It has the nation's second-largest percentage of population older than 65. Only Florida has a larger population percentage of older adults.
Diversity is the hallmark of Pennsylvania's elderly.
The state has the nation's largest population of rural elderly, as well as large urban populations and a variety of cultural, ethnic, and racial groups. To meet the needs of this population, Pennsylvania's Department of Aging has developed a broad range of services. The resources of the Gerontology Center and Penn State have supported this extensive service network in the past. Ongoing collaboration will continue to enhance the aging experience within the state and throughout the rest of the nation.