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Norman, OK

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services

Description: The county will assess homes and install aluminum entry ramps for older residents. These improvements will reduce the risk of falls, strengthen independence and help older adults remain safely in their homes.

Rock Island, IL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services

Description: The project will support home repairs for older residents by supplementing existing public programs. Safer and healthier housing conditions will help people remain in their homes with greater stability, comfort and dignity as they age.

Nashua, NH

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services

Description: The project will install hallway handrails and upgrade a housing unit at a supportive housing site for older women. These changes will reduce the risk of falls and improve safety and accessibility throughout the building.

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Wayne, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Walk Audits

Description: Volunteers providing monthly lawn care will also conduct walk audits in two neighborhoods. Their observations will generate data to support safer pedestrian routes.

Little Falls, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Public space activation

Description: This project will create a vibrant outdoor gathering space at the Old Town Hall with age-friendly benches, flower gardens, shaded seating areas, and accessible walking paths.

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