Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces $161 Million for Economic Development Projects that Include Senior Housing and COAs

by James Fuccione | Oct 28, 2024 | News and Updates

Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, Economic Development Secretary Yvonne Hao and Housing and Livable Communities Secretary Ed Augustus announced more than $161 million for 313 grant awards to support local economic development projects in 171...

Mass. Department of Telecom and Cable Promotes Lifeline Program and More Affordable Internet Options

by James Fuccione | Oct 9, 2024 | News and Updates

During Digital Inclusion Week, the Massachusetts Department of Telecommunications and Cable (DTC) reminded consumers of another awareness raising effort that occurred last month when the agency joined the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), other state...

Point32Health Foundation Awards $230,000 in Grants to Community Organizations in the Region for Civic Engagement and Equity in Aging

by James Fuccione | Sep 26, 2024 | News and Updates

Point32Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Point32Health and its family of companies, including Harvard Pilgrim Health Care, Tufts Health Plan and Care Partners of Connecticut, announced grants totaling $230,000 to support nonprofit organizations in...

Advocacy Guide Released by National Center to Reframe Aging Ahead of Ageism Awareness Day

by James Fuccione | Sep 25, 2024 | News and Updates

The National Center to Reframe Aging, which is dedicated to ending ageism by advancing an equitable and complete story about aging in America, has released the Advocacy Quick Start Guide offering a comprehensive overview of key principles to help reframe aging through...

Massachusetts Efforts Recognized by ACL for HIV and Aging Awareness Day

by James Fuccione | Sep 18, 2024 | News and Updates

HIV and Aging Awareness Day was this week, which provided an opportunity to celebrate the resilience and advocacy of long-term HIV survivors, many of whom have been fighting for access to treatment and freedom from discrimination since the emergence of the virus in...