by James Fuccione | Mar 16, 2022 | Data and Reports
A new report from AARP found that the annual economic cost to the U.S. GDP caused by disparities in life expectancy is expected to reach $1.6 trillion in 2030. That totals 5.1% of the projected GDP, which would be equivalent to the combined size of Massachusetts’ and...
by James Fuccione | Mar 16, 2022 | News and Updates
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative encourages stakeholders and communities to consider the following funding opportunities that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: Boston Age Strong Commission: The Creating Connections and Reducing...
by James Fuccione | Mar 9, 2022 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
The Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University (JCHS) has recently launched the Housing an Aging Society (HAS) Program. Building on research conducted on housing and aging over the past eight years, the program will examine the diverse needs of US...
by James Fuccione | Mar 9, 2022 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
The Equitable Healthy Aging in Public Health Toolkit Report aims to increase the capacity of public health departments to enhance equitable health and wellbeing of older adults and promote healthy aging across the life course in community health improvement practice....
by James Fuccione | Mar 9, 2022 | News and Updates
In recognizing National Consumer Protection Week as a time to help people understand their consumer rights and avoid frauds and scams, the National Center on Law and Elder Rights is promoting a collection of resources to support older adults. Legal Services...
