Lincoln, Massachusetts Print

Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
5/17/2018

Lead Agency: Planning and Land Use Department (MAPC)

Government Agency

Action Plan Download

An action plan is based on the results of community surveys identifying needs within the 8 Domains of Livability that influence the health and quality of life of older adults. While there is flexibility in how a plan is created and what it will do, every action plan includes a statement about what can be achieved, target dates for goal completion, identification of participating organizations and indicators to measure progress. The action plan is an "active" rather than static document. Revisions and amendments are a sign of program improvement and progress.

Action Plan Highlights

  1. Transportation

    Promote safety, connectivity, and a diversity of transit modes for older adults and people with disabilities by implementing Complete Streets principles in transportation infrastructure improvements.

  2. Housing

    Expand housing choice, affordability, and access to home maintenance, repair, and modification resources so that older adults can remain in their community as their housing needs and preferences change.

Nearby AARP Community Challenge Projects

Wayland Council on Aging (2024)

Wayland, MA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: HomeFit Modifications

Description: This project will support aging in place through home safety trainings for older adults. The Council will also install grab bars in several homes and attendees will receive motion-sensing night lights.

City of Watertown Department of Senior Services and Council on Aging (2024)

Watertown, MA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2024

Project Category: Housing stability

Description: This eviction prevention project will offer financial assistance to older adult tenants, which they can put toward rent, home modifications and cleaning services. The city will also provide help with managing medications, obtaining legal referrals and accessing community resources.

ABOUT THE AARP COMMUNITY CHALLENGE

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