Research, Issues and Trends
Research and planning are crucial to understanding the needs of the aging population and preparing for effective and adequate service delivery. Philadelphia Corporation for Aging conducts and collects research on a wide range of topics relating to aging, from demographic projections to ethnographic studies of particular populations and how their attitudes influence their approach to aging.
Click on the links below for PCA Research and Planning Reports:
Milestones Survey on Growing Old in Philadelphia 2008
Looking Ahead: Philadelphia’s Aging Population in 2015
Socioeconomic and Health Characteristics of Philadelphia’s Elderly Population
Area Plan for Philadelphia: 2008-2012
As an advocate for older citizens, PCA generates testimony and position papers on a variety of topics including housing, transportation, utilities, funding and legislative initiatives which impact the aging population. PCA also generates position papers on topics of concern, in order to articulate and clarify the impact of public policy on the aging population. Learn More
PCA works with a broad range of organizations to develop insight into future trends and to collaborate on projects to benefit older Philadelphians. These include private, public and government organizations that provide services and programs for senior citizens, and the medical community which works with seniors. In addition, any organization that either effectively or potentially has an impact on older citizens can be considered part of the aging network. These may include neighborhood associations, faith-based organizations, block captains, community development corporations, neighborhood energy centers, neighborhood action centers, elected officials, educational institutions, urban planners, architects, advocacy organizations, law enforcement and fire safety officials.
Five days a week, PCA publishes the PCA News Bulletin, which includes local news and events, and a headline service on aging issues from publications across the country. Organizations are invited to submit news items, announcements of programs, grants, and employment opportunities for inclusion in the PCA News Bulletin. Learn More
As part of its research and planning process, PCA gathers information about initiatives undertaken by organizations throughout Philadelphia which impact the lives of older citizens. These initiatives are important resources in their own right, and can also serve as models to inspire others to take action. Many neighborhood-based organizations are developing innovative, collaborative solutions to the needs and concerns of their older residents. Intergenerational programs, counseling, community education, assistance for immigrants, interfaith programs and community supports are among the initiatives underway. Learn More
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