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Central Falls, RI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2020

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: To allow for more community events in Veterans Memorial Park, the City of Central Falls purchased two canopies to shade visitors from the sun. The City then set up the all-weather canopies at a series of events held in the park, including a picnic, Zumba gatherings and ice cream socials. Project organizers say the canopies will allow them to expand outdoor programming aimed at older adult residents.

Casper, WY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: This project installed a new memorial in Casper, which displays the names of Wyoming citizens who have died defending freedom since Wyoming became a state.

Wheatland, WY

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: As fewer and fewer residents took up the game, the horseshoe pits in Lewis Park went largely unused. The Town of Wheatland hoped to turn the pits into a more useful space fitting residents' modern tastes. So the Town converted them into pickleball courts. The Town staff worked with volunteers to clear and resurface the space, then install nets, posts, and fencing. To raise money for further improvements -- including seating for spectators -- the Town hosted a fundraising charity onsite. Project organizers say the new courts give people of all ages an option for outdoor exercise. Pickleball is popular with older adults since the fast-paced game is low impact and easy on joints.

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Elyria, OH

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: This project will provide disaster preparedness kits and training to vulnerable populations. It will transport 20-25 older adults per session to these locations, equipping them with training and supplies for disasters.

Fairview Park, OH

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Public space improvements to increase highspeed internet

Description: This project will establish a private telemedicine station to improve healthcare access for older adults. This secure space will feature high-speed internet, telehealth software, and medical peripherals.

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