As Arlington’s population ages, is our community prepared to meet the growing range of needs that come with it?
Over the next decade, Arlington will need more than good intentions to support its growing senior population. From affordable and specialized housing to healthcare, caregiving, transportation, and opportunities to remain connected and independent, meeting these needs will require coordination across government, community organizations, healthcare providers, and the private sector.
Join Advance Arlington on October 14 for a timely discussion featuring leaders from across the local aging ecosystem:
Jason Brown, Ph.D., Visiting Fellow in Economic Studies, The Brookings Institution — Moderator and economic policy perspective
Divina Alston, Executive Director, Mary Marshall Assisted Living Residence — Specialized residential care and frontline challenges
Wendy Zenker, Executive Director, Arlington Neighborhood Village — Aging in place and grassroots volunteer networks
Kathleen “Kathy” Cameron, Chair, Arlington County Commission on Aging — County policy, healthcare systems, and public advocacy
Michael Rafeedie, Partner, Kensington Senior Living — Senior housing development and meeting growing demand
Together, the panel will examine what Arlington is doing today, where gaps remain, and what will be needed to support older adults in the years ahead.
Whether you join us in person at Lubber Run Community Center or virtually via Zoom, this is an opportunity to hear from experts across five different parts of the aging ecosystem and better understand what Arlington’s changing demographics mean for our community.
Register today at www.advance-arlington.org and join the conversation.