The Alzheimer's Association of Mass./New Hampshire is offering the following virtual and in-person events in May to support caregivers and people living with dementia: Programs for Caregivers: May 8 at 12 PM ► Effective Communication Strategies May 14 at 12 PM ►...
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Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging: Mass Association for Mental Health, Dementia Training for Fire/EMS, LGBTQ+ Elders Conference
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: Mass Association for Mental Health Annual Conference: Leading Change – May 8th from 8:30...
Celebrating Older Americans Month in May
Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2024 theme is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact that meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health...
Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Alzheimer’s and Dementia Programs Initiative (ADPI), Funding Reminders
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following funding opportunities that help support inclusive age-and dementia friendly communities: Alzheimer’s and Dementia Programs Initiative (ADPI), Administration for Community...
Massachusetts Cities Represented in Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety
The Mayors Innovation Project announced a new cohort of local leaders for the second annual Mayors Institute on Pedestrian Safety. The program, in partnership with AARP Livable Communities and Smart Growth America, selected 10 mayors from a national competitive...
Listening Sessions Hosted by Mass. Housing Advisory Council & Commission on Unlocking Housing Production
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities along with members of the Housing Advisory Council will host multiple listening sessions around the Commonwealth to hear more from our local communities and to provide input for the Healey-Driscoll...
Massachusetts Efforts Featured in NDIA Digital Equity Implementation Resource
Little Brothers-Friends of the Elderly, Tech Goes Home and the Municipal Digital Equity Planning Program from MBI are all featured in the National Digital Inclusion Alliance's State Digital Equity Implementation Manual, which will support states, territories, and DC...
Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging
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: Mass eHealth Institute (MeHI), Medicaid Challenge: Revolutionizing Home-Based Care, April...
Reminder: Public Comment Period Open for MassDOT’s ‘Beyond Mobility’ Plan
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced the five-week public comment period for “Beyond Mobility,” the Massachusetts 2050 Transportation Plan. The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is encouraging its stakeholder network, including...
Point32Health Foundation announces $2 million in grants to 20 nonprofit organizations
The Point32Health Foundation announced 20 grants totaling more than $2 million to nonprofit organizations advancing equity in aging and social and racial justice initiatives. The new Foundation investments support public policy and system changes to eliminate...