by Karen Comer | May 15, 2023 | Research Brief
Are We Prepared to Help Older Adults Age in Place? Download PDF Authors: Matthew Dietrich, Karen Frederickson Comer Most older adults want to remain within their homes and communities as they age. This research brief examines data trends in Central Indiana and Indiana...
by The Polis Center | Apr 18, 2023 | Research Brief
Male/female disparities within the older adult population of Central Indiana Older adults in Central Indiana are an important and nuanced population with differing needs that are continuously evolving as the population diversifies and increases in number each year. In...
by The Polis Center | Dec 8, 2022 | Research Brief
Limitations and opportunities with public transit for an aging population in Central Indiana Download PDF Many older adults in Central Indiana rely on public transit to maintain their independence. However, transit options are often not well-known nor easily...
by The Polis Center | Oct 7, 2022 | Research Brief
The COVID-19 pandemic increased economic need and prompted the expansion of food assistance programs to address that need. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits were extended to more families, the amount of available assistance was increased, and...
by Matt Nowlin | Feb 8, 2022 | Research Brief
Living in the Community with Dementia This research brief discusses the many challenges faced by the growing number of older people living with dementia (PLWD) in the community; and several promising initiatives that aim to better support PLWD and their...
by Matt Nowlin | Dec 16, 2021 | Research Brief
Financial Stability and Housing Many older adults in Central Indiana face financial instability, particularly those of retirement age that live on a fixed income. Big ticket monthly budget costs such as housing and health care can place great financial pressure on...
