Creating an Omaha where people of all ages can live, remain, and thrive.
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Who we are
Age-Friendly Omaha (AFO) is a community-driven initiative working to make Omaha a place where older adults feel valued, supported, and connected. Rooted in collaboration and shaped by the voices of older adults, AFO is building a more livable, inclusive, and age-ready city for everyone.
Our mission
To create an Omaha that values the dignity, worth, and well-being of people at every stage of life, where people of all ages can live, remain, and thrive throughout their entire lifetime.
Why Age-Friendly Omaha?
Omaha is growing—and aging. Many residents want to stay in their homes and contribute to the communities they love, but face barriers related to housing, transportation, health access, and social connection.
Age-Friendly Omaha exists to change that through practical, community‑driven action.
A Community-Led, Cross-Sector Partnership
AFO brings together leaders from government, organizations across the city, and older adults to channel input from Omahans into collaborative action.
This work is community‑owned; it doesn’t live solely within any single office or department.
What We’re Doing
Age-Friendly Omaha is moving through a multiyear process.
Year 1: Listening (2026)
Community Survey
We are collecting insights from older adults across Omaha to understand needs, strengths, and opportunities. Take the survey now by clicking here.
Public Engagement
Listening sessions, multilingual outreach, and community ambassadors ensure everyone’s voice is heard. More information coming in Summer 2026.
Year 2: Planning (2027)
Identify priority domains (e.g., housing, transportation, outdoor spaces, health, social connection) and build a measurable action plan.
Years 3-5: Taking action and measuring results (2028 - 2030)
Implement the plan together, track progress, and report results to the community.
 Get Involved
Get involved! Age-Friendly Omaha depends on you.
Everyone has a role in building an age‑friendly Omaha.
Click here for more information on the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities.
Join us. Your voice matters. Your experience matters. An Omaha that is more livable for older adults is better for everyone.
