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July marked 60 years since the landmark passage of the Older Americans Act (OAA) and August will mark 90 years since the Social Security Act (SSA) was signed into law. Both are seen as pivotal moments in federal policy that recognized aging not as a liability, but as a stage of life deserving dignity, independence, and community support. The OAA created a bipartisan national framework for older adults to access vital services like nutrition programs, caregiver support, and transportation. The Social Security Act transformed the social safety net in America by establishing income to older retired individuals and those living with disabilities. But cuts to this and other programs could double the rate of poverty for older adults.
Recently, Next50 announced how Next50 is meeting this critical moment by announcing over $7 million in new unprecedented investments, including the launch of Colorado’s first advocacy organization dedicated to affordable aging. Now is the time to ensure older adults have strong advocates in Colorado and beyond.
This call to action is underscored in Next50’s newly released Aging at Altitude report, which highlights what it costs to grow older in Colorado. The report finds that nearly 1 in 5 older Coloradans live near or below the poverty line, with costs for housing, healthcare, transportation, and digital access rising sharply. The report outlines not only the problem but also offers a vision for policy, investment, and innovation that could transform aging in our state.
As we look to the future, Next50 is leaning into the opportunities to partner, elevate, and invest in a world that values aging.
~ Peter Kaldes, Esq. President and CEO
In July’s newsletter, we share how Next50 is meeting this critical moment, sharing a grantee impact story, and publishing our report on how expensive it is to age in Colorado.
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