It's Official - AAHSA Now LeadingAge

On July 1, we told you that the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA) was planning to change its name to LeadingAge because it felt the new moniker better reflected the group's role and internal vibrancy.

The change was dependent upon a vote from AAHSA's membership. On Monday, AAHSA announced that approximately 40 percent of members cast their votes, with 85% voting for the name change and 15% voting against it.

The new name will take effect in early 2011, the organization's 50th anniversary. The group will also begin using a new mission statement: "Expanding the world of possibilities for aging."