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Housing is central to community and individual well-being. The type and location of a home can affect almost every aspect of a person’s life.

Natural disasters, public health emergencies, and other crises can wreak havoc on the nation’s housing system.

States should simplify estate planning. This includes allowing the use of electronic wills or trusts to govern the distribution of property at death.

Travel should be safe, including during declared public health crises. During such times, travel providers should be required to put in place and publicize safety protocols. 

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the states, and all other regulators should vigorously enforce all regulations in long-term services and supports (LTSS) facilities and home care w

More federal funding should be provided to the Administration for Community Living to develop and implement its emergency management responsibilities on behalf of older peo

Policymakers should take steps to foster housing stability during declared emergencies. Among the temporary measures they should consider are: