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Bemidji, MN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Housing Design Competitions

Description: A regional housing design competition will highlight age-friendly, build-ready home models. The work will support safer aging in place across northern communities.

Meadville, PA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Housing Design Competitions

Description: A design competition suitable for ADU housing options will be hosted. Suitable designs will be published, allowing these efforts will help residents offset costs and age in place.

Tucson, AZ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: Housing Design Competitions

Description: A middle housing design competition will expand the city library of housing plans. The effort will increase access to smaller, age-friendly housing options.

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Providence, RI

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2018

Project Category: Engaging people in transportation options/safety

Description: To introduce older adult residents to ridehailing options, the Rhode Island College Foundation launched a workshop titled It's Uber Easy to Get a Lyft. More than 70 older adults from seven towns attended the workshops, which taught them how to download a smartphone app to hail rides. A majority of participants reported they gained confidence using the services following the training. Organizers hope this helps older adults retain mobility, even when they no longer feel comfortable driving themselves.

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.

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