AARP Announces Community Challenge Grant Awardees

by James Fuccione | Jun 18, 2025 | News and Updates

AARP announced the newest recipients of their annual Community Challenge Grant that spanned three categories – Flagship Awards, Demonstration Grants and Capacity-Building Micro-Grants. Congratulations to the Massachusetts grantees listed below: Flagship Grant...

Heat Preparedness Resources for Older Adults and Caregivers Shared by Executive Office of Aging and Independence

by James Fuccione | Jun 18, 2025 | News and Updates

When temperatures reach above 90 degrees Fahrenheit, adults aged 65+ are at a greater risk of experiencing heat-related side-effects, particularly those with certain chronic medical conditions or those who take prescription medications that affect the body’s...

Age-Friendly Funding Alert: MBI Hosting Info Session on Residential Retrofit Grant Program

by James Fuccione | Jun 18, 2025 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) invites you to attend an informational webinar on Wednesday, June 25 at 1:00 p.m. to learn about a grant program that brings affordable, high-quality internet to residents living in public and affordable housing. The...

NCOA Offers Resources on Supporting Older Adults with Combined Vision and Hearing Loss

by James Fuccione | Jun 18, 2025 | Uncategorized

In a recent blog post, National Council on Aging (NCOA) highlighted a study on “Recognizing the Needs of Older Adults with Combined Vision and Hearing Loss,” offers key recommendations for improving the lives of older DeafBlind individuals. The...

Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Residential Retrofit Program, BCBS of MA Foundation, MassDOT Helping Hand Mini-Grant

by James Fuccione | Jun 11, 2025 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following funding opportunities that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: Residential Retrofit Program Round IV, Mass Broadband Institute (Expression of Interest due July 31)...