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Easton, PA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Walk Audits

Description: A walk and run audit through downtown Easton will identify a suitable walking and running path for health-conscious older adults. JLV will distribute online and written surveys and will share the audit's results with city officials.

Missoula, MT

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Walk Audits

Description: A series of walk audits at regional farmers markets will identify potential sidewalk, crosswalk and accessibility improvements. The Coalition will recruit older adults to conduct the audits and compensate them for their time.

Cambridge, MA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Walk Audits

Description: Walk audits through a mixed-use district will evaluate pedestrian crossings and identify ways to improve them. Organizers will share audit results with community members, local businessowners and municipal agencies to inform streetscape improvements.

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Fort Worth, TX

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022

Project Category: Park enhancements

Description: This project eliminated tripping hazards in Al Hayne Memorial Park downtown, making it safer for visitors.

Lewisville, TX

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Housing Choice Design Competitions

Description: The city will host a design competition to encourage construction of accessory dwelling units and increase age-friendly and affordable housing options. The project will include outreach efforts in English and Spanish, as well as Hakha Chin for migrants from Myanmar.

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