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A comprehensive new toolkit will help rural communities across the U.S. improve quality of life, health outcomes and well-being of older adults, adults with disabilities and their caregivers.

As we start 2025, we are filled with gratitude and hope as we continue to work toward building a future where all older adults age with dignity and purpose. This year, we are excited to introduce new board members whose expertise and passion will help keep us focused on our mission of championing bold and equitable changes in how older adults age, in both home and community.

○ The SCAN Foundation is excited to welcome three distinguished leaders—Benjamin Chu, MD, MPH, MACP, Judy Belk, and Gary Trujillo—to its board of directors. Their vision and insights will make important contributions to the Foundation’s efforts to ignite bold and equitable changes in how older adults age in both home and community.

We’re excited to announce that The SCAN Foundation President and CEO Dr. Sarita A. Mohanty was recently featured in The Boston Globe, where the article poses the question: “Is how we age a choice?” This thought-provoking piece explores how lifestyle, mindset, and proactive decision-making can shape the aging experience while acknowledging that not everyone has equal access to these opportunities.

Early-Stage Workforce Venture Fund Announces $15M First Close – “The SCAN Foundation is proud to participate in the first close of the JFFVentures Fund II, reflecting our unwavering commitment to fostering a world where all older adults can age well with purpose,” said Dr. Sarita A. Mohanty, president and CEO of The SCAN Foundation. “Employment not only provides older adults with a sense of purpose and community, but also enhances their financial resilience. The establishment of this fund is pivotal in driving innovation aimed at creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce that will benefit older adults and enrich the labor market as a whole.” READ FULL ANNOUNCEMENT

LONG BEACH, Calif. – The SCAN Foundation (TSF), an independent public foundation that catalyzes bold and equitable approaches to creating a society where every older adult can age well and with purpose, today announced it has awarded $900,000 in grant funds, including co-funding from the California Health Care Foundation (CHCF) and Metta Fund. The grants, which were awarded to Booker T. Washington Community Service Center, California Black Women’s Health Project, Healthcare Foundation of Northern Sonoma County and Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation, will help reduce health disparities and enhance quality of life for older adults, especially for those in marginalized communities. READ FULL STORY

We’re thrilled to share that President and CEO Sarita A. Mohanty is recognized alongside 199 other entrepreneurs, investors, inventors, and artists on Forbes’ third annual 50 Over 50 list. The acknowledgment in the announcement about

We continue to grow our team in 2023 Olivia Burns, MSW, is completing her second week at TSF. As our Senior Policy Analyst, Olivia will support our policy, communications, and program staff by tracking and analyzing

TSF Director of Strategic Initiatives Natalie King discussed the unique needs and challenges of our aging population with Unite Us, highlighting the importance of cross-sector collaboration and technology in developing comprehensive and effective solutions. King

Earlier this year, The SCAN Foundation’s Vice President of Policy Narda Ipakchi joined seven other U.S. leaders and met with peers in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore to learn about innovative global efforts to advance

We are thrilled to announce the latest additions to our team! Lindsey Chao is our Senior Executive Assistant. With nearly a decade of experience supporting C-level executives across a variety of industries, Lindsey is passionate

We partner with UC Berkeley’s Investigative Reporting Program (IRP) to elevate innovative programs for older adults. Two recent articles share local activities that help older adults connect to their communities and could be replicated across

This month, on behalf of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, The SCAN Foundation celebrates the rich contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islanders to the history and culture of our nation. The

TSF is hiring a senior policy analyst. If you or someone you know has a passion for transforming systems to better serve older adults and people with disabilities and has professional experience with state aging,

The Aging and Disability Business Institute at USAging is now accepting nominations for The John A. Hartford Foundation 2023 Business Innovation Award. The deadline for nominations is May 5. The John A. Hartford Foundation 2023 Business Innovation