults Act

The Preventing and Treating Substance Use Disorders Among Older Adults Act (S 4358) creates two federal grant programs to improve access to substance use disorder treatment and prevention services for older adults aged 60 and older. It authorizes $25 million annually for five years to fund early intervention, integrated care coordination, and evidence-based treatment through community organizations, tribes, and health providers, with priorities including person-centered care and data collection on service gaps. Additionally, it establishes a demonstration program to expand evidence-based treatment in areas with high substance misuse rates (including opioids) or unmet need, requiring at least 15% of funds to support rural communities and communities of color.