by James Fuccione | Jun 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
In a recent blog post, National Council on Aging (NCOA) highlighted a study on “Recognizing the Needs of Older Adults with Combined Vision and Hearing Loss,” offers key recommendations for improving the lives of older DeafBlind individuals. The...
by James Fuccione | Jun 11, 2025 | Data and Reports
Complete Streets policies and projects aim to improve safety for all using streets and sidewalks, including drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. AARP’s Public Policy Institute recently put out a fact sheet explaining the value of Complete Streets efforts for older...
by James Fuccione | May 14, 2025 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
Governor Healey signed an Executive Order and released ReiMAgine Aging 2030: The Massachusetts Plan, which outlines improved ways for Massachusetts agencies to serve older adults, following feedback gathered from across the state. In recognition of Older Americans...
by James Fuccione | May 14, 2025 | News and Updates
The Healey-Driscoll Administration recently announced a total of over $14.8 million through MassDOT’s Fiscal Year 2025 Community Transit Grant Program (CTGP) for municipalities, Councils on Aging, Regional Transit Authorities, and nonprofit organizations. The funding...
by James Fuccione | May 7, 2025 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
The Executive Office of Aging & Independence serves as the designated State Unit on Aging for Massachusetts. The agency is responsible for developing the Massachusetts State Plan on Aging in accordance with the Older Americans Act and associated regulations,...