by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Jul 26, 2017
AGE- AND DEMENTIA-FRIENDLY RESOURCES IN MA What We Have and What We Need The Report on Demographics, Programs, and Services for an Age- and Dementia-Friendly Commonwealth provides a comprehensive look at the current activities and resources in place to support...
by James Fuccione | Jul 14, 2017 | News and Updates
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) requests responses from individuals/organizations interested in participating on the new Determination of Need’s Community Health Initiative (CHI) Statewide Initiative Advisory Committee and/or the CHI Healthy Aging...
by James Fuccione | Jun 28, 2017 | Stories from the Field, Systems and Best Practices
Central Park in the City of Leominster, MA was dedicated to Alzheimer’s awareness on the longest day of the year, June 21st, which coincided with a national series of events and fundraising spearheaded by the Alzheimer’s Association. The park can be found...
by James Fuccione | Jun 7, 2017 | Programs
AARP is currently offering a prime opportunity for cities and towns seeking to kick-start or strengthen age-friendly efforts in the form of of Community Challenge grants to communities around the country. The grants are aimed at funding projects that improve...
by James Fuccione | May 24, 2017 | News and Updates, Stories from the Field, Systems and Best Practices
After a comprehensive assessment that drew the participation of more than 4,000 older adults from 23 neighborhoods across the city, Age-Friendly Boston announced a major milestone with the release of their 75-point action plan to enhance the quality of life for...
