See More Projects Like This One

Longwood, FL

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: High-visibility crosswalks, accessible curb ramps and pedestrian signs will be installed along a busy residential street. These improvements will make crossings clearer and reduce walking risks for older residents.

Wyandotte, OK

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: Pedestrian safety will be enhanced on a busy street by installing solar radar speed signs, artistic crosswalks and removable speed bumps. These measures will calm traffic and protect Elders as they walk between housing, wellness and community facilities.

Holland, MI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Transportation Other

Description: This project will install new benches along sidewalks in Holland, tripling the current number. This project aims to improve walkability and provide resting spots for people age 50 and older, enhancing community connections.

Nearby AARP Community Challenge Projects

Providence, RI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Community Gardens

Description: An outdoor space will be upgraded with accessible seating, raised garden beds and better lighting. The changes will allow safe outdoor meals, gardening and gatherings.

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.

LEARN MORE AND STAY INFORMED

Find articles and resources about making communities more livable for people of all ages

people icon

Download or order free publications from AARP Livable Communities

download icon

Sign up for the free, weekly, award-winning AARP Livable Communities eNewsletter

mail icon

Don't see your community listed?

LEARN HOW IT CAN JOIN THE NETWORK

Connect with your AARP State Office

AARP has offices in all 50 states as well as in the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

AARP Rhode Island State Office

10 Orms Street
Suite 200
Providence, RI 02904
United States

Phone: 866-542-8170
Fax: 401-272-0876
Email: [email protected]