A research paper from UMass-Boston published in The Gerontologist provides analysis on 18 states and one U.S. territory with active or emergent age-friendly initiatives, including age-friendly state initiatives and state-level multi-sector plans on aging (MPAs). The...
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Tiny Home ‘Village’ for Homeless Older Adults Breaks Ground in Worcester
The Seeds of Hope Tiny Home Village is a four-unit development in Worcester designed to provide permanent supportive housing for homeless seniors on fixed incomes. The project was reported by several news outlets, including the Worcester Guardian, Telegram &...
ACL Announces Elder Justice Awareness Month Webinar Series
In recognition of Elder Justice Awareness Month, ACL and the Elder Justice Coordinating Council (EJCC) are hosting a webinar series on protecting older adults by strengthening awareness, prevention, and response to fraud, abuse, and exploitation. This series offers...
2025 Status Report on Age-Friendly Central Mass. Action Plan Released by CMRPC
Since 2021, Central Massachusetts as a region has been recognized as an Age-Friendly community committed to improving quality of life for older residents. The 2023 Age-Friendly Central Mass Action Plan outlines strategies focused on transportation, community health,...
Help Include Healthy Aging, Age/Dementia Friendly Efforts in the Massachusetts Rural Policy Plan
Throughout May and June, members of the Massachusetts Rural Policy Commission will hold public engagement feedback sessions to hear your thoughts regarding the 2026 Massachusetts Rural Policy Plan draft. The Plan chapters address Economic Development, Education,...
MHP to Launch ADU Incentive Program Later this Spring
Launching later this spring, the Massachusetts Housing Partnership (MHP) ADU Incentive Program is designed to provide homeowners with clear, reliable, professional guidance to determine if an ADU is feasible on their property before they invest significant time,...
Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events and learning opportunities that help promote inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: Aging & Behavioral Health: Practice, Policy and Partnership, May 27th (in...
Boston University MetroBridge Program Seeking Project Partners for Fall 2026
MetroBridge, the experiential learning program at Boston University's Initiative on Cities, is seeking project partners for the fall 2026 semester. These projects have included age- and dementia friendly initiatives like improving walkability and analyzing access to...
MHAC’s Year in Review for ReiMAgine Aging 2030: The Massachusetts Plan
In the year since Governor Maura Healey announced the ReiMAgine Aging 2030 Plan representing a vision and framework to accelerate age- and dementia friendly efforts across Massachusetts, progress and positive impact have been demonstrated by partners at the local,...
DCR Announces In-Person Senior Park Pass Instruction Events
In conjunction with Older Americans Month and Executive Order 642, the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is hosting three in-person events to aid park visitors in applying for Senior Parking Passes, which grant Massachusetts residents age...