Recent Quotes (See more on the Quotes Page)
Let’s give these seniors the dignity they deserve.
Seniors in nursing homes need a cost-of-living raise, too (*Boston Globe, November 4, 2026)
The residents at RegalCare homes deserved better. The state must ensure that all nursing home residents are cared for with dignity.
New Jersey stripped Eli Mirlis of his license to operate nursing homes. Why was he able to buy 12 facilities in Massachusetts? (*Boston Globe, November 9, 2026)
“Access to critical services and support should never depend on where someone lives or their ability to travel long distances. For older adults and veterans in particular, having trusted, in-person resources close to home can make a meaningful difference in navigating benefits, accessing services, and staying connected to their communities.”
Secretary Robin Lipson, Executive Office of Aging and Independence,Governor Healey Celebrates New Veterans Services Office in Springfield to Expand Support for Western Massachusetts Veterans (Office of Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll, November 2, 2026)
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Dignity Alliance Massachusetts is dedicated to transformative change to ensure the dignity of older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers. We are committed to advancing new ways of providing long-term services, support, living options, and care, while respecting choice and self-determination. Through education, legislation, regulatory reform, and legal strategies, this mission will become reality throughout the Commonwealth.
As a grass-roots coalition of aging and disability service and advocacy organizations and supporters, Dignity Alliance Massachusetts works to secure fundamental changes.
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In the News
2026-11-10 Spotlight: Dylan’s advice on getting older, as reported in The New York Times
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2026-11-10 Spotlight: Seniors in nursing homes need a cost-of-living raise, too
*Boston Globe
By The Editorial Board
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Study Session: Navigating New Massachusetts Assisted Living Regulations
2025-11-03 Spotlight: Wyden, Whitehouse, Kim and Warren Expose Trump for Rewarding Nursing Home Fraudsters and Harming Residents
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Default Surrogate Statute Policy Statement
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Remembering with Dignity
A Dignity Alliance MA digital memorial to honor those who died during the COVID-19 Pandemic.