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California’s population is aging. Home to nearly six million senior citizens making up roughly 15% of the state’s population, California’s senior population is projected to grow by more than 75% – an increase of roughly 4.5 million seniors by 2030. Stay informed about the issues affecting seniors in California.
California’s hospice fraud crisis is flourishing in plain sight
CalMatters – April 21, 2026
By Sheila Clark
Walking down Victory Boulevard in Los Angeles, you can’t throw a rock without hitting a hospice provider. It’s not because there’s been a surge of patients in Los Angeles.
Reimagining Care Across Generations
CalMatters – February 25, 2026
By The UC Berkeley Possibility Lab
At some point in our lives, all human beings depend on the care of others — if not in the present, then certainly in our past and for many, also in our future.
4 Financial Scams Targeting Seniors to Watch For
The Wall Street Journal – April 19, 2026
By Lori Ioannou
An increasing number of scammers are targeting seniors’ bank accounts and 401(k)s, threatening the financial security that many Americans have built up after a lifetime of saving.
2026 California Healthcare Legislation
The Source on Healthcare Pricing & Competition – February 27, 2026
By Anna Chau
For 2026, California is in the second year of a two-year legislative session. And while a significant number of bills have carried over from last year, we are seeing the introduction of new bills for 2026.
Find a senior center near you in California
CalMatters – March 27, 2026
By Meisi Li
California has hundreds of public senior centers and community spaces serving older adults across the state — but there isn’t an easy way to find one near you. We put together this map to help fill that gap.
How the nutritional benefits of foods change as you age
BBC – January 21, 2026
By Jessica Bradley
It's widely accepted that following a balanced diet is one of the best things we can do for our health. But certain foods are more important at different life stages.
California’s seniors face rising costs for housing, healthcare, and daily needs as their population grows. Strong advocacy is essential to protect their well-being and dignity. Learn how the California Senior Alliance is championing a better quality of life for older Californians.
California Seniors Are Paying the Price for Lawsuit Abuse
GV Wire – March 21, 2025
By Bishop Dwight Williams
California’s cost of living is one of the highest in the nation. From skyrocketing housing and utility costs to rising prices for healthcare and groceries, many Californians are being forced to choose between basic necessities.