Smart Growth Alliance (SGA) is a national organization working through research, advocacy, and direct community support on issues including housing and land use, transportation, and economic development. SGA recently released a report on their technical assistance...
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Old Colony Planning Commission Region Joins the Age-Friendly Network
The Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) is pleased to announce its official enrollment in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, as a regional entity. This follows the Health Equity Partnership of North Central Massachusetts (CHNA-9) as the second...
Governor Healey and Lieutenant Governor Driscoll Release $16.6 Billion Capital Investment Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2030
The Healey-Driscoll Administration released the Commonwealth’s FY26–FY30 Capital Investment Plan (CIP). This $16.6 billion five-year plan makes historic investments in housing production and preservation, and other age-friendly improvements. The CIP further advances...
Mass. Healthy Aging Collaborative Receives Grant from the Philanthropic Arm of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan, Point32Health Foundation
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative (MHAC) is proud to announce that the organization received a $70,000 general operating grant from Point32Health Foundation. The funds support community-led approaches, along with regional and statewide collaborations,...
Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Residential Retrofit Program, BCBS of MA Foundation, MassDOT Helping Hand Mini-Grant
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)...
Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Residential Retrofit Program, BCBS of MA Foundation, MassDOT Helping Hand Mini-Grant
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)...
AARP Announces Community Challenge Grant Awardees
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 Awards:...
Heat Preparedness Resources for Older Adults and Caregivers Shared by Executive Office of Aging and Independence
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 ability...
Age-Friendly Funding Alert: MBI Hosting Info Session on Residential Retrofit Grant Program
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...
Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Residential Retrofit Program, BCBS of MA Foundation, MassDOT Helping Hand Mini-Grant
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)...