by James Fuccione | Apr 26, 2018 | News and Updates, Systems and Best Practices
In the latest edition of the AARP Livable Communities Newsletter, an article reveals that Boston was among only a handful of cities worldwide where Google Maps is testing “Wheelchair Accessible” routes for transit navigation. New York City is the only...
by James Fuccione | Apr 26, 2018 | News and Updates, Stories from the Field
Nearly 100 volunteers, supporters and collaborators attended an event at Berkshire Hills Country Club to celebrate the launch of an action plan for Age-Friendly Berkshires. After several years of work, it was clear that the regional effort of 32 communities and dozens...
by James Fuccione | Apr 18, 2018 | News and Updates
Periodically, the Healthy Aging Collaborative will share news articles that mention state and local efforts to make cities, towns and regions in Massachusetts Age- and Dementia Friendly. Check out the following articles from mid-April on the momentum of this movement...
by James Fuccione | Mar 21, 2018 | News and Updates, Programs, Systems and Best Practices
Recognizing that it takes time to build great communities, but also that quick action can spark longer-term progress, AARP launched the AARP Community Challenge to fund projects that build momentum for change in communities to improve livability for all local...
by James Fuccione | Mar 20, 2018 | Marketing and Communications, Systems and Best Practices
The American Planning Association is accepting nominations for Great Places, Great Neighborhoods, and Great Public spaces, which all present a great opportunity for Age-Friendly Community work to be recognized. Aside from elevating good planning practices, the...
