National Poll Explores COVID-19 Vaccination Acceptance for Older Adults

by James Fuccione | Dec 9, 2020 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

Once enough people receive effective vaccines against the novel coronavirus, experts say, the end of the pandemic may be in sight. But a new poll of older adults – one of the highest-priority groups for vaccination – suggests an uphill climb lies ahead to reach that...

Lasell University, MGA Seek Info to Connect Students with Opportunities in Aging Services

by James Fuccione | Dec 9, 2020 | News and Updates

The RoseMary B. Fuss Center for Research on Aging and Intergenerational Studies at Lasell University is working with the Massachusetts Gerontology Association (MGA) to raise awareness about careers in aging and explore ways to connect students at our colleges and...

Age-Friendly Funding Alert: MassDOT, Mass Cultural Council, NACCHO

by James Fuccione | Dec 2, 2020 | News and Updates

The Mass. Healthy Aging Collaborative is reminding age- and dementia friendly communities that the Shared Winter Streets and Spaces Program from the Mass. Department of Transportation (MassDOT) in partnership with the Barr Foundation is available in four rounds spaced...

NCOA, AARP Foundation Releases Resources on Housing and Utility Assistance During COVID-19

by James Fuccione | Dec 2, 2020 | News and Updates

The National Council on Aging (NCOA) publicized a set of resources on their blog aimed at alleviating housing and utility costs while the AARP Foundation’s “Connect 2 Affect” campaign created a resource focused on lowering utility bills. NCOA’s...

Nonprofits Receive $900,000 in Funding from Tufts Health Plan Foundation to Address COVID-19 Pandemic

by James Fuccione | Dec 2, 2020 | News and Updates

Tufts Health Plan Foundation today announced 64 community organizations will share $900,000 to help in on-going COVID-19 response efforts. The nonprofit organizations focus on urgent needs in communities, especially those disproportionately affected by the virus. The...