Goshen, Massachusetts Print

Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
3/18/2019

Lead Agency: Northern Hilltowns Consortium of Councils on Aging

Government Agency

Action Plan Download

The Northern Hilltowns Consortium of Councils on Aging developed its regional action plan to focus on creating stronger connections between older adults and the broader Northern Hilltowns community. The action plan builds on strong community systems to reduce social isolation, help older adults to remain in their homes, encourage active participation in community life, foster strong community connections and grow public health infrastructure.

Action Plan Highlights

  1. Communication and Information

    Expand virtual community programming, such as exercise and educational classes and entertainment options through the expansion of broadband throughout the region.

  2. Health and Community Services

    Eliminate food insecurity by evaluating and reviwing local sites developed to provide free or low cost food and "pick up meals to older adults.

  3. Civic Participation and Employment

    Recruit local residents in rural areas as paraprofessionals in their won communities, creating community cohesion and a larger pool of professional caregivers in less urban places.

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Nearby AARP Community Challenge Grantees

City of Greenfield

Greenfield, MA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2020

Project Category: Public Spaces

Description: A parking lot will be transformed into a vibrant pocket park and community gathering spot in the center of the downtown area. Plans include the creation of a rain garden, a new bench at an existing bus stop, a chess table with chairs and a bike pump/repair station.

Pioneer Valley Transit Authority

Springfield, MA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2018

Project Category: Transportation

Description: This grant will create a more mobile environment with bench installations that will allow better mobility for seniors and disabled individuals who use public transit.

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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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