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May 25, 2023 - Scranton, PA

Governor Shapiro Directs Department of Aging to Create First-Ever Master Plan for Older Adults, Taking Further Action to Support Aging Pennsylvanians

Governor Josh Shapiro signed an Executive Order directing the Pennsylvania Department of Aging to develop its Master Plan for Older Adults - a 10-year roadmap to meet the needs of Pennsylvania's senior population and improve Commonwealth services for older Pennsylvanians.

Older Pennsylvanians are vital contributors to our communities - and Governor Shapiro knows they deserve to have a voice in shaping their futures and how they will best be able to live and thrive in Pennsylvania.

Pennsylvania is home to 3.4 million seniors, with an older adult population that ranks fifth highest in the country. That's why Governor Shapiro is taking action to bring state agencies and community organizations together to deliver a roadmap that will help support older Pennsylvanians.


List of Speakers:
Lisa Durkin, United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA
Governor Josh Shapiro
Velma Carter Dryer, PA Council on Aging
Secretary of Aging Jason Kavulich



Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Shapiro signing the Executive Order. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_01.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Josh Shapiro delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_02.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Josh Shapiro delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_03.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Josh Shapiro delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_04.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Josh Shapiro delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_05.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Josh Shapiro delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_06.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Josh Shapiro delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_07.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is a moment from the signing event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_08.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Josh Shapiro delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_09.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Josh Shapiro delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_10.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> .Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Velma Carter Dryer, PA Council of Aging, delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_11.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> .Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Velma Carter Dryer, PA Council of Aging, delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_12.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Secretary of Aging, Jason Kavulich, delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_13.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Secretary of Aging, Jason Kavulich, delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_14.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Secretary of Aging, Jason Kavulich, delivering remarks during the event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_15.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Shapiro signing the Executive Order. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_16.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Shapiro signing the Executive Order. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_17.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Shapiro signing the Executive Order. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_18.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Shapiro signing the Executive Order. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_19.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is Governor Shapiro signing the Executive Order. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_20.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is close-up photo of the Executive Order. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_21.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is close-up photo of the Executive Order. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_22.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is a moment from the signing event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_23.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is a moment from the signing event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_24.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is a moment from the signing event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_25.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is a moment from the signing event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_26.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Governor Josh Shapiro signs an Executive Order on delivering services to older adults and people living with disabilities in Pennsylvania. This Executive Order signing is Governor Shapiros latest step in supporting Pennsylvania seniors by ensuring they have access to critical services building on his commonsense budget proposal to expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program and help seniors across the Commonwealth stay in their homes. Pictured here is a moment from the signing event. Scranton, Pennsylvania. May 25, 2023.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/23106_gov_aging_masterPlan_JP_27.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>