California's latest aging plan and other recent reports fail to capture the policy needs for older adults in rural, low-income communities.
Get news and commentary on the California issues you care about in one email.Get the news that matters to all Californians. Start every week informed.Attendees at a Calexico Wellness Center health fair wait in line to receive lunch outside the clinic in Calexico on Oct. 25, 2023. Photo by Adriana Heldiz, CalMattersCalifornia’s latest Master Plan for Aging commendably underscore the need for policies to address the challenges aging populations face.
In DUCs, where seniors contend with inadequate transportation, unwalkable streets, sparse broadband infrastructure and escalating isolation, the challenges are compounded by housing inadequacies ill-equipped to handle the effects of climate change, such as rising temperatures, wildfires and floods.As the eldest daughter in my family, I fear bearing the brunt of elder care responsibilities, jeopardizing professional aspirations as well as my own financial security.
As California grapples with an aging population and a strained caregiving infrastructure, advocating for policies that prioritize the well-being of aging parents and caregivers becomes critical. The so-called “” between generations is unfolding unevenly, leaving many professionals vulnerable at the height of their career. Many people are compelled to prioritize immediate caregiving responsibilities over their own financial security, exacerbating the strain on both caregivers and seniors.
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