Most older adults, overwhelmingly (82 percent), want to stay in their communities through retirement.

By 2030, 1 in four residents will be 60 or older increase with a 94% increase among people 75+ and a 34% increase among people 90+.

Prior to today, organizations worked to develop programs for older adults by funding construction of senior centers and the purchase of equipment plus provide free or affordable nutritious meals in central locations.

Today, many organizations’ priorities include helping communities become more age-friendly and enabling older adults and people with disabilities to remain in their homes for as long as they desire. That vision promotes vibrant, connected, lifelong communities with a broad spectrum of housing, transportation and employment, complemented by connected resources.

The Savings vs Spending

Fiscal analysis shows that keeping seniors in their homes for as long as possible saves them — and the rest of us — significant amounts of money. And we know from experience that our communities are stronger and more resilient when they include elders.

• $77 - The monthly cost of services that allow an older adult to remain living at home and prevents premature admission to assisted living or skilled nursing facilities. (Provided through the Older Americans Act)
• $1,840 to $4,600 - Typical monthly expenses for a resident at an assisted-living facility (if billed to the resident or her family)
• $2,232 - Typical monthly expenses for a resident at an assisted-living facility (if billed to Medicaid)
• $5,500 to $13,000 - Typical monthly expenses for a resident at a skilled nursing facility (if billed to the resident or his family)
• $7,197 - Typical monthly expenses for a resident at a skilled nursing

Caregiving

• 20% reported they received care
• 58% of older adults reported they were providing care for others
• 21% financially burdened by caregiving
• 24% physically burdened
• 27% emotionally burdened

Source: DRCOG (Area Agency on Aging)