More than 67,000,000 people in the United States receive Social Security payments — payments that inject $1.4 trillion into the national economy every year. AARP Research released a data dashboard tool that can help communities understand, raise awareness and advocate...
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New Poll Reveals Gaps in Knowledge and Preparation Among Older Adults Around Long-Term Care
Recent data from the National Poll on Healthy Aging based at the University of Michigan reveals major gaps in knowledge and preparation regarding long-term care among Americans aged 50 and over. Nearly two-thirds (62%) believe Medicare would pay for their care if they...
Mass. Leads National Rankings in Scorecard on Health System Performance, Struggles on Older Adult Hospital Readmissions
Despite leading all states overall in the 2025 Scorecard on State Health System Performance compiled by The Commonwealth Fund, Massachusetts ranks near the bottom on several measures of care for adults age 65 and older, including preventable hospitalizations and...
AARP Report Examines Fraud Impacting Veterans
A new report from AARP looks at sentiments, experiences and preventative steps taken by veterans to combat fraud. Data shows that 39 percent of veterans (over an estimated 7.5 million) have received solicitations from someone claiming to be from the Department of...
AARP Public Policy Institute Fact Sheet Outlines Value of ‘Complete Streets’ for Older Adults
Complete Streets policies and projects aim to improve safety for all using streets and sidewalks, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. AARP's Public Policy Institute recently put out a fact sheet explaining the value of Complete Streets efforts for older...
2025 Long-Term Care Equality Index Released by Human Rights Campaign Foundation and SAGE
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation and SAGE developed the Long-Term Care Equality Index (LEI) to meet a critical need for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) older Americans: safe, equitable, welcoming care and support as they age. Most long-term...
AARP Research Explores ‘Motivators and Barriers’ Among Older Adults Engaging in Brain-Healthy Behavior
AARP released results of a 2025 survey among American adults ages 50-plus to explore engagement in brain-healthy behaviors that line up with six pillars of the organization's "Staying Sharp" program. Be social Engage your brain Manage stress On-going exercise...
JCHS at Harvard Releases Report on ‘Dual Burden’ of Housing and Care for Older Adults
While the majority of older adults will need care and assistance at some point in their lives, services for tasks such as dressing and bathing are affordable to only a very limited number of older adults, particularly after housing and other living costs are paid. The...
Governor Healey Releases ‘ReiMAgine Aging 2030″ State Plan, Signs Executive Order for Supporting Older Adults in Massachusetts
Governor Healey signed an Executive Order and released ReiMAgine Aging 2030: The Massachusetts Plan, which outlines improved ways for Massachusetts agencies to serve older adults, following feedback gathered from across the state. In recognition of Older Americans...
Massachusetts State Plan on Aging 2026-2029 Available for Public Comment
The Executive Office of Aging & Independence serves as the designated State Unit on Aging for Massachusetts. The agency is responsible for developing the Massachusetts State Plan on Aging in accordance with the Older Americans Act and associated regulations,...