COVID-19 Community Impact Survey Released by DPH with Focus on Diverse Residents, Older Adults

by James Fuccione | Sep 23, 2020 | News and Updates

The COVID-19 Community Impact Survey (CCIS) – an online survey aimed at collecting data to better understand and identify the social, economic, and health needs and inequities resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic – is now live and ready for you and all of...

Age-Friendly Funding Alert: HRiA, Baystate Health, Age-Friendly Universities

by James Fuccione | Sep 23, 2020 | News and Updates

The Mass. Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to share a variety of funding opportunities that communities and partnering organizations can use to advance age- and dementia friendly initiatives. Please see the latest opportunities below: Health Resources in Action...

Upcoming Events for the MHAC Network, Communities and Partners

by James Fuccione | Sep 23, 2020 | Conferences, News and Updates

Please see the list of upcoming virtual meeting and opportunities below that support communities and environments for older adults and people of all ages. “Marketing Community Transportation: Tips and tools for getting the word out about your transportation...

Low-Income Voice, Broadband Discounts Available Through ‘Lifeline’ Program

by James Fuccione | Sep 17, 2020 | News and Updates

Recognizing that not everyone can afford the cost of a voice or broadband connection, the Lifeline Program provides a monthly discount for eligible low-income consumers on a wireless or residential voice, broadband or voice-broadband bundled service from a certified...

Join Taskforce to End Loneliness and Build Community for Oct. 1 Summit

by James Fuccione | Sep 16, 2020 | Conferences

Join the Taskforce to End Loneliness and Build Community on Thursday, October 1st for a state-wide summit to disseminate information about raising public awareness, growing intergenerational opportunities and specific strategies to build community in a variety of...