Boston, Cambridge, and Somerville were among the Massachusetts communities that showed up in AARP's Livability Index "Top 100" that represent strong scores for being age-friendly. The AARP Livability Index Tool was recently updated and draws on more than 50 different...
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AARP Releases Housing Design Competition Tool Kit
Produced by AARP Livable Communities with the RL Mace Universal Design Institute, the new AARP Housing Design Competition Tool Kit explains how a design contest can be a stepping stone for developing housing that’s both needed and suitable for people of all ages. As...
Mass. Department of Telecom and Cable Promotes Lifeline Program and More Affordable Internet Options
During Digital Inclusion Week, the Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Cable (DTC) reminded consumers of another awareness raising effort that occurred last month when the agency joined the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), other state...
Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging: Tech. Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, AARP Livable Communities Workshop, Dementia Friends Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events by partners in our network that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: Technology Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, October 17, 10:00-11:30 am (virtual)...
Intergenerational Program Certification from ‘Generations United’ Due Nov. 7th
The Program of Distinction and Program of Merit designations from Generations United are based on the criteria that underpin the effectiveness of any intergenerational program and are intended to recognize the rich diversity among programs that involve older and...
Governor Healey Signs Bill Improving Access to High-Quality Care for Older Residents
Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, legislative leaders, elected officials and advocates came together for a ceremonial signing of An Act to improve quality and oversight of long-term care, which improves oversight and standards at Long Term Care...
Mass Broadband Institute Promoting Programs to Improve Broadband Access in Affordable Housing
Mass Broadband Institute (MBI) is offering owners/operators of affordable and public housing two program options designed to increase access to high speed, affordable, and high quality broadband to residents. Communities working to become more age- and dementia...
October 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 October: Virtual Programs for Caregivers: October 9 at 12 PM ► Communicating Effectively...
Point32Health Foundation Awards $230,000 in Grants to Community Organizations in the Region for Civic Engagement and Equity in Aging
Point32Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Point32Health and its family of companies, including Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Tufts Health Plan and Care Partners of Connecticut, announced grants totaling $230,000 to support nonprofit organizations in...
Advocacy Guide Released by National Center to Reframe Aging Ahead of Ageism Awareness Day
The National Center to Reframe Aging, which is dedicated to ending ageism by advancing an equitable and complete story about aging in America, has released the Advocacy Quick Start Guide offering a comprehensive overview of key principles to help reframe aging through...