News: Stories from the Field

Reforming policies to eliminate some housing barriers

One man’s story of discrimination as he reentered community after serving his time. A report from the Public Health Institute of Western Massachusetts shows that older adults with a criminal record are at low risk for committing a crime, yet at high risk for...

Pittsfield Placemaking Project Highlighted by AARP

In their recent newsletter, AARP Livable Communities focused on cities that are "activating" their alleyways into vibrant community spaces that turn into more than a pass-through or a place people avoid. In 2017, the community planning and design firm Team Better...

AARP Wins Award for Video Celebrating Men as Family Caregivers

AARP recently won a prominent “Sharecare Award” for its video spotlighting men as family caregivers, raising attention to an often hidden but vitally important group of people. Co-produced with AARP Studios, the 3-minute video offers an inside look at a gathering of...

Boston Front and Center in Latest AARP Newsletter

The latest AARP Livable Communities Newsletter has a headline feature titled "Boston Is Putting Driverless Cars Through an Age-Friendly Road Test." The article is focused on the public-private partnership that is setting an example for other cities to follow when it...

City of Boston Launches Age- and Dementia Friendly Business Designation

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the City of Boston's Commission on Affairs of the Elderly  launched their Age and Dementia-Friendly Business designation, a new pilot program that encourages local businesses to make their spaces and services more inclusive for people of all...

Berkshire Eagle Podcast Discusses Age-Friendly Berkshires Action Plan

A new edition of the Berkshire Eagle Podcast highlights the ongoing work of Age Friendly Berkshires after the recent release of their action plan following three years of assessment and planning. The Berkshire Eagle podcast host Mark Mills speaks with Peg McDonough, a...