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Cass Lake, MN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: This project will distribute disaster preparedness and safety kits to tribal members to enhance readiness and resilience during emergency situations.
Maricopa, AZ
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Disaster preparedness training will reach 100 community members with a focus on older adults. Participants will learn evacuation planning and communication strategies that reduce risk during emergencies.
East Orange, NJ
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Disaster preparedness education will reach 120 residents with emphasis on adults age 50 and older. Participants will receive planning guides and checklists for common emergencies.
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Green Valley, AZ
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Expanding High-Speed Internet
Description: The program will provide devices and one-on-one digital navigator support in Green Valley. Older adults will build skills to use online services and maintain independence.
Green Valley, AZ
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023
Project Category: Transportation Systems Change
Description: Valley Assistance Services expanded its volunteer driver program to help older adults in rural Arizona overcome the lack of affordable transportation for medical care and daily needs. Eleven new drivers now provide free round-trip rides for appointments, errands and social activities. This is additionally supported by RN home visits to assess health and mobility. One participant shared that volunteer drivers made it possible to keep weekly oncology treatments, even on short notice, offering peace of mind and continuity of care. Outreach and partnerships ensure the service will keep growing.
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