2025 Guide to AgeTech Funds and Startup Accelerators
At TheGerontechnologist.com, we specialize in tracking the AgeTech ecosystem. Mostly startups (as can be seen on our latest AgeTech Market Map) but also funding opportunities, accelerators, and other resources available to AgeTech startups.
A decade ago, funding and acceleration opportunities for AgeTech startups were scarce. Today, the landscape has transformed dramatically, with numerous active VCs and accelerator programs dedicated to AgeTech innovation. In this article, we highlight the key players and programs that are driving the AgeTech Revolution and helping startups thrive.
Early Stage AgeTech Venture Capital Funds
Equitage Ventures
Led by Generator Ventures Alumni Daniel Kaplan and Russel Hirsch, together with Solera founder and CEO Adam Kaplan, Equitage announced a $47M fund in 2025 (and no, the two Kaplan’s aren’t related).
Together they bring deep expertise that allows them to provide not only capital but also guidance to early-stage entrepreneurs who are holistically addressing the unmet physical, mental, spiritual, and social needs of older adults. A Notable investment from this fund is August, which created an AI enabled EHR platform for senior living.
Check out the podcast interview with Daniel Kaplan to learn more.
Longevity Venture Partners
Longevity Venture Partners is an early-stage venture capital fund focused on investing in AgeTech, healthcare, and wellness sectors. The fund announced that it closed a $30 million fund dedicated to advancing aging-in-place and longevity solutions in 2023. Led by Raissa Hacohen and Dr. Jonathan Ringo, this funds notable investments include Carefull and Voxela.
Check out the podcast interview with Managing Partner Raissa Hacohen to learn more.
Primetime Partners
Primetime Partners is an early-stage venture capital fund dedicated to investing in companies that transform the quality of living for older adults. Founded by veteran investor Alan Patricof and former SoulCycle exec Abby Miller Levy, Primetime Partners’ focus is on sectors such as healthcare, financial services, consumer products, and media. Notable portfolio companies include Bold and Butlr.
Check out the podcast interview with Managing Partner Abby Miller Levy to learn more.
Third Act Ventures
Third Act Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm dedicated to investing in startups that revolutionize aging. They focus on companies that develop innovative solutions for older adults and are one of the few VCs in the space with a truly global portfolio. Led by Max Zamkow, this fund has made investments in the US, Canada, Japan, and the UK and is actively exploring opportunities throughout Western Europe and Israel. Notable portfolio companies include Voxela and Careswitch.
Check out the podcast interview with founding partner Max Zamkow to learn more.
1843 Capital
1843 Capital is an early-stage venture capital fund specializing in AgeTech and Longevity. Led by Tracy Chadwell and Gwen Weiss, this fund brings years of investing, marketing, and operational experience to support their founders, 1843 invests in innovative solutions that enhance the health span and quality of life for older adults. Notable portfolio companies include Lotus and Cariloop.
Check out the podcast interview with Founding Partner Tracy Chadwell to learn more.
Cake Ventures
Cake Ventures is an early-stage venture capital fund launched in 2023 with a $17 million first fund. The fund focuses on three key demographic shifts: aging and longevity, the increased spending power of women, and the shift to a majority-minority population. Notable portfolio companies include Guaranteed and Bright.
For more details, visit Cake Ventures.
Magnify Ventures
Magnify Ventures invests in early-stage startups transforming life, work, and care for modern families. Launched in 2022 with a fund of $52M, they focus on four key areas: Future of Families, Aging Innovation, Household Optimization, and Work-Life Reimagined. Notable portfolio companies include Papa, a trusted digital health solution for Hispanic families and a social activity platform for healthy aging. Magnify Ventures partners with visionary leaders inspired by personal experiences to address long-overlooked challenges using technology.
For more details, visit Magnify Ventures.
Elder Ventures
Led by Ivan Yuen, a seasoned entrepreneur, Elder Ventures invests in early stage ventures that promote aging in place, health (including cognitive health), work and finance, and staying connected.
(We’ve got a podcast interview with Ivan in the pipeline, sign up for updates to be notified as soon as it’s published!)
Right at Home Ventures
With over 25 years of experience in home care and a network of 600+ franchise locations, Right at Home recently announced the launch of Right at Home Corporate Ventures – a $5M seed-stage corporate venture fund dedicated to empowering U.S.-based startups focused on innovative solutions that enhance aging at home. Led by former AgeTech founder and home care insider Bailey Paxton, Right at Home Ventures believe the future of senior care lies in technology, services, and products that enable older adults to live comfortably and independently in their own homes.
