by James Fuccione | Jun 1, 2022 | Data and Reports
An AARP survey of workers ages 40–65 who were in the workforce or recently exited the workforce as a result of COVID-19 found that 78% say they have seen or experienced age discrimination in the workplace, the highest level since AARP began tracking this question in...
by James Fuccione | May 26, 2022 | News and Updates
The age-friendly movement in Massachusetts reached a milestone this week as the town of Monson became the 100th community in the Commonwealth to commit to joining the AARP network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. The achievement closely followed Worcester, the...
by James Fuccione | May 25, 2022 | Member Spotlight, News and Updates
Salem for All Ages, the age-friendly initiative in Salem, Mass. that recently released its Year 5 Progress Report, is featured in a community spotlight by AARP. The feature notes Salem’s accomplishments, including the launch of the Salem Skipper, an on-demand,...
by James Fuccione | May 25, 2022 | Data and Reports
Similar to a health impact assessment conducted by the Public Health Institute of Western Mass. on “Healthy Aging with a Criminal Record in Hampden County, MA” the organization Justice in Aging released an issue brief titled “Reducing Barriers to...
by James Fuccione | May 25, 2022 | Data and Reports
Activity-friendly streets, public spaces, and active transportation options became critical components of daily life during the COVID-19 crisis, providing avenues for physical activity, accessing essential needs and being outdoors safely. But vulnerability during and...
