Helping older adults stay safe and independent in their own homes

As we age, most of us need some kind of assistance to stay at home. The problem is, few of us have the insurance or resources to pay for it.

Millions of older adults have to impoverish themselves to get help with daily tasks like eating, dressing, or bathing. Or, they end up being forced out of their homes and into a nursing home too soon.

Others rely on family caregivers who sacrifice their mental, physical, and economic health to care for their loved ones.

We're working to help older adults stay safe and independent as long as possible.

• We're calling on Congress to help seniors find and pay for long-term services and supports in their own communities.
• We help older homeowners find ways to pay for the services they need to stay at home — such as tapping into their home equity.
• As a member of the Elder Justice Now campaign, we're urging Congress to enact tougher laws to prevent and treat elder abuse.