Mass Aging Access

08/26/2026

📅 One month until the 2026 Mass Aging Access Fall Conference!
⏰ But don’t wait to register — registration closes Friday, September 4 at 6:00 PM.

We’re just one month away from gathering at the Boxboro Regency on September 23 for a day of practical ideas, timely conversations, and connection with colleagues from across Massachusetts’ aging services network.
One month to go, but only a little over a week to register!

👉 View the full conference program and find the registration link on our website: https://agingaccess.org/fall-conference-2026/

And a special thank you to our generous sponsors for helping make this conference possible and for supporting the work of the aging services network. We’re grateful for your partnership! 🙌

08/10/2026

🚨 REGISTRATION CLOSES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 AT 6:00 PM! 🚨

There’s still time to register for the 2026 Mass Aging Access Fall Conference on September 23 at the Boxboro Regency — but don’t wait!

"Ready for What’s Next: Practical Approaches for Today’s Challenges and Tomorrow’s Opportunities" brings together colleagues from across Massachusetts’ aging services network for a full day of practical ideas, timely conversations, and connection.

This year’s program features sessions on AI and technology, MassHealth, hospital-at-home, caregiving, quality improvement, and much more.

📅 Wednesday, September 23
📍 Boxboro Regency
⏰ Registration deadline: September 4 at 6:00 PM

👉 Register and view the full conference program https://agingaccess.org/fall-conference-2026/

We hope you’ll join us!

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08/04/2026

Discover more stories from caregivers, consumers, and staff: https://agingaccess.org/value-of-asaps/

07/21/2026

Massachusetts had an incredible showing at the USAging Annual Conference in San Diego!

Mass Aging Access was proud to join colleagues from Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) and Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) from across the Commonwealth to learn, collaborate, and share innovative approaches to serving older adults.

Congratulations to the many Massachusetts professionals who presented educational sessions, sharing their expertise with peers from across the country. We're also especially proud to congratulate three Massachusetts organizations whose outstanding programs received USAging Aging Innovations & Achievement Awards:
• Mystic Valley Elder Services for its Supportive Housing Wellness Nurse Program
• Central MA Senior Connection for Justice in Motion (1st place)
• Somerville-Cambridge Elder Services for its Supportive Living Site at Cambridge Court Apartments

And as the conference concluded, we were thrilled to learn that AgeSpan was selected as an Administration for Community Living Health at Home Challenge Phase 1 Winner—another exciting example of Massachusetts leading the way in developing innovative approaches that help older adults age safely and independently at home.

These national recognitions showcase the innovative, person-centered work happening every day across Massachusetts to support older adults, caregivers, and communities.

Thank you to USAging for bringing together organizations dedicated to improving the lives of older adults and caregivers. We return inspired, energized, and ready to put new ideas into action.

Congratulations to everyone who represented Massachusetts so well—we're proud to be part of such an innovative and dedicated aging network.

07/15/2026

🎉 Don't wait - the "early bird" discount for our 2026 Mass Aging Access Fall Conference is only available through July 31st!

Join us on September 23 at the Boxboro Regency for a full day of learning, networking, and practical strategies to help aging services professionals meet today's challenges and prepare for what's next.

📖 We've just added a Breakout Session Guide to our website - browse descriptions of each session to help plan your conference experience before you register. Whether you're interested in behavioral health, technology, federal updates, caregiver support, or innovative models of care, there's something for everyone.

➡️ Visit our conference webpage to download the Breakout Session Guide and register today! https://agingaccess.org/fall-conference-2026/

And one more exciting update: our exhibitor tables are officially sold out! Thank you to all of our sponsors and exhibitors: AARP Massachusetts • AgeSpan • Advanced Home Care • Careforth • Greater Springfield Senior Services, Inc. • Ascentria Care Alliance • Guardian Angel Senior Services • LifePath • Molina Healthcare | Massachusetts • Old Colony Elder Services (OCES) • UnitedHealthcare • Abode N Beyond | Aging in Place • FASTx Partners • Heart to Home Meals USA • instED, LLC • Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands • Lifeline • LifeStation • MedMinder Pharmacy • UMass Boston Gerontology • Brain Injury Association of MA • Massachusetts Councils on Aging • Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol Program • MassPACE Association • Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP • Fallon Health | Summit ElderCare PACE

We can't wait to see you in September!

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07/07/2026

Discover more stories from caregivers, consumers, and staff: https://agingaccess.org/value-of-asaps/
alt text: "“I once got a report from a meal driver, saying something is wrong because the consumer NEVER missed a meal, he's always waiting in the doorway when the driver pulls in the driveway. He'd never deviated from this pattern. So, when the consumer didn't answer the door for the driver one day, the driver knew something was wrong, called our office, I called his daughter who went immediately to check on him and found him on the floor having a stroke. Because of that driver's daily meal drop/wellness check, the consumer made a full recovery.” –Trish C.

07/01/2026

🎉 Registration is OPEN for the 2026 Mass Aging Access Fall Conference! 🎉

📅 September 23 | 📍 Boxboro Regency

Join colleagues from across Massachusetts for a day of fresh ideas, practical strategies, and valuable connections focused on “Ready for What’s Next”.

Register now:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-mass-aging-access-fall-conference-registration-registration-1991726474501

Interested in sponsoring? Only a few slots remain:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-mass-aging-access-fall-conference-sponsorship-registration-1990015081679

A huge thank you to our sponsors:
AARP Massachusetts, Advanced Home Care, Greater Springfield Senior Services, Inc., Guardian Angel Senior Services, Inc., LifePath, Inc., Molina Healthcare of Massachusetts, UnitedHealthcare, Abode N Beyond, FASTx Partners, Heart to Home Meals, instED, LLC, Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Lifeline Systems, LifeStation, UMass Boston Gerontology, Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts (BIA-MA), Massachusetts Councils on Aging, MassPACE Association, OATS from AARP, and Summit ElderCare PACE.

Visit our website for a flyer listing all of the breakout sessions and the full conference schedule:
https://agingaccess.org/fall-conference-2026/
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone in Boxboro this fall!

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06/18/2026

Warm days are meant to be enjoyed ☀️

With a few small adjustments, you can stay cool, comfortable, and connected all summer long. Save this for later and share with someone you care about!💙

🔗 Learn more: www.mass.gov/info-details/preparing-for-extreme-heat

06/15/2026

Proud to stand together in purple with our ASAP colleagues today in recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Together, we raise awareness that elder abuse has no place in our communities and reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that all older adults can age with dignity, safety, and respect.

💜 We all have a role to play in preventing elder abuse.

06/11/2026

“They help me feel alive.”
Behavioral Health Outreach for Aging Populations (BHOAP) programs across Massachusetts offer in-depth assessments, care coordination, and more for – often in their own homes.
BHOAP teams allow older adults to receive care in a way that reduces barriers and meets them where they are – setting goals and maintaining quality of life and connection.
Learn more about this life-saving program:

A life raft, a rescue operation, a source of hope - the BHOAP progr...