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The Massachusetts Senate passed a nursing home reform bill Thursday, July 25th. The Massachusetts House passed a bill last year. A conference committee will hash out the differences. That work needs to be done by July 31 when the formal legislative session ends. COVID-19 highlighted problematic issues at nursing homes, now is the time to address the reforms.
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AARP Massachusetts is advocating for you. We're doing everything we can to make your neighborhoods, towns, cities, and rural areas great places to live for people of all ages.
Massachusetts communities should have safe, walkable streets, age-friendly housing, transportation options, and opportunities for residents of all ages to stay active.
With the Massachusetts House & Senate agreeing on budget, Gov. Healy is expected to sign it. AARP is highlighting some key provisions in the budget that will impact seniors in the Bay State
Unfortunately, the Secure Choice Savings Program did not pass. It was an amendment to a $3.5 billion economic development bill. The bill passed, the Secure Choice Amendment did not.
The proposal would've create a state-facilitated automatic savings program.
AARP is making a post-pandemic push to combat loneliness and social isolation by hosting a series of in-person events, including a trip to the New England Botanic Garden, ice cream socials and an outing to the Cambridge Jazz Festival. A 2023 advisory from the U.S. surgeon general declared increasing loneliness, isolation and lack of connection to be a public health crisis.
Know a Volunteer Who's Making a Difference? Nominate Them for AARP's 2024 Massachusetts Andrus Award
Do you know a volunteer age 50+ who is making a significant difference in your
community? Honor their dedication, commitment, and creativity with a nomination for the 2024 AARP Massachusetts Andrus Award for Community Service, AARP’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service
AARP Massachusetts is advocating for legislation that will allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be built by right across the Commonwealth. The House has agreed to this. The Senate is set to take up the housing bond bill later this month
The Massachusetts Coalition to Build Community & End Loneliness held its lobby day on Beacon Hill. The coalition, convened by AARP Massachusetts, hopes legislators will make Good Neighbor Day, September 28, a day of action
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