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Over 320 million people around the world, in over 1500 cities and towns in 51 countries, have joined The World Health Organization’s global network of Age-Friendly communities…
Now It’s Your Turn!
Find out how your community can become age-friendly.
Age-Friendly Communities in Rhode Island
R.I. cities and towns that have been recognized as part of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities: Barrington, Block Island, Bristol, Cranston, East Providence, Newport, Pawtucket, Providence and Westerly.
And our newest “emerging” age-friendly communities including Coventry, Jamestown, North Kingstown, and Warwick.
Just released: The Rhode Island Healthy Aging Data Report!
Want to better understand the health, strengths, and challenges facing older adults in your city or town? The new report offers comprehensive Community Profiles with local and statewide data on health indicators, living arrangements, and more.
✅ Compare your community to others across RI
✅ Use this data to guide policy, planning, and support for healthy aging
✅ See where your town stands📍 Check out your city or town’s profile today:
Explore the 2024 Report
2023 POCKET MANUAL: The Rhode Island Guide to Services for Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities
Questions about what resources are available for Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities? OHA developed a handy guide to help navigate the abundance of community-based services and programs in the state Download The Pocket Guide
About Us
Based at Rhode Island College, Age-Friendly RI is a coalition of community and state agencies, healthcare and social service providers, individuals of all ages, advocacy and faith-based organizations, businesses, academic institutions and municipal leaders who are committed to healthy aging.
Age-Friendly RI Convening – January 22, 2026
Join us for a morning of learning and conversation open to all who care about how we age in our communities.
Connect with colleagues and community members from across sectors for a dynamic morning focused on how we can better support one another as we age. This convening will highlight practical, real world strategies, from age friendly business efforts to innovative transportation solutions, that shape how we stay connected, access services, and participate fully in community life at every stage of life. Whether you work in planning, healthcare, education, business, the arts, local government, or are simply invested in your community, this session offers ideas and examples that are relevant across roles, industries, and lived experience. Learn from regional leaders, engage in thoughtful conversation, and connect with others who care about strengthening communities for all of us as we age.
EVENT DETAILS
Location: Rhode Island College, Alger Hall Room 110
When: Thursday, January 22 | Networking breakfast 8:30 to 9:00 a.m. | Program 9:00 a.m. to noon
Additional details, including the agenda and parking information, will be shared the week of January 12. Please let us know you plan to attend by completing the form below. We look forward to learning alongside you RSVP
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Implementation innovations and insights shared at January 22 convening
Attendees from across the state came together last week for an Age-Friendly Rhode Island convening at Rhode Island College. The program featured presentations from two established age-friendly initiatives. Sylvia von Aulock, executive director, Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission, shared her experience coordinating a regional age-friendly initiative spanning 14…
Age-Friendly Rhode Island convening set for January 22
Join others working to create thriving age-friendly communities for a morning of learning. Date: Thursday, January 22 Time: Networking breakfast 8:30 – 9 a.m. Program 9 a.m. – noon. Location: Rhode Island College | Alger 110 Connect with colleagues and community members from across sectors for a dynamic morning focused on…
Thank You To Our Funder
Point32Health Foundation builds on a tradition of service and giving at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan. Their heritage organizations together have invested more than $200 million to support community organizations in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island. Point32Health Foundation funds equity-focused solutions related to healthy aging, access to healthy food, and behavioral health. They seek to collaborate with and learn from nonprofit organizations, understanding that those most affected by inequities are in the best position to define the problem, design appropriate solutions, and define success.