MAPC Releases Annual Report with Age- and Dementia Friendly Accomplishments

by James Fuccione | Feb 26, 2025 | News and Updates

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) became one of the largest age-friendly regions in the country when they were recognized by AARP in 2024 for their commitment through their long-range regional plan – MetroCommon2050. Their recently released annual...

MHAC Hosting Statewide Network Meeting on 3/13 to Feature Regional Age/Dementia Friendly Efforts

by James Fuccione | Feb 19, 2025 | News and Updates

Join the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative for our upcoming Statewide Network meeting on March 13th at 10:00 am. These quarterly meetings provide a chance for any organization or community involved in the age- and dementia friendly movement to hear the latest...

MBI Shares Funding and RFI Opportunities to Support Digital Equity

by James Fuccione | Feb 12, 2025 | News and Updates

At a recent meeting of the Technology Learning Collaborative for Healthy Aging, cohosted by the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative and the Executive Office of Aging & Independence, Mass Broadband Institute shared upcoming funding opportunities along with an...

Poll Shows Positive Health Impacts for Older Adults Working Later in Life

by James Fuccione | Feb 12, 2025 | Data and Reports

According to a new report from the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging, more than two-thirds of those who work after age 50 say that working boosts their physical health, mental health, and/or their overall wellbeing. Nearly half (46%) of those who...

Healey-Driscoll Administration Files Municipal Empowerment Bill that Include Senior Property Tax Provisions

by James Fuccione | Feb 5, 2025 | News and Updates

Governor Maura Healey filed legislation to help local governments across Massachusetts reduce long-term fiscal pressures, attract a talented workforce, provide high-quality services, and streamline operations to best serve residents. The Municipal Empowerment Act...