Elder Justice Reauthorization and Modernization Act of 2023

The Elder Justice Reauthorization and Modernization Act of 2023 reauthorizes and increases funding for programs that prevent and investigate elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. It provides $400 million annually through 2027 to states for nursing home worker training grants, including wage subsidies, tuition assistance, child care support, and transportation help to recruit and retain qualified workers in elder care settings. The bill also allocates $125 million annually for medical-legal partnerships that connect health services with legal assistance to address social determinants of health, and $62.5 million annually to combat social isolation among older adults through community-based programs. These provisions directly benefit older adults and adults with disabilities at risk of abuse, while supporting states, tribal organizations, and community-based groups that provide elder care services.