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January 25, 2023

Livable Communities Newsletter | AARP.org/Livable

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Publications & Resources

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New, Free Gardening Guide!

Creating Community Gardens for People of All Ages is a photo- and information-filled AARP Livable Communities publication for neighbors and local leaders. The 32-page tool kit is available now as a PDF download — or you place an order for the printed edition. (By the way, a community garden is a very suitable and useful AARP Community Challenge project — see more below.)

AARP Community Challenge Webinar

Learn about the 2023 AARP Community Challenge grant program, ask questions about the application process, and hear from grantees who jump-started long-term changes in their communities. Join us online on Wednesday, February 8, from 2 to 3 pm (EST).

Livability News & Notes

Turning Office Buildings Into Housing — The pandemic helped prove that working from home can work. Numerous offices are empty and no longer needed. But more housing is needed. Source: The New York Times ►

Hiring a ‘CGO’ — California’s San Diego County now has a chief geriatric officer who will collaborate across multiple departments to improve infrastructure for older adults. Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune ►

Voting for Sidewalks! — Denver, Colorado, has 300 miles of missing sidewalks and 830 miles of sidewalks that are too narrow to meet ADA standards. In November, voters chose to remedy the situation by approving new annual fees that will raise money specifically for sidewalk improvements. Source: Denverite ►

THE CHALLENGE IS ON!

The application period for the 2023 AARP Community Challenge grant ends on March 15. Local governments and nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply.

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