Join the 2025 Senior Fellows Program – Applications Now Open!
The Leadership Rhode Island Senior Fellows Program, in partnership with Age-Friendly Rhode Island, is an 8-week program geared to lifting the voices, knowledge, and vision of Rhode Island residents 62 and older. Thanks to generous support from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island and Age-Friendly Rhode Island, this program is offered at no cost…
Read MoreHow Age-Friendly Communities Can Change the Way We Age
Our Executive Director recently joined Helen Hames on WADK AM/FM Newport to tackle some of the biggest issues facing our aging population: how to build Age-Friendly Communities, the pervasive effects of ageism, and what the Longevity Revolution means for the future of Rhode Island. Listen to the full interview here:
Read MoreDEM Program Expands Access to Fresh Food for Older Adults in Rhode Island
Access to healthy, affordable food is a cornerstone of healthy aging—but for many older adults in Rhode Island, it remains out of reach. According to the Rhode Island Food Policy Council, nearly 1 in 10 older adults in the state experience food insecurity, meaning they lack consistent access to the nutritious food they need to…
Read MoreJune 27 Reception To Celebrate Journalist Herbert P. Weiss and Opening of New Collection at RIC Library
The Herbert P. Weiss Papers chronicle Weiss’s reporting on healthcare policy changes, aging services, and government programs affecting seniors. The collection includes published articles, research materials, and documentation spanning four decades of journalism focused on public policy issues. The materials offer researchers and students access to sustained coverage of how healthcare and aging policies developed…
Read MoreRhode Island Coalition for Elder Justice Marks Key Milestones in New Annual Report
The Rhode Island Coalition for Elder Justice (RICEJ) marked several key milestones in its 2024 Annual Report. The organization formalized its nonprofit status as a 501(c)(3), launched the Rhode to Justice webinar series, aired a public service announcement during World Abuse Awareness Month, and distributed a reporting protocol on abuse and neglect to more than…
Read MoreWhy Older Workers Are in Demand
As younger workers increasingly pursue gig economy jobs, retailers struggle to find reliable part-time staff. In response, many are turning to an often-overlooked talent pool: older adults. In her recent Next Avenue article, Margie Zable Fisher spotlights this shift through the story of Susan Olson, a 75-year-old Home Depot employee who’s become a standout team…
Read MoreUsing Local Data to Advance Healthy Aging in Rhode Island
As Rhode Island’s older adult population continues to grow, understanding the specific needs of this population has never been more critical. The newly released 2025 Rhode Island Healthy Aging Data Report offers community-level data on health, housing, income, and more—empowering local leaders, service providers, and advocates to better target resources and plan for the future.…
Read MoreNew Data on Aging in Rhode Island Reveals Key Challenges and Opportunities
The 2025 Rhode Island Healthy Aging Data Report is here—and it offers a powerful tool to understand how older adults across every city and town in Rhode Island are faring when it comes to health, longevity, and community well-being. With more than 25% of Rhode Islanders now over the age of 60, and 18% aged…
Read MoreFlipping the Script on Aging
May marks Older Americans Month, a time to acknowledge the contributions of older adults and reflect on how aging is represented in our communities, systems, and conversations. This year’s theme—Flip the Script on Aging—urges a shift away from outdated, one-dimensional views of aging. Instead, it promotes a more accurate, inclusive understanding that recognizes the diversity…
Read MoreSACRI’s 2025 Priorities Take Center Stage
At the March 2025 legislative forum titled United Voices for Meaningful Advocacy, the Senior Agenda Coalition of Rhode Island (SACRI) brought together hundreds of older adults, advocates, and lawmakers to unveil its legislative priorities. Held at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, the event spotlighted the economic, caregiving, and civic contributions of older adults—and the pressing…
Read MoreAge-Friendly Job Alert: Lead the Charge Against Ageism as Old School’s Executive Director
Old School is looking for an Executive Director to lead the organization’s next phase of growth and impact in the movement to end ageism. Since 2018, Old School has been a trusted source for anti-ageism tools, education, and campaigns. The organization is looking for a clear-headed, mission-driven leader to help grow its impact, strengthen partnerships,…
Read MoreFlipping the Script on Aging: A Call to Action for Older Americans Month
As Older Americans Month approaches this May, it’s the perfect time to rethink the way we talk—and think—about aging. In a thoughtful piece, Maria Cimini, Director of Healthy Aging Rhode Island, encourages all of us to “Flip the Script on Aging.” Her article highlights the power of language and societal attitudes in shaping how aging…
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