Alaska Commission on Aging
Ensuring the dignity and independence of all older Alaskans
Who we are
The Alaska Commission on Aging (ACoA) is an advisory board that includes members appointed by the Governor, State of Alaska agency representatives, and others with an interest in the concerns and needs of older Alaskans.
The ACoA mission is to help make sure older Alaskans can live with dignity and independence and to help seniors lead useful and meaningful lives. We do this through activities that include planning, advocacy, education, and by helping make sure the agencies that serve Alaska's seniors are working together.
What we do
Year-round, the commission promotes the development of senior-focused community programs and services, offering input to agencies and organizations that support Alaska's seniors. We also highlight important senior issues, such as employment, fall prevention, and elder abuse reporting. (See Related Education and Related Resources below.)
State Plan for Senior Services
Every four years, the Alaska Commission on Aging produces a comprehensive statewide plan called the State Plan for Senior Services. This plan serves as a roadmap for how the state should address issues that affect Alaska's seniors.
Regular meetings
The commission meets four times per year, both in-person and online (on Zoom). See Alaska Online Public Notices for ACoA meetings scheduled within the next 10 days.
Email and social media updates
Visit our Facebook page and subscribe to our weekly e-blast for free educational community event and informative teleconference announcements:
Visit the ACoA Facebook page Subscribe to the ACoA NewsletterSee past email updates on the ACoA Newsletter Archive.
Alaska Wisdom and Wellness Podcast
Join Marty Lange and Pat Branson on Alaska Wisdom and Wellness, a podcast dedicated to supporting Alaskan seniors and elders. In each episode, Marty and Pat talk with experts who provide vital services to Alaskan Seniors. Listeners will gain valuable knowledge and resources, as the hosts share ways to access more information and assistance. Whether you're a senior yourself or caring for a loved one, this program is for you! Tune in to Alaska Wisdom and Wellness, available on all major podcast platforms. Click here to view all episodes in one place.
Statewide Summit on Aging
You're invited! Please join us this fall, either virtually or in-person at Turnagain Social Club in Anchorage for the Statewide Summit on Aging October 15-17th. Continuing education credits are available. Stay tuned for more information! Interested in sponsorship or exhibitor opportunities? Please email us at doh.acoa.info@alaska.gov.
Note: We have combined forces with the Aging and Disability Summit traditionally held at Special Olympics to bring you this Summit on Aging.
Advocacy
View ACoA's legislative priorities.
- Pass HB255 / SB240 Senior PFD Raffle Bill
- Pass SB190 Guardianship / Conservatorship
- Pass SB124 / HB131 Nursing Licensure Compact
- Increase Non-Medicaid Senior Services Funding
- Support the Governor's budget for Alaska Housing Finance Corporation's Senior Citizens Housing Development Fund
- Review Guidehouse Long Term Support Services (LTSS) Rate Review Recommendations