by James Fuccione | Jun 1, 2022 | News and Updates
Organizations in the age- and dementia friendly network are celebrating Pride Month in June. Check with your local aging service access point (ASAP), Area Agency on Aging (AAA) and Council on Aging for local opportunities. These organizations like Ethos, AgeSpan and...
by James Fuccione | Jun 1, 2022 | News and Updates
City parks play a vital role in the social, economic, and physical well-being of America’s cities and their residents. They also play a role in inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities. The City Parks Alliance created an infographic listing the benefits of...
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...
by James Fuccione | Apr 27, 2022 | Data and Reports
Racial and ethnic discrimination has a significant impact on the health of people of color, affecting mental health and contributing to high blood pressure, negative health behaviors, and early aging, according to an issue brief released by the Commonwealth Fund. For...
