Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative Receives Two-Year $175,000 Grant from Tufts Health Plan Foundation

by James Fuccione | Jul 7, 2021 | News and Updates

Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative (MHAC) was awarded a two-year grant of $175,000 from Tufts Health Plan Foundation to continue to drive the state’s leadership in the age-friendly movement through collective action, convening, and community engagement. MHAC...

MassMobility, Age Strong Commission, AARP Promote Age-Friendly Transportation Options and Workshops

by James Fuccione | Jun 30, 2021 | News and Updates

The Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative is fortunate to have partners supporting mobility solutions that serve older adults and people living with disabilities. Below are a few updates from MassMobility and the Boston Age Strong Commission. GoGo, the company...

Baker Administratio’s $2.655 Billion FY22 Capital Plan Supports Many Age-Friendly Programs

by James Fuccione | Jun 23, 2021 | News and Updates

The Baker Administration recently announced its Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) Capital Plan, a $2.655 billion plan that makes substantial investments in critical priorities including housing, transportation, climate resiliency, health and human services, and education to...

DCR Parkways Master Plan Aims to Improve Pedestrian and Bike Network for People of All Ages

by James Fuccione | Jun 16, 2021 | Data and Reports, News and Updates

At a time of increasing interest in walking and bicycling for transportation and recreational purposes, improving safety, access, and comfort for these modes on the parkways of metro Boston represents an opportunity to dramatically expand the regional greenway...

Upcoming Events in Healthy Aging: Dementia Friends, Wellness Workshops for LGBT Older Adults, ‘Caring for Those Who Care,’

by James Fuccione | Jun 9, 2021 | News and Updates

The Mass. Healthy Aging Collaborative invites you to check out the following upcoming events and trainings that help promote inclusive age-and dementia friendly communities. Dementia Friends Champion training on Wednesday, June 23, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dementia...