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...

NCOA and Nationwide Partners Promote ‘Falls Free CheckUp’ for Falls Prevention Awareness Week

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

The Falls Free® Initiative is a national effort led by NCOA to address the growing public health issue of fall-related injuries and deaths among older adults. During Falls Prevention Awareness Week, NCOA is also promoting the Falls Free Checkup, where people can...

Surveys Seeking Feedback to Support Age and Dementia Friendly Efforts in Massachusetts

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

Two surveys are available now that are important to informing the future of the Age- and Dementia Friendly movement in Massachusetts. The deadline for survey responses tied to the Massachusetts Age- and Dementia Friendly Action Plan refresh was extended to September...

Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging: Reminders for MHAC Statewide Network, ‘Let’s Talk About Dementia and Culture 2024,’ Good Neighbor Day and More

by James Fuccione | Sep 18, 2024 | Uncategorized

The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is pleased to promote the following events by partners in our network that support inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities: MHAC Statewide Network Meeting, Sept. 25th from 10-11:30 am (virtual) Join the...