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...
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Governor Healey Announces October 13 Launch for Car-Free Seniors MBTA Pilot Program
Governor Maura Healey recently announced that enrollment for the Car-Free Seniors Pilot Program, a new initiative providing free MBTA service to Massachusetts residents age 75 and older who no longer drive, will open on October 13, 2026. In partnership with the...
MassDOT ‘Golden Gears’ Programming Rescheduled into October
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) had announced three free biking and bikeshare sessions for adults ages 50 and older through its Golden Gears program. The recent nor'easter threat forced rescheduling on some of those events. Participants do not...
DCR Announces Accessible Fall Recreation Opportunities
Governor Maura Healey and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) announced the return of its Universal Access Program’s (UAP) fall programming, with a roster of activities at DCR properties throughout the state that provide equipment and...
Upcoming Education Events from the Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following education events from the Alzheimer's Association of Mass./NH. Programs for everyone 10 Warning Signs If you or someone you know is experiencing changes in memory, it's time to learn the...
Free, Virtual Dementia Training for Fire and EMS Personnel
The Alzheimer's Association of MA/NH is hosting two training opportunities in May with a goal of educating Fire and EMS personnel on the impact that Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias may have on individuals and communities. This program has been developed...
Mass. Housing Partnership Seeking Communities for ‘Complete Neighborhoods Initiative’
The Massachusetts Housing Partnership seeks communities that are motivated and ready to create human-centric and mobility-oriented neighborhoods to tackle some of the Commonwealth's biggest challenges: housing, transportation, and climate change. Communities already...
Home Modification Loan Program Promoted by CEDAC
In a recent blog post, the Community Economic Development Assistance Corporation (CEDAC) promoted the Home Modification Loan Program, which may be helpful to age- and dementia friendly communities looking to address local housing issues. The Home Modification Loan...
Support for Local Housing Available through CHAPA Municipal Engagement Initiative
Believing that housing is at the center of the hub of work needed to create healthy, equitable, affordable, and vibrant communities, the Municipal Engagement Initiative (MEI) from the Citizens' Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) works with residents on the...
Free Training Course, LearnACP, Can Help Communities and Organizations Connect Older Adults to Internet Access
EducationSuperHighway has released LearnACP, a new training course and certification for states, cities, and community-based organizations working to increase awareness and adoption of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The new training is offered for free by...