Following a Memorandum on Addressing the Long-Term Effects of COVID-19, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), leading a whole-of-government response, developed two reports that together, pave an actionable path forward to address Long COVID and...
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Dangerous by Design 2022 Report Shows Disproportionate Impact of Pedestrian Fatalities Among Older Adults
Dangerous By Design 2022, a report issued annually by Smart Growth America, provides the most up-to-date look at the preventable epidemic of people struck and killed while walking. The report ranks the most dangerous states and metro areas in the United States based...
Census Bureau: Nation Continues to Age as It Becomes More Diverse
Since 2000, the national median age – the point at which one-half the population is older and one-half younger – has increased by 3.4 years, with the largest single-year gain of 0.3 years coming in 2021, bringing it to 38.8 years, according to newly released 2021...
Pandemic-Related Habits, Attitudes of Older Adults Measured in AP-NORC, SCAN Foundation Poll
Although many changes brought by the pandemic should make it easier for older adults to age in their community, those age 50 and older are less likely to report that they will continue using these services after the pandemic ends, according to a new study from The...
With Input from MHAC, ‘Connecting Communities through Digital Equity’ Report Released by MassINC, MACP
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is grateful to have participated in a working group led by MassINC and the Massachusetts Competitive Partnership that informed a new report titled "Connecting Communities Through Digital Equity." The report builds on...
Commonwealth Releases Nation-Leading Three-Year Progress Report on Statewide Age-and Dementia Friendly Action Plan
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is pleased to release the third annual progress report for ReiMAgine Aging, the Age-Friendly Massachusetts Action Plan, which serves as the state’s multi-year plan to make the Commonwealth more age- and dementia-friendly. The report...
AARP Reports on Highest Level of Age Discrimination Since Tracking Began in 2003
An AARP survey of workers ages 40–65 who were in the workforce or recently exited the workforce as a result of COVID-19 found that 78% say they have seen or experienced age discrimination in the workplace, the highest level since AARP began tracking this question in...
Justice in Aging Releases Research Brief on Reducing Barriers to Reentry for Older Adults Leaving Incarceration
Similar to a health impact assessment conducted by the Public Health Institute of Western Mass. on "Healthy Aging with a Criminal Record in Hampden County, MA" the organization Justice in Aging released an issue brief titled "Reducing Barriers to Reentry for Older...
‘Shared Spaces and Health Equity: Lessons from a Pandemic’ from Smart Growth America Shares Examples Promoting Inclusion and Engagement
Activity-friendly streets, public spaces, and active transportation options became critical components of daily life during the COVID-19 crisis, providing avenues for physical activity, accessing essential needs and being outdoors safely. But vulnerability during and...
National Poll on Healthy Aging Shows Preparedness of Older Adults to ‘Age in Place’
New findings from the National Poll on Healthy Aging suggest many people in their 50s, 60s and 70s need to do more to modify their homes or plan for services they may need if they want to avoid or delay needing to move. In all, 88% of people between the ages of 50 and...