National Poll on Healthy Aging Explores Health, Social Connections for LGBTQ+ Older Adults

by James Fuccione | Jun 3, 2026 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

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

by James Fuccione | Jun 3, 2026 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

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....

Mitigating Coverage Loss Due to Work Requirements and More Frequent Renewals: Recommended Outreach and Engagement Strategies

by James Fuccione | May 13, 2026 | Data and Reports

New federal requirements resulting from the July 2025 passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (known as “OB3”) make fundamental changes to Medicaid eligibility. Under these changes, certain adult Medicaid members must comply with new and complex work reporting...

Study Links ‘Housing Distress’ with Increased Risk in Physical and Psychological Health Issues

by James Fuccione | Apr 29, 2026 | Data and Reports

Research published in Social Science and Medicine (SSM) Population Health and promoted by the National Low-Income Housing Coalition shows a correlation between “housing distress” and increased risk in physical and psychological health problems. Housing...

Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Local Consumer Program Grant, Municipal ADA Improvement Grant, Mass Cultural Council, Health Policy Commission PATHways Program

by James Fuccione | Apr 15, 2026 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following funding opportunities that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities. 2026 Local Consumer Programs, Mass. Attorney General’s Office, deadline: May 1st The...