New Maps of Aging Services Network Announced by Executive Office of Aging and Independence

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

The Executive Office of Aging & Independence has created two new maps of the aging services network that can be utilized by network partners, older adults, caregivers, and their loved ones. The maps outline senior centers located throughout Massachusetts as well...

‘MassVets Benefit Estimator’ Launched to Assist Veterans with Financial Benefits

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

The Healey-Driscoll Administration unveiled its new MassVets Benefit Estimator, designed to help veterans and their families quickly determine their eligibility for monthly financial assistance. As a newly established secretariat, the Massachusetts Executive Office of...

MBI Shares Funding and RFI Opportunities to Support Digital Equity

by James Fuccione | Feb 12, 2025 | News and Updates

At a recent meeting of the Technology Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, cohosted by the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative and the Executive Office of Aging & Independence, Mass Broadband Institute shared upcoming funding opportunities along with an...

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...