We advocate for the unique needs of our communities.
Who We Are
Founded in 2010, the Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC) advocates for policies and programs that improve aging in our communities as racially and ethnically diverse people; American Indians and Alaska Natives; and lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or transgender (LGBT) people.
What We Do
As the Diverse Elders Coalition, we produce original policy analysis and resources, speak with policymakers and advocates to highlight the issues of our communities and share solutions, and work to ensure the needs and perspective of diverse elders are at the forefront of national and local conversations on aging.
From The Blog
Featured Post
2025 Age+Action Recap
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Jun 24, 2025
The DEC was thrilled to attend the 2025 Age+Action Conference, put on yearly by the National Council on Aging. It’s an essential opportunity to holistically collaborate on a range of issues affecting older adults. With the change in leadership at the federal level, this year’s event had added importance given the ongoing threats to key social…
Recent Posts
Spotlighting and Uplifting the Power of Community at the NHCOA Awards Dinner
Every year, from September 15 through October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to recognize the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and lasting contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. It is an opportunity to honor the people, traditions, and…
Small Steps That Bring Sure Footing: Commemorating Falls Prevention Awareness Month
September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness about falls, understand why they happen, and take practical steps to help prevent them. Contrary to ageist myths, falls are not an inevitable part of aging, and many falls can be prevented through…
Sovereignty and Access: Challenges Facing Tribal Communities
Each year, on August 9th, we mark the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. It’s an occasion to not just celebrate the different cultures of the world’s indigenous populations, but also to raise awareness of the innumerable harms committed, promises…
DEC Statement on DHS Public Charge Final Rule
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 30th, 2026 Contact: Diverse Elders Coalition info@diverseelders.org The Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC) strongly condemns the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) decision to rescind the 2022 Public Charge rule, dramatically expanding the…
When Medicaid Cuts Threaten Disability Inclusion, Caregivers Carry the Cost
July is Disability Pride Month, a time to honor disability identity, culture, and the ongoing fight for full inclusion. But inclusion does not happen by principle alone. For millions of people with disabilities, it depends on caregivers, family members, and home- and…
DEC Welcomes Senate Passage of the Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 15th, 2026 Contact: Diverse Elders Coalition info@diverseelders.org DEC Welcomes Senate Passage of the Older Americans Act Reauthorization Act The Diverse Elders Coalition (DEC) welcomes the Senate passage of S.2120, the Older Americans Act…
Resources for Diverse Aging
The Diverse Elders Coalition offers a variety of multimedia resources, including original research and policy reports, fact sheets, webinars, and more, aimed at ensuring that our diverse communities can age successfully with dignity, greater self-sufficiency and in the best possible health.
Featured Resource
Family Caregiving in Diverse Communities: ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF DIVERSE FAMILY CAREGIVERS FOR OLDER ADULTS
This report is the product of a series of activities conducted by the Diverse Elders Coalition and its members’ organizations, and in partnership with the National Alliance for Caregiving, to better understand and highlight the lived experiences of diverse family caregivers for older adults.
Click Here to Read the 1-Page Caregiver FactSheet: DEC Caregiving Factsheet Final
Click Here to Read the Full Report: DEC Caregiving Report Final
Curious about other resources DEC has to offer?
Visit our Resources for Aging page to discover more!