The Treasure Coast and South Florida Regional Planning Councils met on November15th, at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton to discuss “Preparing for the Silver Tsunami: Planning and Policy Solutions for Southeast Florida’s Communities.” Referred to as the “Silver Tsunami,” Southeast Florida’s senior population is booming. Our communities already struggle to support the needs of senior citizens. As the population and workforce continues to age and live longer, Southeast Florida’s competitiveness will depend on how we plan for and support seniors, employers, and society. Conference sessions included:
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Southeast Florida’s senior population is booming mirroring national and worldwide trends. Referred to as the “Silver Tsunami,” residents 65 years of age and older are projected to number more than 2.13 million in the seven-county region by 2050 – an increase of 54.5% since 2021. Of these residents, 520,000 will be 85 years of age or older – a projected increase of 133.6% from 2025 to 2050.
As the general population and workforce continues to live longer, accompanied by falling birth rates, Southeast Florida’s competitiveness will depend on how we support and prepare seniors, employers, caregivers, service providers, and society more broadly for our aging population.
Registration is complimentary courtesy of the Regional Councils and Conference Sponsors but registration is required.
Thanks to our Supporter APA-FL, Treasure Coast Section this conference has been approved for 4.75 AICP CM Credits.
For more information, please contact Eralda Agolli, Program Manager – Community and Economic Development at eagolli@sfrpc.com
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