Garfield, New Jersey Print

Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
7/2/2018

Lead Agency: Generations for Garfield

Non-profit

Action Plan

Garfield developed its action plan through a broad community effort. The plan commits to enhancing transportation access for older adults by increasing bus stops and improving accessibility and transportation choice. The plan will also focus on improving technology use and communication among older residents.

Action Plan Highlights

  1. Transportation

    Focus on transportation for older adults by conducting a walkability survey, hosting travel trainings, and identifying resources for older adults on alternative transportation.

  2. Communication and Information

    Create additional methods of communication with older adults including new information boards throughout the city and a community newsletter.

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Nearby AARP Community Challenge Grantees

Berkeley Heights Township

Berkeley Heights, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021

Project Category: Transportation

Description: The Trailblazer project will inform, showcase, and encourage use of community walking trails while engaging and connecting people across generations by creating and displaying a township map that will be installed in four structures strategically placed around the town.

Bloomfield Department of Health and Human Services

Bloomfield, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2018

Project Category: Public Spaces

Description: Funding will help to expand a walking program for all residents with the technology that highlight participant's walking achievements.

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