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Skokie, IL
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Orchard Village set out to help older adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities prepare for emergencies by offering clear guidance and accessible tools. The team held disaster preparedness trainings for clients, staff and family members, creating contact books, checklists and tailored presentations. They also distributed go-bags, whistles and flashlights. They equipped each community home with a waterproof emergency kit stocked with essential items. Participants said the sessions opened their eyes to the risks they may face and motivated them to create their own go-bags. Staff reported feeling more confident supporting clients during emergencies and the improvements strengthened readiness across all homes.
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Elyria, OH
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Older adults in Lorain County often lacked disaster preparedness resources and faced transportation barriers that made it hard to get emergency supplies. Neighborhood Alliance used its Mobile Seniors program to deliver customized preparedness kits directly to these residents, including essential items and guidance from the county emergency management agency. Community partners and volunteers added supplies, expanding the effort. The kits increased safety and confidence, and one recipient said, "For the first time, I feel like I have a plan..." The program also strengthened ongoing wellness checks and created a model that can continue through community support.
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Ocean View, DE
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Disaster Preparedness
Description: Preparedness training will teach self‑reliance skills for major emergency events. Participants will learn how to assist neighbors when first responders are limited.
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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.
Orlando, FL
AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026
Project Category: Public space activation
Description: Two curb-level parklets will replace on-street parking with accessible seating and pedestrian buffers. These spaces will offer resting spots that encourage walking and casual downtown interaction.
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