John Hancock Launches Personalized Longevity Preparedness Tool with MIT AgeLab
Event summary
- John Hancock unveiled a personalized longevity preparedness assessment tool on April 14, 2026, at its Longer. Healthier. Better. Symposium in Boston.
- The tool evaluates readiness across eight domains: health, finance, care, home, daily activities, community, life transitions, and social connection.
- Built on the Longevity Preparedness Index launched in 2025, which showed US adults scored an average of 60 out of 100 in overall preparedness.
- The tool is available at www.johnhancock.com/readyforbetter and aims to guide better planning for longer lifespans.
The big picture
John Hancock's new tool reflects the growing emphasis on holistic aging strategies as the US population aged 65+ is projected to surge from 58 to 82 million by 2050. The collaboration with MIT AgeLab underscores a shift toward data-driven, personalized solutions in financial services, positioning John Hancock at the forefront of longevity planning.
What we're watching
- Adoption Pace
- How quickly consumers and financial professionals will integrate the tool into long-term planning.
- Strategic Impact
- Whether this tool can differentiate John Hancock in a competitive insurance market.
- Data Utilization
- The extent to which the insights from the tool will drive tangible improvements in longevity preparedness.
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