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AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

A color-coded map representing the members of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

America Is an Aging Nation

1. The population of the United States is rapidly aging.

2. By 2030, 1 out of every 5 people in the U.S. will be 65 or older.

3. By 2034, the number of adults older than 65 will be greater than the number of children under 18.

The common thread among the communities and states enrolled in the AARP age-friendly network is the belief that the places where we live are more livable, and better able to support people of all ages, when local leaders commit to improving the quality of life for the very young, the very old, and everyone in between. AARP engages with elected officials, partner organizations and local leaders to guide communities through the age-friendly network’s assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation processes.

Getting Started

Introduction to the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

Learn about the network's history and what membership means

The Age-Friendly Process and Program Cycle

The Program Cycle

The work toward age-friendly livability involves a continuous process of improvement

8 Domains of Livability

The availability and quality of these community features impact the well-being of older adults

A color-coded map representing the members of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

See which states, counties, regions, cities and towns have joined the network

Learn More

Online Membership Application

Joining the Network

Information about the membership application and required materials

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Age-Friendly’ Businesses

Network communities are working with local shops and service providers to be more welcoming of older adults

About the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

Training Videos

Information about the program for community representatives (available in English and Spanish)

Next-Door Neighbors, Front Porches, Livable Communities

Article Archives

Stories, slideshows, interviews and more about the member states, counties, cities and towns