Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $5.8 Million in Grants to Expand Mobility for Older Adults, People with Disabilities, and Low-Income Individuals

by James Fuccione | Mar 5, 2025 | News and Updates

The Healey-Driscoll Administration is awarding $5.8 million in funding to 44 organizations for 56 projects that expand and enhance mobility for older adults, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals across Massachusetts. The awards are provided through the...

MBI Announces Launchpad Grant Program to Support Digital Equity

by James Fuccione | Feb 26, 2025 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Broadband Institute (MBI) announced the new Launchpad Program, a $9.44 million grant program to support digital equity activities across Massachusetts. The program, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, supports the expansion of digital...

MHAC Hosting Statewide Network Meeting on 3/13 to Feature Regional Age/Dementia Friendly Efforts

by James Fuccione | Feb 19, 2025 | News and Updates

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...

Accessory Dwelling Units Officially Allowed Statewide

by James Fuccione | Feb 5, 2025 | News and Updates

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,...

MHAC and AgeSpan Expand Digital Equity Efforts As Part of Announcement of $19 Million from MBI

by James Fuccione | Jan 29, 2025 | News and Updates

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...