Together, we
create what's next...
Together,
we create what's next...
Engage in ways that matter most to you. Find an Aging Forward Affiliate in your community.
Join us in celebrating aging as an empowering experience.
About Aging Forward
Welcome to living and aging with vitality
Established in 1974, Aging Forward (formerly Shepherd’s Centers of America) is a pioneer in the national movement to age with meaning and purpose. Through educational opportunities, volunteer services, and social programs that strengthen communities and connections for all, Aging Forward is:
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Life-changing programs
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Enhanced quality of living
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Unforgettable activities
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New friendships
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Vibrant healthier lives
Welcome To Aging Forward
We’re a national alliance of like-minded affiliate organizations, dedicated volunteers, and sponsoring partners.
Together, we’re challenging expectations and actively changing the narrative of aging – celebrating living our best lives now and building connections as we create our next chapter
Working together to celebrate aging as empowering
Aging Forward elevates and advances a national movement for engaging older adults in community and society, bringing communities together nationwide to realize our potential.
Community-based affiliates in 17 states
Older adults provided with services at no cost
Older adults engaged in lifelong learning
Active volunteers across the national alliance
Volunteer hours contributed each year
Value of services provided annually
Together stories
Meet Laura
"Each number represents a changed life."
Three times a week, you’ll find Laura at chair yoga class. She and her friends have carpooled together every week since it started in 2010. Laura is diabetic, but with her commitment to chair yoga, line dance classes, and cooking and nutrition classes with an Aging Forward affiliate—Laura’s doctor has taken her off insulin!... Read More
Meet Janis
"Volunteers with heart...
and muscle!"
At 86, Janis is a retired professor of physical education who’s taught aerobics three days a week for 15 years—logging more than 2,000 volunteer hours with her Aging Forward affiliate! Participants in her classes experience improved health and well-being, and they rave about Janis…Read More
Meet Katherine
"Before I had an existence. but now, I have a life!"
Katherine’s first experience with her local Aging Forward affiliate included a ride to an appointment by a friendly volunteer – who invited her to a Tai Chi class. Tai Chi not only improved Katherine’s balance, but it was there she discovered our Adventures in Learning programs and line dancing! Now, she travels… Read More
Take action
Be part of growing and serving together, making our communities healthier, more resilient, and more connected as we live and age with vitality.
National Gallery of Volunteer Excellence
Discover extraordinary contributions of volunteers who’ve passionately served older adults across the Aging Forward Alliance, embodying our shared mission of fostering meaningful living and empowering experiences.
Events
Connect and share experiences at the Aging Forward National Conference.
September 18, 2024
Experience growth and unparalleled networking opportunities—propel your agency to new heights! Held September 18 - 20, 2024 in Lake Junaluska, NC, all are welcome and we’ll see you at the 50th Anniversary Awards Celebration!