United Russia Boosts Support for Elderly Citizens

The United Russia party adopted a new people's program at the second stage of its 23rd Congress in Moscow.

Consensus

United Russia has adopted a national program focused on supporting elderly citizens.
The program includes measures to improve home medical care for seniors.
The program includes development of cultural and physical activity programs under the 'Active Longevity' regional projects.
The program includes adaptation of urban environments to meet the needs of older people.
The program includes development of long-term care systems for elderly and disabled individuals.
Pension increases will be aligned with inflation rates.
Mechanisms to raise the pensioner living minimum based on consumer price changes are being developed.
The program was adopted during the 23rd Congress of United Russia in Moscow.
The program is intended to guide the party’s campaign for the 9th State Duma elections.
The program was developed with public participation and emphasizes objectivity, realism, and honesty.

As of June 2026, only 11% of elderly people and disabled individuals in need of long-term care were covered by the system, with a national target of 30% by 2030. — vedomosti
As of July 17, 2026, the long-term care system covered 184,000 elderly people and disabled individuals. — vedomosti
The Moscow Oblast government provides additional benefits for pensioners, including monthly pension supplements, free travel, sanatorium vouchers, and compensation for capital repair fees. — vesti