by James Fuccione | Aug 14, 2024 | News and Updates
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) recently announced the award of $6.5 million in funding to 28 municipalities and two Regional Transit Authorities (RTAs) as part of the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s Shared Streets and Spaces Program. The...
by James Fuccione | Aug 14, 2024 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
AARP Research conducted a recent small study with drivers from independent living facilities and senior community centers found that many older drivers may be open to discussing their driving plans with physicians and family members. Older adults and their loved ones...
by James Fuccione | Aug 14, 2024 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
In-person and virtual listening sessions were held over the summer to gather feedback on refreshing the Massachusetts Age and Dementia Friendly Action Plan. A survey to collect additional input, especially to those unable to attend the listening sessions, is available...
by James Fuccione | Aug 14, 2024 | Conferences
AARP Livable Communities is hosting a two-day free, virtual workshop that will explore four core themes — Housing, Transportation, Public Spaces, and Community Engagement — and share innovative solutions and best practices to design places that benefit people of all...
by James Fuccione | Aug 7, 2024 | News and Updates
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative and many partners joined a packed crowd at 2Life Communities’ Golda Meir House in Newton where Governor Maura Healey signed the Affordable Homes Act into law. The Affordable Homes Act and related initiatives will...
