by James Fuccione | Dec 8, 2021 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
Among the ways communities adapted during the pandemic was to make simple, but impactful changes to streets and public spaces that spurred economic activity, improved walkability and enhanced safe gathering spaces. The Barr Foundation and the Lawrence and Lillian...
by James Fuccione | Dec 8, 2021 | News and Updates
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), and others are promoting resources around Older Drivers Safety Week taking place Dec. 6-10. The resources help families and friends of older drivers have...
by James Fuccione | Dec 8, 2021 | News and Updates
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have updated a webpage on helping older adults and people living with dementia stay safe during cold weather. The guidance and resources focus on preventing hypothermia and falls, accessing home weatherization, and...
by James Fuccione | Dec 1, 2021 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
The Executive Office of Elder Affairs is leading a team that is looking to capture the incredible age- and dementia-friendly work done across the Commonwealth for our collective annual progress report for ReiMAgine Aging, the Age-Friendly Massachusetts Action Plan....
by James Fuccione | Dec 1, 2021 | News and Updates
MHAC previously announced that the MassTrails grant program is open. The program provides matching grants to communities, public entities, and non-profit organizations to plan, design, create, and maintain the diverse network of trails, trail systems, and trails...