In the next decade, adults over the age of 65 will exceed the number of children in the U.S. Older adults can face difficult choices—like deciding to pay for food or medicine—because of economic, social and environmental conditions, such as access to affordable housing. These conditions are shaped by our culture, norms, laws and policies, and ultimately can limit people’s ability to live long and well. Age-friendly communities can create conditions that allow adults to participate in their communities across all ages, incomes and abilities. In this webinar, we will learn how public health can support policies and systems that create age-friendly environments. Trust for America’s Health’s Megan Wolfe and Karon Phillips will share the Age-Friendly Public Health Systems Initiative, which promotes healthy aging as a core public health function. We will also learn about a residential community in Tampa, Florida, that connects children with a history of trauma with older adults who serve as their caregivers, tutors and mentors. Mariah Hayden, the executive director of New Life Village, will describe benefits of the intergenerational community.
Mark your calendars: Immediately following the webinar at 3 p.m. CT/4 p.m. ET, County Health Rankings & Roadmaps will host a one-hour interactive virtual discussion. Join us in an engaging dialogue with peers across the country and share your experiences working toward equity.
