by James Fuccione | Jun 14, 2018 | News and Updates, Systems and Best Practices
The 2018 edition of “Where We Live” has been released by AARP and the publication that features livability and Age-Friendly projects from across the country highlights some of the exciting work happening in Massachusetts. Among the local projects and...
by James Fuccione | Jun 7, 2018 | News and Updates, Programs
This June, the Alzheimer’s Association is working hard to promote Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. This year their focus is highlighting the critical importance of early detection and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Locally, The Alzheimer’s...
by James Fuccione | Jun 6, 2018 | News and Updates, Systems and Best Practices
Age-Friendly Boston and the city’s Elderly Commission is pleased to launch the new Interactive Public Restroom Map. This effort came directly out of the city’s Age-Friendly listening sessions when people said knowing where the public restrooms are would...
by James Fuccione | May 31, 2018 | News and Updates
Periodically, the Healthy Aging Collaborative will share news articles that mention state and local efforts to make cities, towns and regions in Massachusetts Age- and Dementia Friendly. Check out the following articles from late May on the momentum of this movement...
by James Fuccione | May 31, 2018 | News and Updates
One of the most exciting developments in the livable communities movement is the increasing collaboration between professionals who specialize in aging and the planners who shape the form and function of our communities. AARP and AARP California, along with...
