Livable Communities

Results of the 2024 AARP Livability Index Release with South Dakota Rankings

Start the holiday season off by traveling through the Land of Snow and an enchanted forest wonderland with the dance theatre performance of The Nutcracker.

In too many communities across Minnesota, people can’t safely walk to where they need or want to go due to a lack sidewalks, crosswalks or other safety features that make streets safe for pedestrians and drivers.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteer, Pat, tells us why she enjoys her volunteer experience

As the 2024 election approaches, Michigan voters will have the opportunity to hear directly from U.S. Senate candidates Elissa Slotkin and Mike Rogers during a highly anticipated debate on Tuesday, October 8th at 7:00 PM.

Do you have an idea to make your community more age-friendly? The Age-Friendly Minnesota Council announced its second round of Community Grants, offering up to $80,000, in support of projects that strengthen and improve communities for people of all ages, including older adults. Applications are due Friday, November 8, 2024, before 4:00 p.m. CT., and the funding period is expected to run from February 2025 through March 2026.

AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

Seven Oklahoma groups received 2024 AARP Community Challenge grants, totaling $66,550, for projects that make neighborhoods more livable for all residents.

AARP's Community Challenge grant program aims to boost livability with quick-action projects.

Five Indiana groups received 2024 AARP Community Challenge grants, totaling $50,910, for projects that make neighborhoods more livable for all residents.