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Portsmouth, NH

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Accessibility of amenities

Description: A homeless shelter will add supportive seating, safety equipment and basic accessibility features in shared spaces. The changes will help older adults and people with disabilities move safely, rest comfortably and use common areas during the day.

Skagway, AK

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Accessibility of amenities

Description: New bus stops, seating and automated entry doors will improve access to town facilities. These changes will reduce mobility barriers and support participation and independence.

Washington, DC

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Accessibility of amenities

Description: An internet kiosk, tablets and a community mural will be added to a food pickup center used by older adults. These features will help people access benefits, build basic technology skills and feel more connected during visits.

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Oxford, AL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2018

Project Category: Public space activation

Description: Oxford's historic downtown is home to restaurants, shops, art galleries, historic churches and a first-class performing arts center. Its brick-paved sidewalks are great for strolling, but the area lacked seating options. To address this, Historic Main Street Oxford installed metal benches, as well as two bike racks. This enables Main Street visitors to grab an ice cream cone with a friend and rest comfortably in the shade. The new amenities came during a downtown streetscaping project, which included installing accessible sidewalks, new lighting and improved landscaping.

Bowdon, GA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: Old golf cart paths will be converted into an accessible walking trail near an assisted living facility. The trail will feature benches, signage and smooth surfaces, enabling older adults and community members to walk, rest and socialize close to home.

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