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Detroit, MI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services

Description: Home safety upgrades will be completed for 30 households with residents who have disabilities, including ramps, rails, lighting and basic safety equipment. The changes will help people move more safely at home and remain independent longer.

Grand Rapids, MI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services

Description: The project will cover the expense of urgent repairs in mobile homes for older adults, including heating, plumbing and accessibility upgrades. This support will help residents avoid unsafe conditions and remain in stable, affordable housing.

Wayne, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Innovative home maintenance, repair and support services

Description: The program will improve unsafe front-yard walkways for older adults by removing hazards, clearing paths and adding simple visibility features. These changes will help residents travel safely between their homes and neighborhood services.

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Nashville, TN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: HomeFit Modifications

Description: A few education sessions will teach affordable home modifications that improve safety for all ages. Community-specific guides will help residents take action.

Nashville, TN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Digital navigation skills

Description: Older adults in North Nashville faced digital barriers that limited access to health care, financial tools and social connection. The YMCA launched a Digital Connectivity Pilot with 23 computer lab sessions staffed by local HBCU students. It also hosted three Lunch and Learn workshops on telehealth, estate planning and financial literacy. These efforts helped participants gain confidence using technology. One member said the program's telehealth training made them less scared to seek care remotely. Others learned to prevent scams and manage retirement accounts. The YMCA plans to expand this model across its six-county service area.

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

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