by James Fuccione | Jun 21, 2023 | Data and Reports
A recent AARP survey finds that about a quarter of older adults (ages 50-plus) have been told by a health professional that they have an anxiety disorder (27%) and/or depression (27%). Of those, the majority are currently being treated for their anxiety (60%) and/or...
by James Fuccione | Jun 7, 2023 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
AARP recently surveyed more than 1,000 older adults’ satisfaction with health care in the U.S. and an interest in exploring how other countries approach aging issues. Respondents expressed concerns about accessibility and cost with only 16% saying healthcare is...
by James Fuccione | May 31, 2023 | News and Updates
The Healey-Driscoll Administration recently awarded $18.3M to organizations and communities across Massachusetts to create or enhance services that provide short-term relief to family members or primary caregivers of individuals with complex needs. The 42 awardees...
by James Fuccione | May 24, 2023 | Data and Reports
A new McKinsey Health Institute (MHI) survey of more than 21,000 older adults (defined as those aged 55 and older) across 21 countries finds that respondents largely agree about the importance of having purpose, managing stress, enjoying meaningful connections with...
by James Fuccione | Apr 26, 2023 | News and Updates
Joined by people with disabilities, family caregivers, long-term care workers, early educators, veterans, and aging advocates, President Joe Biden signed an Executive Order that includes more than 50 directives to nearly every cabinet-level agency to expand access to...
