Complete Streets Funding Awarded to 23 Communities

by James Fuccione | Feb 28, 2018 | News and Updates, Systems and Best Practices

The state’s Complete Streets program – often cited as an example of how age-friendly communities can address their physical environments – is awarding $5.5 million to 23 communities, according to the Springfield Republican and MassLive.com. Smart...

Report on Business and the Future of Aging Released by Milken Institute

by James Fuccione | Feb 28, 2018 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

The Milken Institute, which releases an annual list of the best cities for successful aging, has compiled a report that captures the opportunity an aging population presents for business, economic growth and society at-large. Based on the 2017 Summit on Business and...

MetroWest Health Foundation Offering Grants to Age- and Dementia Friendly Communities

by James Fuccione | Feb 21, 2018 | Member Spotlight, News and Updates, Stories from the Field

Following up on a round of grants in Fall 2017, the Metrowest Health Foundation is once again focusing on supporting Age- and Dementia Friendly Communities in a newly released Spring 2018 Grant RFP. The last round of grants included an award to the Framingham Board of...

Health Affairs Article Hails Value of Medical and CBO Collaboration

by James Fuccione | Feb 8, 2018 | News and Updates

Citing academic research and strong survey data, an article from the Health Affairs blog underlines the benefit and positive impact of pairing the health care sector with community-based organizations to address health-related social needs. According to the blog, the...

Revised Community Benefit Guidelines Released by Attorney General’s Office

by James Fuccione | Feb 8, 2018 | News and Updates

After almost one year of Advisory Task Force meetings and listening sessions, the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) announced revised Community Benefits guidelines for nonprofit hospitals and HMOs.  Such nonprofit institutions are obligated to provide charitable...