Town of Dexter Age-Friendly Community Committee Print

2020 AARP Community Challenge Grantee

Project Category

Public Spaces

Project Description

This project will create Pop-Up Universities to provide older adults with meaningful activities as well as make improvements to increase seating at Wayside Park, which will enable people with mobility challenges to be able to navigate the park and enjoy public events.

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Belfast, ME

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2019

Project Category: Public Spaces

Description: This project will help create and enhance two libraries in the community by making repairs, beautifying the spaces and increasing accessibility.

Liberty, ME

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2020

Project Category: Public Spaces

Description: To increase safe access to swimming and easy entry into two public swimming areas, new steps, handrails and other amenities will be added. Picnic tables and benches will also be installed to encourage the public to gather and spend time in these natural outdoor spaces.

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