UMass-Boston Report Shares How Massachusetts Senior Centers are Adapting, Responding to COVID-19

by James Fuccione | Aug 26, 2020 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

Councils on Aging (COAs) are considered the “front door” of services and supports for older residents and those who care for them. They provide a wide range of programs and services, designed to meet the varied needs and interests of a diverse older population. During...

Deadline to Register for Mass. Primary Elections Approaching on 8/22

by James Fuccione | Aug 19, 2020 | News and Updates

A campaign from AARP to “Protect 50+ Voters” provides important election information for each state and serves as a reminder that the deadline to register for the primaries in Massachusetts is quickly approaching on August 22nd.  As stated on the...

AARP Massachusetts Bestows ‘Andrus Award for Community Service’ to Age-Friendly New Bedford Volunteer

by James Fuccione | Aug 11, 2020 | News and Updates

George Smith has been selected by AARP, the nonprofit organization for people 50 and older, to receive the 2020 AARP Massachusetts Andrus Award for Community Service — the Association’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service....

Community Care Corps 23 Grant Awards Include Berkshire-based organization

by James Fuccione | Jul 29, 2020 | News and Updates

Community Care Corps is announcing the grantees of a new and unprecedented program to help older adults, persons with disabilities, and family caregivers. This momentous leap forward will help countless people and will have a lasting impact not just on the families...

Governor Signs Bill Allowing All Residents to Vote by Mail in 2020 Elections

by James Fuccione | Jul 9, 2020 | News and Updates

Massachusetts this week became the latest state to allow all residents to vote by mail in any 2020 election, with no excuse needed. The Mass. Healthy Aging Collaborative encourages communities working to become age-friendly to promote this option among their older...