Virginia Makes Positive Impacts on Housing for Aging in Place

Virginia state and housing leaders are finding success with informing plans and raising funds to benefit aging in place for their older population. 

Studies show older adults want to age in place. But with nationwide affordable housing shortages, many Americans worry they won’t be able to. 

Experts point to housing modifications and in-home services as solutions for older adult living, especially in rural areas. Unfortunately, these types of services often go underfunded. And many state agencies say they need more reliable data to help justify grant funding and meet federal guidelines.

So how can AAA, state government, housing, and planning leaders make a significant difference for Americans aging in place?

In this webinar: 

• Hear from Virginia leaders in aging and housing about how they use data to make decisions 
• Learn what state and local governments can do to help older adults age in place 
• See how your government can make housing accessible, affordable, and available for older adults in your community

Speakers: 

• Michelle Kobayashi, Principal Research Strategist at Polco
• Charlotte Arbogast, Senior Policy Analyst at Virginia Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services
• Abby Boyd, Director of Housing Opportunities at Virginia Housing

Access the webinar for exclusive insights

In this webinar, Polco reveal national data highlights from Community Assessment Survey for Older Adults (CASOA). CASOA is a national survey that asks the older generation for their opinions about the quality of their government services and community. The data show that housing and aging in place have emerged as a top priority for older adults. 

Plus,  aging and housing leaders from the state of Virginia will reveal their successful approach to improving aging in place. Join us to hear how they assess older adult needs, inform state plans, and the key to winning grants.