by James Fuccione | Feb 6, 2019 | Data and Reports
Just as the housing needs of individuals change over a lifetime unprecedented shifts in both demographics and lifestyle have fundamentally transformed our nation’s housing requirements. Filled with infographics, ideas, solutions, photographs and floor plans from...
by James Fuccione | Jan 30, 2019 | News and Updates
Calling it a representation and natural progression of work that started more than 10 years ago, Governor Charlie Baker endorsed a letter and action plan to keep the state on the forefront of the Age- and Dementia Friendly movement. Age-Friendly Massachusetts launches...
by James Fuccione | Jan 23, 2019 | Member Spotlight, News and Updates, Systems and Best Practices
Commonwealth Magazine featured an opinion piece by President and CEO of 2Life Communities and MHAC Executive Committee Member Amy Schectman on how “aging in community” is preferable to “aging in place. The nonprofit senior living provider defines...
by James Fuccione | Jan 23, 2019 | News and Updates, Programs
Age-Friendly Universities (AFU) are an opportunity to address ageism by making campuses more inclusive of older adults and offering mentoring that benefits young and old, but the designation also provides a chance to collaborate with communities seeking to become...
by James Fuccione | Jan 17, 2019 | News and Updates
Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced the launch of the Age Strong Commission, formerly known as the Commission on Affairs of the Elderly, at his annual State of the City address. The new name reflects the City’s efforts to make Boston inclusive, accessible...
