West Reading, PA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: HomeFit Modifications

Description: Reading Hospital addressed a common gap in care for older adults returning home after a fall or injury, when safety risks are often identified too late during discharge. The project strengthened referral pathways that connected high-risk patients to coordinated in-home support, including visits from an occupational therapist, a registered nurse and a handyman. Hospital staff across multiple departments were trained to identify eligible patients earlier and make timely referrals. For participants who enrolled, the visits helped address home hazards and improve confidence. The effort improved continuity from hospital to home and embedded fall prevention support into discharge planning.

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Arlington, VA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2026

Project Category: HomeFit Modifications

Description: A community initiative will provide education and hands‑on support for home safety improvements. Participants will gain practical strategies to live more safely and independently.

Mooresburg, TN

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: HomeFit Modifications

Description: Unsafe steps, leaking roofs and poor lighting left many older adults in Mooresburg at risk of falls and unable to age in place. Volunteers rebuilt porches and ramps with anti-slip features, repaired camper roofs and provided fire extinguishers and de-icing supplies to improve safety for residents and meal delivery volunteers. These changes made homes more accessible and reduced hazards, while opening lines of communication for future help. One visually impaired resident said she finally feels comfortable going outside after repeated falls, a change that restored her confidence and independence.

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