City of Dallas invites older adults to attend free housing summit offering support and vital resources

Dallas, Texas – Older adults in Dallas will soon have the chance to access critical housing information and support at the upcoming 2025 Aging & Housing Summit, a free community event hosted by the City of Dallas Office of Housing & Community Empowerment – Age-Friendly Senior Services and Fair Housing Division. The summit, held in partnership with AARP and the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC), will take place on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Winfrey Point, located at 950 E Lawther Dr., Dallas, TX 75218.

Connecting Seniors to Housing Support, Rights, and Opportunities

The summit aims to empower older Dallas residents by helping them understand their housing rights, access affordable housing resources, and connect with local organizations committed to serving aging and disabled populations. “This free community event is designed to help older Dallas residents access vital housing resources, learn about their rights, and connect with local organizations offering support.”

Topics covered will include:

• Understanding tenant rights

• Resources and assistance for homeowners

• Affordable housing opportunities

• Strategies to prevent homelessness among older adults

In addition to presentations and resource booths, attendees will be able to engage directly with representatives from several key community partners. Participating organizations include:

• City of Dallas

• Dallas Housing Coalition

• Austin Street Center

• Dallas Housing Authority

• Legal Aid of Northwest Texas

• Dallas Central Appraisal District

• Builders of Hope CDC

• Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity

• Frazier Revitalization

The event is free and open to the public. Registration is encouraged and can be completed online at dal.city/HSGOlderadults.

With a growing aging population in Dallas, the summit underscores the city’s continued efforts to make housing more accessible, equitable, and supportive for seniors. Organizers hope the event will empower attendees to better navigate housing challenges and take advantage of available resources.