Later Stage AgeTech Venture Capital Funds
AgeTech Capital
AgeTech Capital is a purpose-driven private market investment firm focused on accelerating and scaling innovative and affordable technology solutions for healthier, wealthier, and more fulfilling aging. According to recent press release, they are raising a $50M first fund alongside an additional $50M for SPVs and co-investments. Focused on growth-stage companies across Canada, the US, and internationally, the fund emphasizes sectors such as aging in place, circle of care, healthy living, and financial security.
Led by Alan MacIntosh, Lyne Landry and Bruce Simpson, this fund works in collaboration with AARP’s Amelia Hay and Andy Miller to bring even more investments to AgeTech startups through the AgeTech Investor Network.
Check out the podcast interview with founding partner Lyne Landry to learn more.
Ziegler Link-age Funds
The Ziegler Link-age Funds are growth-oriented venture funds focused on technology, tech-enabled services, and emerging care delivery models in the post-acute and aging markets. Launched with over $110 million in committed capital, these funds have invested in 33 portfolio companies, including notable investments in CareLinx, OnShift, and True Link. The funds are backed by 160 senior living provider limited partners (LPs) who provide valuable insights and support to portfolio companies, targeting startups that deliver advanced products and services to the senior marketplace.
For more details, visit Ziegler Link•age Funds.
AgeTech Startup Accelerators (and government backed programs)
Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI)
The Centre for Aging + Brain Health Innovation (CABHI) is a leading accelerator fund supporting innovations in the aging and brain health sector. Operating primarily in Canada and backed by the government of Canada, CABHI offers various programs such as Ignite, Spark, Mentorship, Capital, and Continuation (MC²), and Discover and Adopt (D+A). CABHI offers funding not just for startups, not also for point-of-care workers, managers, researcher, or informal caregivers who have an idea in senior care that they want to to develop, test, and/or scale (through the Spark program).
Funding amounts vary by program, with significant investments available to help startups scale and achieve market readiness. CABHI fosters collaborations with healthcare providers, researchers, and industry leaders to drive impactful innovations.
For more details, visit CABHI.
AgeTech Collaborative from AARP
The AgeTech Collaborative from AARP is an accelerator program designed to support startups innovating in the longevity market. The program operates through themed pitch events and open mic challenges throughout the year. ATC events are held both online and in-person and provide startups diverse opportunities to showcase their innovations and receive valuable feedback and support. A huge bonus of being an ATC startup is getting the chance to showcase your solution and get massive exposure at events like CES, in which AARP has prominent presence.
Check out the podcast interview with Sasha Spellman and Aurelie Cornett to learn more.
envisAGE
envisAGE is a Canadian AgeTech initiative that is, supported by the Government of Canada and MEDTEQ+, focuses on accelerating AgeTech innovations for older adults. Operating across Canada, the program offers 12- to 18-month collaborative projects, integrating technologies (Technology Readiness Levels 7-8) with community labs such as retirement and long-term care homes.
Check out the podcast interview with Sabrina Boutin to learn more.
The Birdhouse Accelerator and Fund
The Birdhouse is a startup accelerator and fund which operates in Belgium.
Their program offers a 12-week accelerator focused on achieving product-market fit and preparing for upscale financing rounds. Birdhouse Ventures provides startups selected for the program initial funding of €75k and can follow up with investments up to €1.5M from their early-stage investment fund. For more details, visit Birdhouse.
Next Age Accelerator and Fund
Next Age is Europe another European acceleration program which operates in Italy and is dedicated to AgeTech startups, initiated by CDP Venture Capital and AC75 Startup Accelerator, and managed alongside SOSV, an international venture capital firm. Next Age supports startups through a structured 4-month program and emphasizes in-person collaboration in Ancona, Italy, for at least two months to foster deep connections and strategic growth. Startups selected for the program can receive initial funding of €120K, with the potential for additional investments of up to €1.5M for the most promising companies.
For more information, visit Next Age.
The AgeTech landscape is rapidly evolving, with a growing number of investors and accelerators dedicated to fostering innovation in this vital sector. Whether you are an entrepreneur looking to scale your startup or an investor seeking the next big opportunity, staying informed about these key players is crucial. We hope this guide has provided you with valuable insights into the dynamic world of AgeTech funding and support.
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