USAging Resources to Address Homelessness Among Older Adults

• By: USAging
• On: 11/18/2025 12:49:06
• In: Program Update

Adults aged 50 and older are the fastest-growing population experiencing homelessness. Many older adults live on fixed incomes, making it difficult to afford housing and nutritious meals while managing health conditions and functional limitations. This growing crisis underscores the urgent need for solutions and resources that address the unique challenges faced by older adults without stable housing.
 
With support from Next50, USAging provides resources to help AAAs and Continuums of Care (CoCs) collaborate on community-based strategies that prevent and reduce homelessness among older adults. Together with our partner, the National Alliance to End Homelessness, we are committed to creating pathways to stability and dignity for older adults.
 
Featured Resources from Doors to Housing for Older Adults
 

• Partnership Action Guide: Practical guidance for aging and homelessness networks to build cross-sector partnerships. Updated periodically—check back for new content!
• Key Concepts and Resource List: A starting point for AAAs and CoCs to learn about each other, explore partnership strategies and address homelessness among older adults. More resources and online training are coming soon!
• Case Study: Versatile Day Center for Older Adults Without Housing: A successful collaboration between Region One AAA and Justa Center in Phoenix, AZ, offering daily services for adults 55 and older, individuals with disabilities and special populations.