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Anchorage, AK
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Accessibility of amenities
Description: A modular ADA ramp will be built and demonstrated for community use. The project will share practical access solutions and prevent fall injuries.
Thurman, OH
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Accessibility of amenities
Description: An ADA-compliant loop trail featuring benches, shade and clear signage will be built within a popular trail system. The new trail will support safe walking, fishing access and outdoor activities for adults age 50-plus.
Owensboro, KY
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021
Project Category: Accessibility of amenities
Description: The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum is a destination for music lovers but accessibility features for people of all ages and abilities. The facility added an audio guide to their tours which help visitors with visual or hearing impairments experience exhibits with an accompanying audio narration. To access the guide, patrons can either use a smartphone app or borrow an audio player and disposable ear buds provided by the museum. The system also offers sign language tours, and the museum has induction loop technology for visitors with hearing aids. Visitors simply select an exhibit number -- identified with new signage -- to access in-depth stories and historical details.
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Rehoboth Beach, DE
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Resilience Other
Description: Emergency broadcast systems will be upgraded to keep local radio alerts operating during outages. Stronger connections will help older residents receive timely warnings during coastal storms.
Ocean View, DE
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Preparedness training will teach self‑reliance skills for major emergency events. Participants will learn how to assist neighbors when first responders are limited.
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