Health & Human services

The Healthy Aging Center

The Healthy Aging Center (HAC), formerly known as the Senior Links Program, was established in 1999 within the Department of Health and Human Services to create a coordinated system of services to support older adults who may require special assistance to continue living in a safe, desirable, and healthy manner. The program provides professional interventions, referrals, and short-term case management to Long Beach residents (55+) who need assistance finding and accessing resources to maximize their health and wellbeing.

Before a crisis develops, contact us by email at [email protected] or by calling 562-570-3529 for community resources and support. 

Focus and Work of the Healthy Aging Center

• Case Management: The HAC provides public health nursing and social work case management services, offering home, office, field, and telehealth visits to assess individual needs. Through comprehensive assessments, personalized service plans, health education, advocacy, and linkages to resources, the program helps older adults enhance their well-being and connections to essential support systems.

• Service Coordination: Acting as a central hub for coordinating older adult services provided by the City and external agencies. The HAC identifies gaps in services, explores opportunities to improve access, and strengthens connections to health and social resources. These efforts aim to enhance health outcomes and empower older adults to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

• Community Collaboration: Partnering with City departments and community organizations to promote the integration of Age-Friendly Practices. The HAC ensures that the needs of older adults are considered in the design and delivery of services, fostering inclusivity and accessibility for an aging population.

Download the Healthy Aging Center Digital Palm Card:

Long Beach Age-Friendly Action Plan

Long Beach Age-Friendly Initiative

In January 2018, the City of Long Beach made a public commitment to enhance the quality of life of residents as they age by joining AARP's Network of Age-Friendly Communities. The Long Beach Age-Friendly Action Plan is the result of a comprehensive, citywide collaboration aimed at fostering systems and communities that are inclusive, responsive, and supportive of older adults. This plan serves as a community-wide blueprint, designed to align and guide the collective efforts of city departments, community-based organizations, healthcare providers, housing partners, businesses, faith-based groups and residents toward the shared goal of creating a more livable city for older adults and people of all ages.

2025 Long Beach Age-Friendly Action Plan The vision of the Long Beach Age-Friendly Action Plan is that Older Adults are valued and thrive in all communities in Long Beach. Read the full Long Beach Age-Friendly Action Plan

• Resources for Older Adults & Service Providers

  Long Beach Aging Services Collaborative

  The Healthy Aging Center is a partner in supporting the Long Beach Aging Services Collaborative (LBASC). The mission of the LBASC is to connect service providers, community organizations, and advocacy groups to work towards a more integrated aging service model by sharing current services, resources, and legislative information. For more information on how to engage with this group, email  [email protected] or visit their website.

  Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine – Senior Programs 

  Long Beach Parks, Recreation & Marine invites seniors of all ages to participate in the many activities and programs offered citywide at the six senior centers. Activities and programs range from arts and cultural experiences, dance, fitness, life-long learning opportunities, enrichment, health and social services, nutrition, excursions, drop-in and special events, volunteerism and special interest groups. Visit the Parks, Recreation and Marine webpage for more information.

  Advisory Commission On Aging

  The Advisory Commission On Aging is comprised of nine citizens of Long Beach over the age of 50 years who are appointed for a two-year term, for a maximum of four terms. The regular meeting of the Commission is held on the second Wednesday of each month from 10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m. at the Long Beach Senior Center, with the exception of noted meetings. Visit the commission's webpage for more information. 

  Long Beach Senior Police Partners

  The Senior Police Partners are a dedicated group of volunteers who work hand-in-hand with our Police Department to provide civilian support and meet the needs of vulnerable seniors in our community. Visit LBPD's webpage for more information. 

  Adult Protective Services (APS)

  Adult Protective Services is a program available 24/7, required by the state to investigate situations involving older adults (60 years and older) and dependent adults (18-59 who are physically and/or mentally impaired) if they are believed to be in danger due to physical, sexual, financial abuse, isolation, neglect, self-neglect, or at risk of homelessness. APS provides services and supports through action, compassion, and intention. To learn more, visit the APS webpage. 

  Elder Abuse Hotline: 1-877-4R SENIORS (1-877-477-3646)

• Additional Reports and Publications

  • Long Beach Age-Friendly Community GAP Analysis: 
  • Executive Summary - Long Beach Age-Friendly Community GAP Analysis 
  • Aging Reimagined 2.0 Conference Presentation 5/1/18
  • 2016 Strategic Plan for Older Adults
  • 2005 Strategic Plan for Older Adults