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Washington, DC

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: Mobile laptops and tablets will expand digital access to homeless older adults within a community center. Flexible technology will help older adults navigate services and reduce isolation.

El Paso, TX

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: A bilingual Digital Health Academy will train adults age 50-plus, including veterans, on telehealth, online safety and health apps. Graduates will receive tablets and ongoing resources to support aging in place.

Cordova, TN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: Adults age 50-plus will take an eight‑week course that teaches basic artificial intelligence skills and digital safety. The classes will cover how AI works, how to use common tools safely and how technology can help with everyday tasks and work.

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South Zanesville, OH

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Disaster Preparedness

Description: Two training sessions at the fire department will cover fire safety and disaster preparedness for older adults in the village. Participants will receive kits that support safer emergency response at home.

Galena, OH

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Supporting family caregivers

Description: Family caregivers and older adults in rural Ohio faced isolation and few accessible spaces to connect. Rural Chapel upgraded entrances, added comfort-height seating and improved sound systems, while launching hybrid programs with livestreaming and a plain-language participation guide. Volunteers trained to support digital and in-person engagement, making programs inclusive for caregivers and people with dementia. "Accessibility is an attitude, not just a set of equipment," said a project leader. These changes fostered confidence and community, enabling older adults and caregivers to stay involved whether online or on-site.

Project description was created using generative AI and then reviewed for accuracy.

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