JCHS of Harvard University Compiles Book on Residential Design that Includes Senior Housing

by James Fuccione | Jul 17, 2024 | Data and Reports

The State of Housing Design 2023 is the first book in a new series that reviews national trends, ideas, and critical issues as they relate to residential design. This volume examines recently built housing projects of notable design that address issues of...

WalkMassachusetts Creates New Resource with Funding Strategies to Improve Walking Infrastructure

by James Fuccione | Jul 10, 2024 | News and Updates

WalkMassachusetts has compiled a list of funding strategies and opportunities into a resource to help organizations and municipalities improve walking infrastructure. This is a valuable guide for partners working to advance age- and dementia friendly communities. The...

Survey Available and Listening Sessions Coming up to Support Massachusetts Age- and Dementia Friendly Action Plan Refresh

by James Fuccione | Jul 9, 2024 | News and Updates

Massachusetts is working to update its age- and dementia-friendly action plan and needs your help!  Age- and dementia-friendly communities are cities and towns that have made a commitment and taken action to become more inclusive and supportive of older adults, as...

Age-Friendly Health Systems Initiative Announces Resource to Help Prepare Older Adults for Medical Appointments

by James Fuccione | Jul 9, 2024 | News and Updates

A new “My Health Checklist” is available from the Age-Friendly Health Systems initiative, which is designed to help older adults get the most out of upcoming medical appointments. This guide is intended to help older adults think through all aspects of...

U.S Senate Special Committee on Aging Unveils New Report Detailing the Effects of Hoarding Disorder on Older Americans

by James Fuccione | Jul 8, 2024 | Data and Reports

The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging unveiled a new Aging Committee Majority Staff report shedding new light on the effect that hoarding disorder has on older Americans and our communities. The report, entitled “The Consequences of Clutter: How Hoarding Disorder...