Join the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative for our upcoming Statewide Network meeting on March 13th at 10:00 am. These quarterly meetings provide a chance for any organization or community involved in the age- and dementia friendly movement to hear the latest...
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Mass. Office on Disability Releases Guidance on Snow Removal and Accessibility in Massachusetts
With winter well under way, the Massachusetts Office on Disability (MOD) has released a new guidance page with all you need to know about snow removal and accessibility in Massachusetts, including: Why accessible snow removal is important to create safer, more...
Healey-Driscoll Administration Releases State’s First Ever Comprehensive Housing Plan and Needs Assessment
The Healey-Driscoll Administration released the initial results of Massachusetts’ first comprehensive statewide housing plan to increase housing production, meet the unique needs of communities and lower costs across the state. “A Home for Everyone: A Comprehensive...
MBI Shares Funding and RFI Opportunities to Support Digital Equity
At a recent meeting of the Technology Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, cohosted by the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative and the Executive Office of Aging & Independence, Mass Broadband Institute shared upcoming funding opportunities along with an...
Poll Shows Positive Health Impacts for Older Adults Working Later in Life
According to a new report from the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging, more than two-thirds of those who work after age 50 say that working boosts their physical health, mental health, and/or their overall wellbeing. Nearly half (46%) of those who...
Accessory Dwelling Units Officially Allowed Statewide
Accessory dwelling units are now permitted by-right statewide in Massachusetts thanks to the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s Affordable Homes Act, signed into law by Governor Maura Healey in August 2024. Sometimes called tiny homes or in-law suites, ADUs are small,...
Age-Friendly Funding Alerts: Project for Public Spaces, One Stop for Growth, Reminders
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following funding opportunities that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: Community Placemaking Grant, Project for Public Spaces (deadline, Feb 21) The program will offer a...
February Education Programs from the Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following virtual and in-person programs from the Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH happening throughout February: Virtual Programs for Caregivers: February 13 at 12 PM ► Responding to...
Healey-Driscoll Administration Files Municipal Empowerment Bill that Include Senior Property Tax Provisions
Governor Maura Healey filed legislation to help local governments across Massachusetts reduce long-term fiscal pressures, attract a talented workforce, provide high-quality services, and streamline operations to best serve residents. The Municipal Empowerment Act...
MHAC and AgeSpan Expand Digital Equity Efforts As Part of Announcement of $19 Million from MBI
This week, the Healey-Driscoll administration and the Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) at the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (MassTech) announced $19 million in grants to support participants of the Digital Equity Partnerships Program. AgeSpan and the...