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Belchertown, MA
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: A revitalized walkway near the Senior Center lacked seating, discouraging older adults and those with cognitive impairments from taking longer walks. To address this, six sturdy benches were installed along Carriage Drive, secured on concrete slabs and surrounded by grass. Outreach included a ribbon-cutting event that drew residents age 50-plus. The benches now offer safe resting spots, encouraging more time outdoors and improving well-being. Plans for additional benches are underway. One participant said she was proud to live in a town that invests in projects showing care for older adults.
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Aberdeen, SD
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: Two permanent benches will be installed near the rose gardens at a local arboretum. The seating will provide adults age 50-plus with a safe, comfortable place to rest, enjoy nature and socialize.
Liberty, KY
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: Low literacy rates and few enrichment activities left older adults in Casey County without ways to learn and connect. The library installed a StoryWalk along an accessible trail, featuring interactive story panels and hosting a ribbon-cutting event. Walking groups and families began using it for exercise and engagement, and stories rotate monthly. One participant said he that he thought the incorporation of sign language was very useful, and enjoyed learning and using it.
Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.
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Wetumpka, AL
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Disaster preparedness sessions will take place at two rural centers for older adults in Wetumpka. Participants will receive supply kits and guidance that supports safer decision-making during emergencies.
Montgomery, AL
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: An ADA accessible riverfront stage with seating, lighting and wayfinding will be constructed. The venue will support live music and other public events.
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