Understanding and Influencing Aging Policy
By working closely with community partners, CASAS illuminates the intricate world of aging-related policies at local, state, federal, and international levels.
CASAS’s key policy contributions include:
- Informing Policy Directly: Researchers act as expert witnesses and policy informants.
- Community Partnership: Collaboration with community partners to understand policy impact.
- Student Policy Engagement: Students participate in internships and Lobby Days to shape policy.
- Accessible Policy Insights: Providing clear understanding of complex aging policy.
- Evidence-Based Approach: Utilizing research to drive justice-oriented policy.
CASAS dedication to research and collaboration allows us to serve as a vital resource for shaping effective and equitable aging policies.

In Spring 2025, CASAS Director Angie Perone testified in the California state legislature and presented key research findings about homesharing programs in California, particularly as they relate to proposed state policy about funding supports and social services for low-income older Californians experiencing precarious housing and elevated care needs.
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