Get connected with your local Aging Forward Affiliate
Aging Forward is many people combining efforts as one alliance.
Aging Forward is a national alliance of 55 dedicated affiliate organizations serving more than 165,000 older adults each year. Together with our committed volunteers and sponsoring partners, Aging Forward has reached more than 2.5 million older adults—and we’re just getting started!
What if there's no Aging Forward Affiliate in my community?
We welcome the day that we have an Aging Forward affiliate in every community! For now, we recommend you please contact us directly if there’s no affiliate near you. We may be able to connect you with resources available in your community.
What services do Aging Forward Affiliates provide?
Affiliates of the Aging Forward Alliance offer a variety of programs including educational classes, social activities, volunteer opportunities, and services such as transportation, grocery shopping, friendly visitors, and other support for older adults.
Who can participate in Aging Forward Affiliate programs?
Programs offered by the Aging Forward Alliance are designed for older adults, typically aged 60 and older. However, some affiliates may have specific age requirements or offer programs for younger adults as well.
Importantly, no affiliate discriminates on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of its activities or operations.
What makes Aging Forward Affiliates unique compared to other organizations for older adults?
There are several distinguishing characteristics of the Aging Forward Alliance. Our approach to engaging older adults focuses on empowerment and community involvement with programs tailored to unique interests of community members. Additionally, we advance a holistic approach, addressing not just physical health but also emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
What are the benefits of participating in Aging Forward Affiliate programs?
Participants enjoy numerous benefits, including enhanced social engagement, personal enrichment from lifelong learning, access to health and wellness activities, and satisfaction in volunteering. Each provides a sense of purpose and meaning as well as fosters community connections.
Is there a fee to participate in Aging Forward Alliance programs?
Support services for participants, including transportation, friendly visits, or grocery delivery are offered at no cost to older adults. While other programs may have a small cost, such as a fee for lifelong learning classes or a fee for materials for minor repairs, most offer scholarships or discounts to alleviate any financial hardship.
Take action
Become an Aging Forward affiliate
Join the movement to support living and aging with vitality in your community—and be part of our growing Aging Forward Alliance! As pioneers in supporting and engaging older adults, we’re dedicated to supporting new and existing community affiliates. There are two ways to become an affiliate:
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Start up
Start a new Aging Forward affiliate organization in your community, we’ll bring 50 years of experience and help every step of the way.
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Join forces
Bring impact to your existing nonprofit community-based organization, operating with a similar mission of empowering older adults, and become an Aging Forward Affiliate.
*Affiliates who join together enjoy the same benefits as startups