The Alaska Commission on Aging (ACoA) is asking Alaskans 55 years and older for their feedback to craft Alaska’s next Senior Plan for Statewide Services.
Alaska’s seniors play a vital role in shaping the future of the state, and ACoA wants to hear directly from them. Every four years, the Commission gathers feedback from older residents across Alaska to understand what matters most to them as they age. These responses help identify priorities for senior services and shape the vision for the State Plan for Senior Services.
“This is a pivotal opportunity for older Alaskans to directly impact senior services,” said Martin Lange, Executive Director of the ACoA. “Between 2010 and 2025, the number of Alaskans aged 65 years and older doubled. Seniors are a growing portion of Alaska’s population and this survey is an opportunity to provide feedback about what seniors need to live healthy and meaningful lives.”
Alaska’s State Plan for Senior Services is a comprehensive four‑year roadmap developed by the Alaska Department of Health and ACoA to guide statewide programs, funding, and priorities for older Alaskans. The previous plan was approved in 2023 and outlined needs, goals, and coordinated actions under the Older Americans Act.
Ways to provide feedback:
- Take the survey online in English, Spanish, or TagalogÂ
- Request a paper copy by calling 907-268-9015Â
- Providers who work with seniors can take the Provider SurveyÂ
The online survey is available through December 31, 2026.
The ACoA is an advisory board that includes members appointed by the Governor and representatives from State of Alaska agencies who have an interest in the concerns and needs of older Alaskans. Its mission is to ensure the dignity and independence of all older Alaskans, and to assist them to lead useful and meaningful lives.
For more information, visit the Alaska Commission on Aging website.
Press release provided by the Alaska Department of Health.
