Geriatric Workforce

More Americans are working well beyond the traditional retirement age of 65. Many older adults face challenges in the workplace, including ageism. The Alliance works at the policy level to advocate for better workplace representation of the needs of older adults.

Documents & Resources

Testimony

Ageism in Healthcare Testimony: Senate Special Committee on Aging

May 19, 2003
Report

Medical Never-Never Land: 10 reasons why America is not ready for the coming age boom

February 1, 2002
Report

Independence for Older Americans: An investment for our nation’s future

June 1, 1999

Blog Posts

The Chairman’s Blog: Administration for Community Living, An Important Partner in Improving the Lives of Older Americans

September 27, 2018

Recognizing the Work of Silver Scholar Dr. David Wise

October 20, 2016

Alliance’s Peschin Featured in Article on the U.S. Longevity Economy

December 14, 2015

IOM Recommends Boost to Mental Health and Substance Use Workforce

July 16, 2012

Gearing Up for the Silver Tsunami

December 5, 2008

Press Releases

Seniors Are Benefiting from Improved Clinical Care, But Face Economic Barriers to Better Health

May 10, 2017

Congress Restores Funds for Geriatric Training

February 15, 2007

Report Highlights Senior-Health Care Professional Disconnect

February 28, 2002
All Advocacy Topics
21st Century Cures ACT-AD AFib Stroke Prevention Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality Aging in Motion Antimicrobial Resistance Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Clinical Trials Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Falls Prevention Family Caregiving Food and Drug Administration Geriatric Workforce Geroscience Health IT Healthcare Associated Infections Healthcare Reform Lab Developed Test Guidance Malnutrition Mental Health National Institutes of Health Older Americans Act Patient-Centered Care Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute Pain User Fees Veterans Administration Vaccines Value Frameworks National Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day