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Economic Costs of Disparities in Life Expectancy Highlighted in AARP Report “Our Collective Future: The Economic Impact of Unequal Life Expectancy”

by James Fuccione | Mar 16, 2022 | Data and Reports

A new report from AARP found that the annual economic cost to the U.S. GDP caused by disparities in life expectancy is expected to reach $1.6 trillion in 2030. That totals 5.1% of the projected GDP, which would be equivalent to the combined size of Massachusetts’ and...

NCOA: Nominate a Trailblazer in Aging

by James Fuccione | Feb 20, 2019 | Conferences, News and Updates

The Trailblazer in Aging Awards presented by the National Council on Aging (NCOA)recognize the unique contributions and leadership of individuals and organizations working to empower every person to age well. The Awards honor those committed to ensuring that each of...

Community Health Training Institute Accepting Health Equity Cohort Apps

by James Fuccione | Nov 29, 2018 | Programs

The Community Health Training Institute is excited to bring you all a brand new, immersive training opportunity with our Health Equity Cohort. The Training Institute is actively seeking thirty strong applicants working to implement health equity initiatives in their...

Resources for Achieving Health Equity in Age-Friendly Communities

by James Fuccione | Aug 1, 2018 | News and Updates, Systems and Best Practices

At MHAC, health equity is central to our promotion and support of Age-Friendly communities that work for all. Among our core strategies is a focus on embedding access, equity and inclusion throughout our efforts. This set of resources from the Robert Wood Johnson...

Google Maps is Piloting ‘Wheelchair Accessible’ Transit Navigation in Boston

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...
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