by James Fuccione | Jan 25, 2018 | News and Updates
The Future City annual competition for middle school students begins with the question: how can we make the world a better place? Each year, a theme provides competing students with more focused direction and for 2018, the theme is “The Age-Friendly...
by James Fuccione | Jan 17, 2018 | Data and Reports
Researchers from the University of Liege in Belgium found that ageism can be common in children, but kids who have a good relationship with their grandparents are less likely to become prejudiced against older adults. One of the major findings of this study revealed...
by James Fuccione | Dec 28, 2017 | News and Updates, Systems and Best Practices
Many communities want to increase the number and nature of intergenerational initiatives, especially those making commitments to becoming more Age- and Dementia Friendly. Thanks to the Tufts Health Plan Foundation, Bridges Together is able to offer funding to...
by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Oct 24, 2016 | News and Updates
Cross-posted from Wicked Local Yarmouth By Conor Powers-Smith A major emphasis of the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly Communities initiative is bringing together people of all ages to share thoughts and perspectives. Yarmouth, the first town on the Cape to...
by MA Healthy Aging Collaborative | Apr 11, 2016 | News and Updates
Cross-Posted from Sunrise Senior Living By Julia Little Growing old presents new challenges to staying healthy and in good spirits. By following these tips, seniors can minimize the risk of getting sick, less independent or unhappy in their golden years. Adapting to...