A
%Start 5 Great Places to Live in the United States
visibility
659 views
thumb_up
13 likes
I
Many cities across the U.S. are working to change that, putting in place initiatives to make life better for older residents. The dispatched journalists to five cities that are winning acclaim for their innovative work toward , to discover what every community can learn from their efforts.
thumb_up
32 likes
G
This suburb has turned itself into a destination community, innovatively tackled its transportation problem and broke free from the “senior center” model for older residents. This Midwestern city is attracting older workers to good career opportunities, is changing decades-old housing policies and is making mini-communities within a metropolis. This community redeveloped an urban neighborhood to combat suburban flight, created “blue zones” to promote healthier living conditions and is helping older residents become entrepreneurs.
thumb_up
34 likes
I
This small city has engaged the community to identify solutions and led a push to use data analysis to solve problems. This expensive city has worked to reduce housing costs, while conducting surveys and listening sessions to assess other needs of older residents.
More Great Places to Live
These communities have launched initiatives that are making life better ofStreets and Transportation
Fort Wayne, Indiana Urban planners have conceptualized how to remake streets for safety. Though not yet implemented, the design includes: 1) Single lane of one-way traffic, with street parking on both sides, 2) A wide lane for bicycles, wheelchairs and runners, separated from car traffic by a parking lane and landscaped areas 3) A traditional sidewalk for walkers.
thumb_up
29 likes
M
Edgewater, Maryland To help older residents cross wide streets, the community installed pedestrian islands on one four-lane street. This allows people to watch for traffic moving in one direction at a time.
thumb_up
38 likes
N
Bozeman, Montana Traffic engineers have experimented with painted crosswalks that have the appearance of raised surfaces. These optical illusions may cause motorists to slow down.
thumb_up
32 likes
J
Indianapolis A new transit center opened in 2016, providing a hub for more than two dozen bus routes to converge in one location. This hub-and-spoke system makes it easier to get around the city.
thumb_up
39 likes
Z
Indianapolis also added its first bus rapid transit line, with dedicated traffic lanes and stops within a quarter-mile of about 50,000 residents. of PDX Commons in Portland, Oregon
Housing
Portland, Oregon A cohousing development called PDX Commons opened in 2017.
thumb_up
47 likes
B
Residents range from their mid-50s to late 70s and share common areas—living room, library, media room, craft and exercise room, and rooftop deck, plus outdoor gardens. While each condo has a full kitchen, the building also has a community kitchen and dining room for gatherings.
thumb_up
6 likes
M
Similar cohousing developments also exist in Washington, D.C.; St. Louis Park, Minnesota; and other communities. Portland and Beaverton, Oregon “Intentional intergenerational-living communities” reserve a certain number of apartments and townhouses for people 55 and older, while other units are earmarked for single parents and foster families.
thumb_up
35 likes
O
Blending these populations allows older people to find a new purpose by helping struggling families and at-risk kids. Similar facilities exist in other communities, such as Rantoul, Illinois. New Hampshire A state law passed in 2017 requires local zoning departments to allow the construction of accessory dwelling units (ADUs).
thumb_up
44 likes
E
These are second buildings on a residential lot where older family members can live independently but in close proximity to a caregiver. California and Oregon have passed similar laws.
thumb_up
17 likes
E
Lexington, Kentucky, adopted a comprehensive plan that makes it easier for homeowners to build ADUs on their property. Albuquerque, New Mexico A program called the North Campus Community Project has matched residents with volunteers who do household chores and repairs.
thumb_up
5 likes
L
This has been helpful for older residents. There have been similar programs in other communities, including Houston as well as Kanawha and Putnam counties in West Virginia. Santa Cruz, California A pilot program in partnership with Habitat for Humanity builds ADUs as additions to existing houses to help homeowners age in place.
thumb_up
37 likes
E
The aging homeowner can either rent out the ADU for needed income or downsize into the addition and rent out the main house. Honolulu With one of the nation’s largest concentrations of residents 65 and older, city planners have emphasized affordable and accessible housing developments along a 20-mile rail corridor under construction.
thumb_up
38 likes
E
Easy access to public transportation is especially beneficial for older people. of From left to right, Tamara Brooks, Daniel Belgrad and Catherine Valentine exercise at AARP's FitLot Park in St.
thumb_up
35 likes
H
Petersburg, Florida. The FitLot is the first of the kind built by AARP in the country.
