by James Fuccione | Sep 20, 2023 | Data and Reports
The 2023 Trend Report for Planners from the American Planning Association includes “dementia and aging populations” as a highlighted issue. The report states that, “Planning for aging in place and dementia are more important than ever…Housing...
by James Fuccione | Sep 20, 2023 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
Like the Massachusetts Healthy Aging Collaborative, the Connecticut Age Well Collaborative is a statewide, cross-sector network promoting and supporting inclusive age- and dementia friendly communities. Their organization released a guide called “Practical...
by James Fuccione | Aug 30, 2023 | News and Updates
Thanks to a new program in the recently-passed state budget, Governor Maura Healey announced MassReconnect establishing free community college for Massachusetts residents aged 25 and older. Communities working to become more age- and dementia friendly can promote this...
by James Fuccione | Aug 30, 2023 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
A policy brief from the Age-Friendly Public Health System (AFPHS) team at Trust for America’s Health (TFAH), the second in a series of publications dealing with the health and wellness of older adults, outlines the status of older adults living in rural environments...
by James Fuccione | Aug 23, 2023 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
As part of Generations United’s diverse intergenerational programs initiative, the organization conducted a national survey of programs that connect younger and older people. A report from those findings was released to highlight the intentional and creative ways that...