New Year, New Opportunities
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As we step into 2026, we’re full of energy and optimism for what’s ahead. AGE+ is accelerating change across Oregon by challenging age bias, strengthening communities, expanding access to essential resources, and creating spaces where people of all ages can learn, connect, and contribute. Building on the growing momentum to advance policy opportunities and deepen partnerships, we look forward to continuing this work with you. There will be ways to get involved, so stay tuned!
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New Digital Skill-Building Comic for Older Oregonians
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AGE+ partnered with Oregon Consumer Justice (OCJ) on Issue No. 4 of their Consumer Confidence Comics, Building Digital Safety Skills! This fun, easy-to-read comic gives older adults practical guidance for keeping personal information secure, avoiding scammers, and leaning on trusted support. We’re grateful to OCJ for making this collaboration possible. The comic is available in English and Spanish, and you can read it online or order printed copies through OCJ’s website.
Let's celebrate! Join us at a family-friendly launch party hosted by OCJ on Friday, January 23, to celebrate this achievement! RSVP here.
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AGE+ Brings Older Adult Perspectives to Oregon’s Health Planning
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AGE+ is raising the voices of older adults to ensure the Oregon State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP) reflects real community needs. At the end of 2025, our team traveled to several counties in rural Oregon, holding listening sessions in English and Spanish to hear what’s most important to people 60 and up. Combined with a statewide survey, these insights are helping to inform the 2025–2029 SHIP and direct strategies that improve health and well-being for all generations.
Initiative highlight: In partnership with our friends at Coalición Fortaleza, our team gathered with an engaged group of 11 people in Talent. They were eager to share their thoughts and feelings on how the SHIP could improve access to culturally appropriate care and opportunities for social interaction and belonging outside of the home. Their feedback, together with that of local partners, offers valuable guidance for shaping efforts that create a positive impact.
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AGE+ Receives $50,000 Grant for the MPA
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We’re thrilled to share that AGE+ received a $50,000 grant from the Maybelle Clark Macdonald Fund to advance Shared Future Oregon: A Multi-Sector Plan for Aging. Since 2021, organizations and community leaders across the state have been working alongside AGE+ to develop a comprehensive framework that values, supports, and recognizes older adults as essential to Oregon’s vitality.
This funding allows us to move into the next phase of co-creation: transforming input from more than 150 community partners, listening sessions, and statewide surveys into a shared, actionable long-term plan. By weaving aging priorities into housing, healthcare, workforce development, transportation, and other systems, we are collectively building stronger, more inclusive communities and helping dismantle systemic ageism.
With this grant, our statewide coalition can broaden partnerships and cross-sector collaboration needed to make Oregon a place where people of all ages can thrive.
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2026 Leadership Exchange on Ageism Kicks Off in February
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The LEA returns in 2026! This dynamic program brings together leaders, executives, and policy experts to address ageism and explore strategies for age inclusion. This educational offering is a clear path toward measurable results for businesses and organizations! The next cohort begins in February.
For more information on dates and cost, go to ageplus.org/lea.
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| Save the Date for the 2026 Ageless Awards!
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Mark your calendars for the Ageless Awards on April 15, 2026, as we honor older Oregonians 75+ who inspire and make a meaningful difference to society through their contributions and leadership. You won't want to miss this exciting event! Click here to reserve your seats today!
If you'd like to become a sponsor, contact Vani Kapur at vkapur@ageplus.org.
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AGE+ Helps Drive Oregon's Housing Solutions
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AGE+’s Stephanie Hooper served as a panelist for Creating Accessible & Inclusive Housing: How to Create Living Spaces for All, a workshop hosted by the Jackson County Community Long-Term Recovery Group (JCCLTRG). Stephanie and other experts shared practical strategies for designing housing that works for older adults and people with disabilities, helping participants explore universal design, accessibility practices, and ways to enhance social and cultural belonging. A big thank you to JCCLTRG for inviting us to participate!
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