The Trust for Public Land outfitted more than 20 parks with outdoor low-impact exercise equipment.
Fitness
Pinellas County, FloridaThe Trust for Public Land outfitted more than 20 parks with outdoor low-impact exercise equipment.
thumb_up
5 likes
D
Many older residents use these fitness zones. Chippewa Valley, Wisconsin Local governments have installed more than four dozen pickleball courts. This sport, a less strenuous variation of tennis, is particularly popular among people over 50.
thumb_up
21 likes
N
Baltimore The health department has tracked fall-related emergency room visits in order to map, and correct, problem areas. of
Businesses
Honolulu Kind2Kupuna (kupuna means “elders”) is a campaign that encourages shops, restaurants, health care providers and others to better serve the needs of older customers. Working with AARP, businesses have printed a list of 10 tips, including communicating clearly and using design that can prevent accidents.
thumb_up
37 likes
J
Learn More About AARP Livable Communities
Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply.
thumb_up
22 likes
M
Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age.
thumb_up
37 likes
H
You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in.
thumb_up
49 likes
C
Cancel Offer Details Disclosures
Close In the next 24 hours, you will receive an email to confirm your subscription to receive emails related to AARP volunteering. Once you confirm that subscription, you will regularly receive communications related to AARP volunteering.
thumb_up
26 likes
A
In the meantime, please feel free to search for ways to make a difference in your community at Javascript must be enabled to use this site. Please enable Javascript in your browser and try again.
thumb_up
50 likes
Similar Discussions
-
Valorant EMEA League Who are FUT Esports?
-
What time will SEAL Team season 6 episode 1 air on Paramount +?
-
What Your Trouble Spots Say About Your Health Everyday Health
-
Lomograph camera filters app APK Download for Android
-
Canada had the idea for UV passports first and these photos prove it
-
How to Set up and Customize Your YouTube Channel
-
Diablo II Resurrected Does Nostalgia Right
-
The 23 Best Excel Shortcuts
-
2019 Pagani Huayra BC Exterior Photos CarBuzz
-
Volkswagen s High Performance R Models Are Going Electric CarBuzz
-
Hyundai And Kia Owners Sue Automakers Over Engine Fires CarBuzz
-
Cómo la hepatitis C daña el hígado Mayo Clinic
-
Silk Wallet Case
-
My Parents Won t Let Me Get The Vaccine
-
Vintage Funny Face Mugs
-
2 Ohm Resistor Near Me
-
Pulmonary Stenosis in Children Johns Hopkins Medicine
-
Cedars Sinai Heart Institute Awarded National Institutes of Health Grant to Help Predict Vulnerability to Sudden Cardiac Arrest
-
ROU W vs MLT W Dream11 Prediction Fantasy Cricket Tips Today s Playing 11s and Pitch Report for Women s Continental Cup 2022 3rd and 4th T20I
-
What is Get Ready with Music playlist on Spotify How to use and everything about the new viral feature
-
Fortnite New Destiny 2 emote Investigate is secretly reactive to Ariana Grande skin
-
Over the counter hearing aids are for sale but they are not for everyone Abbeyfeale Golf Club
-
WWE 2K22 Locker Codes June 2022
-
Modders make Bloodborne first person
-
Twitch Prime s free games for February include Downwell Dear Esther
-
Cloud adoption breeds developer innovation TechRadar
-
Andrew Zimmern Family Dinner Is One of My Best Shows
-
Who Is Morgan Wallen Dating? Details On His Love Life
-
Metro fm top 40 mart
-
En uygun telefonsuz ev interneti