About the Maryland Department of Aging

Vision, Mission and GoalsVision

Transform in​​​stituti​ons, systems, and norms so all older adults lead lives that are healthy, financially secure, socially connected, and purposeful.

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Mission

The Maryland Department of Aging will prepare for the growing population of older adults by developing innovative approaches to aging, advancing multisector collaborations, and pr​​oviding equitable access to resources.


Key Goals​​

  • ​​GOAL 1: Modernize Maryland’s aging infrastructure through improved cross-sector collaboration among government, public, nonprofit, and private organizations serving older adults.
  • GOAL 2: Evaluate current programs for effectiveness and develop updated policies and legislatio​n.
  • GOAL 3: Improve pathways to employment, planning, saving, and services for Maryland residents.
  • GOAL 4: Protect the rights of older adults to choose how they age without risk of abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
  • GOAL 5: Reframe the aging narrative and build awareness around the economic and social contributions of older adults.

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