2026 Actuarial Research Topics for Long Term Services and Supports (LTSS)
Supports actuarial research on long term services and supports (LTSS), focusing on trends, challenges, and impacts to inform actuarial practice and public financial security.
Funder: Society of Actuaries
Due Dates: June 25, 2026 (notification of intent) | July 15, 2026 (proposal submission)
Funding Amounts: Typical project budget: $25,000–$50,000; literature reviews: $15,000–$20,000; surveys: $28,000–$55,000.
Summary: Supports actuarial research on long term services and supports (LTSS), focusing on trends, challenges, and impacts to inform actuarial practice and public financial security.
Description
This grant opportunity from the Society of Actuaries (SOA) Research Institute’s Aging and Retirement program invites proposals for research on long term services and supports (LTSS). With the growing need for LTSS due to aging populations, chronic illness, and disability, the SOA seeks projects that analyze the actuarial aspects of LTSS, including demographic trends, service delivery models, financing strategies, health outcomes, and the potential role of artificial intelligence. The goal is to produce resources that deepen understanding of LTSS issues, inform actuarial practice, and contribute to public financial security. Government programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, and Veterans’ Affairs are out of scope for this call.
