Community Supports for Rural Aging in Place and Independent Living – News
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Jan 27, 2026 - Summarizes discussions on including age-friendly work into Rural Health Transformation Program implementation plans. Discusses opportunities for further age-friendly inclusion, anticipated challenges, and information needs of the states.
Source: National Rural Health Association
Dec 23, 2025 - Describes a Wisconsin program that supports self-directed home care services that allows older adults to age in place. The program includes a Care Integration Senior Aide (CISA) which works to support clients with daily activities and monitor various social determinants of health that put clients at risk of poor health outcomes. Notes that rural residents may be in need of extra support. Discusses the role of philanthropy in developing and expanding the program.
Source: Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies
Last Updated: 1/28/2026