Summary
A study by RetirementLiving.com ranked U.S. states on how well they provide senior care. Hawaii scored the highest for its quality of nursing homes and low preventable hospitalizations, while Louisiana ranked the lowest due to poor health outcomes and environmental issues affecting seniors.
Key Facts
- RetirementLiving.com evaluated each U.S. state on senior care using health care access, social factors, and physical environment.
- Hawaii ranked first for senior care, with high-quality nursing homes and low rates of preventable hospitalizations.
- Minnesota and Utah followed, noted for strong health care access and a supportive environment for seniors.
- Louisiana ranked last due to poor health outcomes, low air quality, and access to parks, and limited health care.
- Mississippi was second to last, with high rates of senior poverty and social isolation.
- West Virginia faced the worst health care access for seniors, contributing to preventable hospitalizations.
- The study found that Northeastern and Upper Midwest states generally provide better senior care than Southern states.
- Newsweek contacted health departments in Hawaii and Louisiana for comments on these findings.
