Livable Communities

AARP Austin in partnership Safe Streets Austin has helped create public spaces designed for residents of all ages, abilities and needs. The "Healthy Streets" initiative, allowed for the closing of a 10-mile stretch of Austin's roads to vehicles so that it would be open to walkers and cyclists. This temporary pandemic closure has now become permanent. AARP continues to fight for a healthier Austin.

The AARP Community Challenge grant program awarded money to Thomas Jefferson University to build a garden to combat social isolation by turning vacant land into green space for neighbors to gather.

The state legislature begins its session next month, and AARP Indiana plans to advocate for more support to help Indiana residents live independently.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Seattle’s age-friendly initiative helped Emerald City residents remain connected by hosting more than 50 virtual events. Collectively, they were viewed more than 12,000 times.

The AARP Community Challenge grant program this year funded four quick-action projects in Colorado to enhance public spaces for residents of all ages.

Four state organizations received 2022 AARP Community Challenge grants.

Six Ohio organizations and municipalities received 2022 AARP Community Challenge grants for local projects to benefit residents of all ages.

North Carolina’s population is aging, and AARP is working with state and local partners to make communities more livable for people of all ages.

Organizations in six cities across the state received 2022 AARP Community Challenge grants for local improvement projects.

The 2022 AARP Community Challenge grant has funded four projects in Washington this year, each aimed at making their communities more livable.