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April 15, 2020

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Distance Walking

Although stay-at-home orders have been enacted by the vast majority of states, walking around one’s immediate neighborhood for exercise and “physically distanced” social interactions is permitted. The information and worksheets in the AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit collection can help in documenting and improving pedestrian unfriendly streets and sidewalks.

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Live Q&A About the Coronavirus

AARP is hosting weekly coronavirus information sessions that can be accessed online or by phone. Can't make the live broadcast? Recordings and transcripts of the discussions are available on the event's webpage.

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Visit and bookmark AARP.org/Coronavirus for updated information about the global pandemic, especially as it relates to older adults.

Creating COVID-19 Safe Streets — The National Association of City Transportation Officials has released an evolving tool kit of rapid-response strategies for protecting roadway users and keeping communities moving. Source: NACTO.org ►

Walking As Self-Care — Playgrounds, fitness centers and even many parks are closed. Walking outdoors in uncrowded spaces is still possible for many — and a welcome dose of fresh air can help prevent cabin fever. Source: America Walks ►

Just for Fun! — "Zoofari" scavenger hunts provide social distancing smiles for all ages. Participants place a stuffed animal in plain sight in their windows or yards that can be visually spotted by passersby. Source: Chesapeake Conservancy ►

Applications for the AARP Community Challenge are due by Friday, May 15, 2020.

A NOTE ABOUT THIS NEWSLETTER

The format and frequency of the AARP Livable Communities e-Newsletter will vary over the next few weeks as the nation’s attention is focused on the coronavirus and its impact on individuals and communities. Please stay healthy and safe.

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