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Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
4/6/2021

Lead Agency: Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services

Government Agency

Action Plan

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. Housing

    Support tenants by offering rental assistance, enforcing eviction protections and modifying rental units to be more accessible.

  2. Transportation

    Ensure new development considers walkability and public transit access. Enhance local transit options by expanding service areas and establishing alternative transportation options.

  3. Health and Community Services

    Help fitness and recreation centers provide physical fitness programs tailored to older adults.

Nearby AARP Community Challenge Projects

Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (2023)

Toms River, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Transportation Systems Change

Description: This project will expand a volunteer medical transportation program which aims to serve residents aged 60 and enable them to continue to live independently.

New Jersey Advocates for Aging Well (2025)

Hamilton, NJ

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Housing Choice Design Competitions

Description: NJAAW will host a design competition to promote age-friendly and affordable housing in New Jersey. The competition will focus on ADUs, single-family, and multi-family housing, judged on middle-income solutions and universal design. Winning designs will be publicized statewide to encourage development.

ABOUT THE AARP COMMUNITY CHALLENGE

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