This June, the Alzheimer’s Association is working hard to promote Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. This year their focus is highlighting the critical importance of early detection and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Continue reading
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“Memory Sunday” Event to Raise Dementia Awareness Among Faith Communities
The City of Boston, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, Alzheimer’s Association of MA/NH and other organizations are sponsoring the first “Memory Sunday” event in the Northeast on Sunday, June 10th.
The idea behind Memory Sunday is that every church, on the 2nd Sunday in June each year will openly address the problem of Alzheimer’s disease to increase awareness and promote existing resources. The City of Boston and other event organizers are inviting people and representatives of faith communities to attend this year and next year do it in their own places of worship.
See event details and registration information below: Continue reading
Age-Friendly Boston Announces Public Restroom Map
Age-Friendly Boston and the city’s Elderly Commission is pleased to launch the new Interactive Public Restroom Map.
This effort came directly out of the city’s Age-Friendly listening sessions when people said knowing where the public restrooms are would make them feel more comfortable getting around town. Continue reading
John A. Hartford Foundation Biz Innovation Award: Due June 11th
The Aging and Disability Business Institute is accepting nominations for The John A. Hartford Foundation (JAHF) 2018 Business Innovation Award by June 11th. Continue reading
Age-Friendly News Clips: May 2018 (Vol. 2)
Periodically, the Healthy Aging Collaborative will share news articles that mention state and local efforts to make cities, towns and regions in Massachusetts Age- and Dementia Friendly.
Check out the following articles from late May on the momentum of this movement building across the state. Continue reading
AARP Podcast: Planning for an Age-Friendly Future
One of the most exciting developments in the livable communities movement is the increasing collaboration between professionals who specialize in aging and the planners who shape the form and function of our communities. Continue reading
Momentum Fund Open to Advance Age- and Dementia Friendly Community Movement
With the Momentum Fund open, Tufts Health Plan Foundation continues to lead the way in supporting healthy aging with a new initiative will to advance age-friendly and dementia-friendly work in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Grants of up to $10,000 will support early-stage initiatives and innovative efforts; $100,000 has been allocated for each state. Continue reading
AARP Releases New Livability Workbooks on Transportation and Walkability
AARP Livable Communities has released the fourth book in their “Roadmap to Livability” Series that focuses on assessing and addressing transportation issues in a community or region seeking to become more Age-Friendly. Continue reading
Age-Friendly News Clips: May 2018
Periodically, the Healthy Aging Collaborative will share news articles that mention state and local efforts to make cities, towns and regions in Massachusetts Age- and Dementia Friendly.
Check out the following articles from May on the momentum of this movement building across the state. Continue reading
CDC Alzheimer’s Disease and Healthy Aging Program Announce New Data and Guides
In their recent newsletter, the Alzheimer’s Disease and Healthy Aging Program under the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced a list of helpful and important resources for older adults and caregivers as well as the organizations and communities looking to better serve them. Continue reading