MassDOT is pleased to announce the schedule for this year's Community Transit Grant Program, which is their annual grant program to expand mobility for older adults and people with disabilities. Operating & Mobility Management Applications open September 16, and...
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Clarification on MBTA Income-Eligible Reduced Fare Policy
In its previous newsletter, the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative shared the MBTA's announcement of their expanding access to reduced fares for income-eligible riders beginning Wednesday, September 4, 2024. The MBTA and advocates that pushed for policy...
September Education Programming from the Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following virtual and in-person programs from the Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH happening throughout September: Virtual Programs For Caregivers: September 5 at 6 PM ► The Empowered Caregiver:...
Making Transit More Affordable: MBTA’s Income-Eligible Reduced Fare Program Launches September 4
The MBTA announced that it is expanding access to reduced fares for income-eligible riders beginning Wednesday, September 4, 2024. The online application is can be completed in English, Spanish, Portuguese, simplified Chinese, Haitian-Creole, or Vietnamese. The launch...
Funding Alert: Community Compact Program Available to Support Age and Dementia Friendly Efforts
On August 19th, the Community Compact Best Practices Program was opened for cities and towns. The program is a voluntary, mutual agreement entered into between the Healey-Driscoll Administration and individual cities and towns of the Commonwealth where a community...
Deadline Extended for Feedback on Mass. Age- and Dementia Friendly Action Plan Refresh
In collaboration with community partners, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) is in the process of collecting community feedback on updating and refreshing the Age-Friendly Massachusetts Action Plan. EOEA recently announced an extended timeline for accepting...
Take Part in ‘Good Neighbor Day’ on September 28th
The Coalition to Build Community and End Loneliness in MA proudly recognizes September 28th, 2024, as Good Neighbor Day of Action. This day serves as a catalyst for forging longer term connections and improving social health in our communities. Loneliness affects many...
MassDOT Announces $6.5 Million Shared Streets & Spaces Program Awards
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...
AARP Research Examines Attitudes of Older Drivers and ‘Driving Plans’
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...
Survey Deadline Approaching for Refreshing the Massachusetts Age- and Dementia Friendly Action Plan
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...