The Longevity Economy® Outlook reports are a series of data analyses from AARP that explore the wide-ranging impacts of the 50-plus population in the U.S. The 2026 report indicates that adults in this group accounted for $12.5 trillion in annual economic activity in...
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National Poll on Healthy Aging Explores Health, Social Connections for LGBTQ+ Older Adults
New data from the National Poll on Healthy Aging from the University of Michigan finds that LGBTQ+ people over 50 face different rates of age-related challenges than people over 50 who are not LGBTQ+. According to the poll, LGBTQ+ people over 50 are more likely to...
Research Shows Immigrants Help Address the US Eldercare Shortage
A research paper in the American Journal of Health Economics determined that higher levels of immigration leads to registered nurses and other aides working more hours at nursing homes, without displacing already-employed caregivers, while patient outcomes improve....
Digital Equity Survey from AGE and MHAC is Now Open
The Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) is partnering with MHAC on a survey to understand the current landscape of digital equity programs geared towards supporting older adults as well as needs across the Massachusetts Aging Network. Your responses...
Tiny Home ‘Village’ for Homeless Older Adults Breaks Ground in Worcester
The Seeds of Hope Tiny Home Village is a four-unit development in Worcester designed to provide permanent supportive housing for homeless seniors on fixed incomes. The project was reported by several news outlets, including the Worcester Guardian, Telegram &...
ACL Announces Elder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series
In recognition of Elder Justice Awareness Month, ACL and the Elder Justice Coordinating Council (EJCC) are hosting a webinar series on protecting older adults by strengthening awareness, prevention, and response to fraud, abuse, and exploitation. This series offers...
2025 Status Report on Age-Friendly Central Mass. Action Plan Released by CMRPC
Since 2021, Central Massachusetts as a region has been recognized as an Age-Friendly community committed to improving quality of life for older residents. The 2023 Age-Friendly Central Mass Action Plan outlines strategies focused on transportation, community health,...
Help Include Healthy Aging, Age/Dementia Friendly Efforts in the Massachusetts Rural Policy Plan
Throughout May and June, members of the Massachusetts Rural Policy Commission will hold public engagement feedback sessions to hear your thoughts regarding the 2026 Massachusetts Rural Policy Plan draft. The Plan chapters address Economic Development, Education,...
MHP to Launch ADU Incentive Program Later this Spring
Launching later this spring, the Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) ADU Incentive Program is designed to provide homeowners with clear, reliable, professional guidance to determine if an ADU is feasible on their property before they invest significant time,...
Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events and learning opportunities that help promote inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: Aging & Behavioral Health: Practice, Policy and Partnership, May 27th (in...