Livable Communities

The annual program aims to make communities in Vermont more livable for people of all ages

Nationwide Community Challenge Grant Program Works to Make Communities More Livable

Expanding Burlington’s housing options are necessary to address the needs of people of all ages and abilities.

AARP VT Placemaking Grants Help Energize Local Communities

Applications are currently being accepted through March 6, 2024, 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT

Winter Placemaking Projects Promote Livability for All Ages

The fourteen local advocates who completed the 2023 Vermont State Walking College, in collaboration with AARP Vermont, have announced their Walk Action Plans for their communities.

New AARP Livability Index™ Top 100 finds that every community requires improvement to meet the needs of an aging population

AARP Vermont is pleased to welcome the Town of Milton as the latest member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. As the latest community to sign on to the network, Milton’s civic leaders will have access to global resources and information on age-friendly best practices, models of assessment and implementation, and the experiences of towns and cities around the world.

OEENC Used AARP's Walk Audit Toolkit to Enhance Walkability