The bill was also drafted with special attention to programs for children and older Americans. For children we are recommending the fully authorized level for a number of programs including Maternal and Child Health. Immunization. Developmental Disabilities. Head Start. Drug Free Schools. Community and Migrant Health Centers. and $25 million for a new Infant Mortality Initiative. For older Americans. a number of health care initiatives are provided. including a 25percent increase for Alzheimers disease research and more funds for arthritis. foot care. and dental health. In addition to health research programs. additional funding is included for training geriatric health professionals. support services. centers. and nutrition programs for the elderly.