In response to the global coronavirus pandemic, communities in the Age-Friendly network are applying their existing plans, programs and partnerships to all of the domains (along with commitments to emergency preparedness) in order to protect and assist older residents...
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Task Force to End Loneliness and Build Community Hosting Regional Conversations
The Taskforce to End Loneliness and Build Community facilitated by AARP Massachusetts and the Gerontology Institute at UMass Boston is hosting a series of regional (virtual) conversations that will help the group, which includes MHAC, promote socially inclusive...
MHAC’s COVID-19 Updates and Resources: 5/1-5/7
In addition to an evolving COVID-19 resource page, MHAC is continuing to collect and share updates on COVID-19 from state government, federal agencies like the Centers for Disease Control, and other key stakeholders. These updates are to help and inform a wide range...
Upcoming Healthy Aging Webinars and Virtual Meetings
Please see the following webinars and virtual meetings to support age- and dementia friendly communities. Metropolitan Area Planning Council/Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization - Essential Trips: A COVID-19 Response Discussion for Local Transit Providers Local...
Submit Comments to Reopening Advisory Board to Highlight Needs of Older Adults
On April 28, Governor Baker announced the formation of the Reopening Advisory Board, which will be Co-Chaired by Lt. Governor Karyn Polito and Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy. The Board includes representatives from the business community,...
Age-Friendly Funding Alert: Transportation Opportunities, AARP Community Challenge Reminder
Thanks once again to our partners at MassMobility for this listing of funding opportunities to support transportation for older adults. MHAC also reminds communities and partners that, among these upcoming deadlines, the AARP Community Challenge Grant extended its...
Celebrate Older Americans Month in May
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads our nation’s observance of Older Americans Month. The theme for 2020 is "Make Your Mark." This theme was selected to encourage and celebrate countless contributions that older adults make to our communities....
MHAC’s COVID-19 Updates and Resources: 4/24-4/30
In addition to an evolving COVID-19 resource page, MHAC is continuing to collect and share updates on COVID-19 from state government, federal agencies like the Centers for Disease Control, and other key stakeholders. These updates are to help and inform a wide range...
Age-Friendly Funding Alert: AARP Community Challenge Now Accepting COVID-19 Response Submissions
The AARP Community Challenge provides small grants to fund "quick-action" projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages. Applications are being accepted for projects to improve housing, transportation, public space, technology ("smart...
Upcoming Healthy Aging Webinars: Mass. Business Roundtable, Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day
Communities and partners in the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative network may be interested in the following virtual opportunities: Supporting Family Caregivers in the Workplace - Mass Business Roundtable During this unprecedented time of COVID-19, the demand...