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Anderson, SC
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Housing Design Competitions
Description: Anderson County lacks affordable, accessible housing for older adults and people with disabilities, leaving many at risk of unsafe living conditions. The alliance hosted a housing design competition and charrettes to create realistic solutions, adapting plans after Hurricane Helene with virtual outreach and surveys. Five designs were unveiled for public voting, and the winning adaptive reuse concept inspired county leaders to explore converting vacant buildings into housing. Donated land and strong community engagement now position the county to expand options for low-income older adults.
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Alpine, TX
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Housing Design Competitions
Description: A design competition will create pre-approved universal design ADU models for backyard housing. The models will help families support independent living and expand flexible housing options.
Providence, RI
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Housing Design Competitions
Description: A statewide ADU design competition will produce pre-approved housing plans. The options will reduce costs and support increased housing choices for older adults.
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Bemidji, MN
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Walk Audits
Description: Three walk audits will assess sidewalks, crossings, seating and sun exposure in a residential area and adjacent park. Community discussions will help translate findings into practical planning actions.
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.
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