By Richard Sodon, AARP-NJ As the new administration’s transition teams publish their reports, we see a clear and strong alignment with Lifelong Strong NJ’s call for a Multisector Plan for Aging. With cost of living a top concern of older residents, the...
The Honorable Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill Date: January 16, 2026 Dear Governor-elect Sherrill, As you prepare to take office, New Jersey is at a pivotal moment with a rapidly-aging population and a growing need to modernize the systems that support all of us as we...
New Jersey has made huge strides in becoming an age-friendly state, laying the groundwork and the “Blueprint” for meeting the needs of our aging population. As the age-friendly work grows, a Multisector Plan for Aging is the natural next step in preparing...
Published in NJ Spotlight News, October 15, 2025 New Jersey is at a turning point. Nearly 1.6 million of our residents are aged 65 and older, making us home to one of the oldest populations in the country. In less than 10 years, there will be more residents over the...
Aging impacts all of us – but not equally. Inequities in healthcare, housing, and economic opportunity mean that older adults of color in New Jersey often face additional barriers and fewer choices as they age.These disparities aren’t new, but they are becoming more...
October 9 is Ageism Awareness Day and it’s the perfect time to pause and think about what we are doing to ensure people of all ages can thrive. Ageism isn’t always loud or obvious. Sometimes it sounds like a well-meaning joke, a dismissive comment, or a careless...
