MassDOT and Salem Celebrate All-Electric Council On Aging Vehicles

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

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) joined Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo and other state and local officials in celebrating the delivery of a pair of new electric-powered vans for use by the Salem Council on Aging. The vehicles were awarded to the...

AgeStrong Boston, Urban League and Lyft Partner to Offer ‘Healthy Rides’ to Wellness Services for Older Bostonians

by James Fuccione | Nov 19, 2024 | News and Updates

Following closures of pharmacies in Boston neighborhoods, and to improve access to a range of health and wellness services, the Boston AgeStrong Commission teamed up with the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts and Lyft on the “Holistic Health Access...

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...