by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Jul 16, 2015
Part of the Valuing the Invaluable series on the economic value of family caregiving, this report updates national and individual state estimates of the economic value of family caregiving using the most current data available. Source: AARP
by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Jul 8, 2015
“Summer weather can pose special health risks to older adults and people with chronic medical conditions. It is critically important that adults particularly susceptible to hyperthermia and other heat-related illnesses know how to safeguard against problems. The...
by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Jun 23, 2015
This report presents findings from a community assessment of Portland, Oregon in its initial efforts towards becoming an age-friendly community.
by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Jun 23, 2015
“Over the last decade, under the leadership of multiple mayors, city council members and advocates across sectors, DC has taken numerous steps to build an inclusive and accessible city for seniors – to create an urban environment that promotes active and healthy...
by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Jun 23, 2015
A crucial step in improving the age-friendliness of your community is to identify current strengths and areas for improvement. Conducting a community assessment can engage community members, highlight problems as well as their potential solutions, challenge...