Livable Communities

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The overwhelming majority of Americans want to stay in their own homes as they age, but many need public transportation to stay mobile after their driving years are over. 
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It’s been harder for people to see their grandchildren during the pandemic, but thanks to an AARP Community Challenge grant, Delawareans have found a way to connect. 
Community Grant Challenge
Applications are currently being accepted through Wednesday, April 17, 2019, 11:59 p.m. ET
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Communities across Delaware are working each and every day to become more livable for residents of all ages.
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Safe, walkable streets make a community more accessible for everyone, especially older adults eager to stay fit and engage with their neighbors.
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Communities across Delaware are working each and every day to become more livable for residents of all ages.
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AARP is now accepting applications for the 2018 Community Challenge grant program to fund “quick-action” projects that spark change in local communities. The grant program, which is now in its second year, is part of AARP’s nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which aims to make communities great places to live for everyone.
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The creative work of two community leaders in Delaware is showcased in AARP’s Where We Live: Communities for All Ages series, now available for free.
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AARP announces the City of Dover as the winner for the AARP Community Challenge, aiming to create change and improve quality of life at the community-level. The winning project is a re-opening of a walking/biking path in Dover.  Each project was partially or fully funded through the AARP Community Challenge grant.
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