Bar Harbor, Maine Print

Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
2/16/2017

Lead Agency: Bar Harbor Task Force on Aging

Age-Friendly Advisory Council/Coalition

Action Plan Download

Bar Harbor developed its action plan with the goal of creating a community where all residents, regardless of age, can live, grow and thrive. The initiative is focused on three primary areas-housing, transportation, and community support and health services, and is centered on community engagement, resident input, and partnerships with existing community organizations.

Action Plan Highlights

  1. Outdoor Spaces

    Improve pedestrian friendliness in the community by conducting a sidewalk and walkability study.

  2. Transportation

    Focus on expanding transportation options for older adults and residents with disabilities.

  3. Housing

    Promote aging in place by identifying residents who need home modifications and connecting them to services and local funding options.

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Nearby AARP Community Challenge Grantees

Age-Friendly Sullivan / Town of Sullivan

Sullivan, ME

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021

Project Category: Public places

Description: This project willtransform a vacant area adjacent to an existing playground and willbuild aquarter-milelongwalking trail with exercise stations accessible for all abilities and ages.

Aging Well in Waldo County

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.

ABOUT THE AARP COMMUNITY CHALLENGE

Launched in 2017, the annual AARP Community Challenge provides small grants to local governments and nonprofits in order to fund quick-action, ready-to-implement projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages.

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AARP Maine State Office

53 Baxter Boulevard
Suite 202
Portland, ME 04101
United States

Phone: 866-554-5380
Fax: 207-775-5727
Email: [email protected]