JUNEAU’S DEMOGRAPHIC SHIFT: The senior population in Southeast Alaska continues to grow faster than any other cohort. In 2010, only 11% of our population was 65 and over. By 2022, we had more than doubled and seniors now represents 25% of our regional population (AKDOL).

FROM GRAY HAIR TO GREENBACKS: Juneau seniors bring “silver dividends” to our community: retirement income, home ownership and property tax payment, and a willingness to volunteer and contribute to the community on many levels.

JUNEAU’S FUTURE HINGES ON STRONG SENIOR SUPPORT: CBJ’s current 10-year fiscal plan states that a top priority is to “grow the senior economy” and Juneau Commission on Aging asks CBJ to support Juneau seniors’ unique needs as we age in this community that we love and many have called home for many years.

BUILDING AGE FRIENDLY COMMUNITY: We advocate for all Juneau older adults: those who remain healthy and active and for those with additional supportive needs. Our mechanism is to deploy Juneau’s Age-Friendly Community Plan. Age-friendly communities serve everyone aged 8 – 80 ensuring age-friendly housing, and age-friendly social spaces and recreational opportunities for all.

Building Age-Friendly Housing In Juneau

CBJ Supports Age-Friendly Construction