‘Good Neighbor Day of Action’ Planned for September to Combat Loneliness and Isolation

by James Fuccione | Aug 12, 2025 | News and Updates

As a member of the Massachusetts Coalition to End Loneliness and Build Community has announced that Massachusetts Good Neighbor Day of Action will take place from September 26 to 28, 2025. Building upon the success of 2024, this initiative aims to strengthen community...

AARP Announces Community Challenge Grant Awardees

by James Fuccione | Jun 18, 2025 | News and Updates

AARP announced the newest recipients of their annual Community Challenge Grant that spanned three categories – Flagship Awards, Demonstration Grants and Capacity-Building Micro-Grants. Congratulations to the Massachusetts grantees listed below: Flagship Grant...

Loneliness and Isolation Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels, Remain High for Older Adults

by James Fuccione | Dec 11, 2024 | News and Updates

Loneliness and isolation among older Americans have mostly returned to pre-pandemic rates, but that still means more than one third of people age 50 to 80 feel lonely, and nearly as many feel isolated, a new national study shows. The new findings, from a review of six...

Take Part in ‘Good Neighbor Day’ on September 28th

by James Fuccione | Aug 21, 2024 | Conferences, News and Updates

The Coalition to Build Community and End Loneliness in MA proudly recognizes September 28th, 2024, as Good Neighbor Day of Action. This day serves as a catalyst for forging longer term connections and improving social health in our communities. Loneliness affects many...

Resources on Socially Connected Communities Available from ‘Healthy Plces by Design’

by James Fuccione | Jun 19, 2024 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

In its mission to promote place-based strategies for health and wellness, Healthy Places by Design has compiled a list of resources to support socially connected communities. The Socially Connected Communities Resource Guides help community change agents easily access...