The Massachusetts Office of the Veteran Advocate (OVA) today announced the release of its first five-year Strategic Plan, establishing a roadmap to guide the independent state agency's work from Fiscal Year 2027 through Fiscal Year 2031. The plan identifies five...
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Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging – Tech. Learning Collaborative, Caring for the Caregiver Webinar Series, Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH Programs
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events that support and promote inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities. Technology Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, co-hosted by Executive Office of Aging &...
Governor Healey Announces $5 Million to Make It Easier and More Affordable to Build ADUs
Governor Maura Healey announced a new $5 million investment to make it easier and more affordable to build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) across Massachusetts, bringing the administration's total commitment to supporting ADU development to $15 million. The new...
Massachusetts State 911 Department Launches Statewide Campaign to Help Older Adults Access 9-1-1
The Massachusetts State 911 Department has launched “911 Help Is At Your Fingertips,” a statewide public awareness campaign to help older adults, their families and caregivers understand the different ways to reach emergency services and resources available to people...
Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Cultural Facilities Fund, and Grant Reminders
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following funding and technical assistance opportunities that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities. Cultural Facilities Fund, Mass Cultural Council - applications due by...
Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging – Reframing Aging, Technology Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, Caring for the Caregiver Monthly Series
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events that support and promote inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities. What Comes Next? Moving from Ageism Awareness to Action, hosted by the National Center to Reframe Aging...
Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: MassTrails Grants Open Nov. 2nd
The MassTrails Grant Program administered by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation opens on November 2nd! The program provides funding and technical expertise for project development, design, engineering, permitting, constructions and maintenance...
Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events that support and promote inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities. What Comes Next? Moving from Ageism Awareness to Action, hosted by the National Center to Reframe Aging...
Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards Over $13 Million to Create & Improve Local Parks and Protect Natural Land Across Massachusetts
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced more than $13 million in grants to 45 projects across Massachusetts, investing in the creation of parks, the protection of forests and wetlands, and the expansion of safe, accessible outdoor spaces for residents. This...
Pioneer Valley Region is Recognized for Age- and Dementia Friendly Progress
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative recently joined the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPC), Massachusetts Councils on Aging, local organizations and AARP Massachusetts to celebrate an age- and dementia action plan for the Pioneer Valley region. The...