The AHA has launched recruitment for its sixth Age-Friendly Health Systems Action Community convening in September. Teams from hospitals, health systems and ambulatory sites of care are invited to join this seven-month virtual community to implement an evidence-based framework that improves health outcomes for older adult patients. Visit AHA.org/agefriendly to learn more and sign up for a June 13 informational webinar. Participation is free.

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