by James Fuccione | May 27, 2026 | Data and Reports
A research paper from UMass-Boston published in The Gerontologist provides analysis on 18 states and one U.S. territory with active or emergent age-friendly initiatives, including age-friendly state initiatives and state-level multi-sector plans on aging (MPAs). The...
by James Fuccione | May 26, 2026 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
Since 2021, Central Massachusetts as a region has been recognized as an Age-Friendly community committed to improving quality of life for older residents. The 2023 Age-Friendly Central Mass Action Plan outlines strategies focused on transportation, community health,...
by James Fuccione | May 20, 2026 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
Throughout May and June, members of the Massachusetts Rural Policy Commission will hold public engagement feedback sessions to hear your thoughts regarding the 2026 Massachusetts Rural Policy Plan draft. The Plan chapters address Economic Development, Education,...
by James Fuccione | May 20, 2026 | Conferences, News and Updates
The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events and learning opportunities that help promote inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: Aging & Behavioral Health: Practice, Policy and Partnership, May 27th (in...
by James Fuccione | May 19, 2026 | News and Updates
MetroBridge, the experiential learning program at Boston University’s Initiative on Cities, is seeking project partners for the fall 2026 semester. These projects have included age- and dementia friendly initiatives like improving walkability and analyzing...
