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Massachusetts Healthy Aging
Collaborative
Support and connect communities to promote age- and dementia-friendly practices, plans, and policies
News and Updates
Free, Virtual Dementia Training for Fire and EMS Personnel
The Alzheimer's Association of MA/NH is hosting two training opportunities in May with a goal of educating Fire and EMS personnel on the impact that Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias may have on individuals and communities. This program has been developed...
Boston Globe Publishes MHAC Letter Responding to Article on Housing and Older Adults
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative responded to a recent Boston Globe article titled "Will baby boomer homes hit the market soon in ‘silver tsunami’?" through a letter to the editor. The original article positioned blame on older adults - specifically the...
Grants Awarded to Local Cultural Councils that Support Age and Dementia Friendly Programs
The Mass Cultural Council announced $7.5 million to more than 7,300 Community-Based Projects across the state - several involve older adults and intergenerational activity. There are 329 local and regional councils (LCCs) that represent all 351 cities and towns in the...