For the second consecutive year, the MGH was named to AARP’s list of top 50 employers that support workers over the age of 50, ranking the hospital #10 in the nation this year, a position we are very proud to have achieved. The MGH was chosen for this honor because of the workplace policies and practices the hospital has in place to meet the needs of employees at various stages of their lives - particularly those who are nearing retirement age or beyond.

According to the AARP, nearly one third of the total workforce in the U.S. will be over the age of 50 by the year 2014 and the proportion of younger workers continues to decline, making the retention of more experienced workers imperative for employers to stay competitive in today's marketplace.

While supporting and attracting older workers is a fairly new trend in the business world, it has been a common and respected practice at the MGH for years. One of the most important components of the hospital's mission is to train future health care professionals. It is because of our more experienced staff members who pass on their knowledge and expertise to the next generation of health care workers that we are able to fulfill this part of our mission.

The MGH proudly employs more than 5,000 employees over 50 out of the more than 19,000 employees currently working at the hospital. We particularly value these employees for the many contributions they bring to the MGH community - from providing direct patient care, to ensuring daily hospital operations run smoothly, to taking care of our buildings and facilities.

This website is dedicated to MGHers over 50 with news and information about this proud achievement from AARP.

“My 30 years of Healthcare Management experience, along with my life experience as a wife, mother and grandmother have been recognized, appreciated and promoted by MGH leadership and the hospital community. MGH’s awareness, appreciation and recognition of professionalism and wisdom is evident throughout this outstanding institution, which encourages and promotes diversity in cultures and professional and life experiences, without barriers to professional growth and personal fulfillment. I’m proud that the MGH has received this honor from AARP.”

Josephine L. Kubilus
Operations Manager
Practice Support Unit
MGH / MGPO Practice Improvement Division

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