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Silver Spokes with Bike Cleveland (2018) Print
2018 AARP Community Challenge Grantee
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Transportation
└ Bikeability
└ Bikeability
Cleveland's Department of Aging and Bike Cleveland partnered to create opportunities for older adults to explore alternative forms of transportation and recreational activity. They created Silver Spokes, a free cycling program for older adults. Bike Cleveland purchased four age-friendly bikes, as well as bicycle lights and helmets. Additionally, they hosted sessions throughout the city to teach older adults safety rules of the road. They also offered short, guided rides.
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Sheboygan, WI
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2018
Project Category: Bikeability
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021
Project Category: Bikeability
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Cleveland, OH
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2018
Project Category: Park enhancements
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AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2018
Project Category: Community Gardens
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