MHAC’s COVID-19 Updates and Resources: 8/20/20

by James Fuccione | Aug 20, 2020 | News and Updates

In addition to an evolving COVID-19 resource page, MHAC is continuing to collect and share updates on COVID-19 from state government, federal agencies like the Centers for Disease Control, and other key stakeholders. These updates are to help and inform a wide range...

Tufts Health Plan Foundation Pledges $1 Million to Support Racial and Social Justice

by James Fuccione | Aug 13, 2020 | News and Updates

Tufts Health Plan Foundation announced it has committed $1 million to support investments on issues facing diverse communities. The funds will go to the New Commonwealth Racial Equity and Social Justice Fund, the Latino Legacy Fund and the Asian Community Fund. The $1...

Smart Growth America, CDC Launch ‘Champions Institute’ to Promote Complete Streets and Physical Activity

by James Fuccione | Aug 12, 2020 | News and Updates

Smart Growth America (SGA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity are now accepting applications for the Champions Institute, a new initiative for elected officials focused on safe streets and healthy...

Help Inform the Future of the Mass in Motion Program by Joining an Upcoming Listening Session

by James Fuccione | Aug 5, 2020 | News and Updates

The Bureau of Community Health and Prevention at the MA Department of Public Health is hosting listening sessions to inform the future of the Mass in Motion program and those in the Mass. Healthy Aging Collaborative network are encouraged to join. Through this series...

New Communities Added to State’s Housing Choice Program

by James Fuccione | Aug 5, 2020 | News and Updates

The Housing Choice Designation is part of the Baker Administration’s strategy to produce 135,000 new housing units by 2025 to meet the high demand of housing across the state. The program also advances age-friendly housing options and best practices to help meet the...