by James Fuccione | Jan 6, 2022 | News and Updates
While our state, community-based and organizational partners continue to respond to a constantly-evolving context, the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is proud to convene a statewide cross-sector network of stakeholders that can share information, build...
by James Fuccione | Jan 5, 2022 | News and Updates
There are always opportunities to access education and training that can help your community or organization become more age- and dementia friendly. Check out the following events listed below: Mass. Department of Public Health – COVID-19 Community Impact Survey...
by James Fuccione | Dec 22, 2021 | News and Updates
A growing coalition of partners led by the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPC) has launched a new website focused on fostering the growth of age- and dementia friendly community work in the region. With the support of the Tufts Health Plan Foundation, the PVPC...
by James Fuccione | Dec 8, 2021 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
Among the ways communities adapted during the pandemic was to make simple, but impactful changes to streets and public spaces that spurred economic activity, improved walkability and enhanced safe gathering spaces. The Barr Foundation and the Lawrence and Lillian...
by James Fuccione | Dec 8, 2021 | News and Updates
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have updated a webpage on helping older adults and people living with dementia stay safe during cold weather. The guidance and resources focus on preventing hypothermia and falls, accessing home weatherization, and...
