Age-Friendly Rhode Island 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.

Across the globe, thousands of cities and towns have joined the World Health Organization's Age-Friendly Communities network, committing to make their communities better places to grow older.  Rhode Island is part of that movement.

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Rhode Island's Age-Friendly Movement Is Growing

Rhode Island cities and towns recognized as part of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities: Newport, Providence, Cranston, Westerly, Bristol, East Providence, Pawtucket, New Shoreham, Barrington and our newest member -> Central Falls!

In addition, Jamestown, North Kingstown, Middletown, Portsmouth, Lincoln, Warwick, Coventry, South Kingstown, Narragansett, and Woonsocket are developing and implementing programs that address key community priorities.

 

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    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.

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  • Rhode Island Healthy Aging Data Report

    Want to better understand the health, strengths, and challenges facing older adults in your city or town? The 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:

  • Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging Pocket Manual

    Questions about what resources are available for Older Adults and Adults with Disabilities? Rhode Island's Office of Healthy Aging developed this handy guide to help navigate community-based services and programs in the state.

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Looks like we missed out on a great time! 🙂 Nice to see all the smiling faces. PACE Organization of Rhode Island ... See MoreSee Less
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🎉 Congratulations to RIC’s 2026 Alumni Award winners, especially Maureen Maigret, a longtime champion for older people and a key leader of the coalition that became Age-Friendly Rhode Island. 💙Because of Maureen's advocacy and commitment, Rhode Island is a better place for all of us as we age!Meet our 2026 Alumni Awards recipients! From inspiring leaders and dedicated advocates to outstanding educators and changemakers, these Anchors embody the spirit of Rhode Island College. We're proud to celebrate their achievements and invite you to join us! 💛🏆🌟 John Nazarian Alumna of the Year: Maureen Maigret '74🌟 Charles B. Willard Achievement Award: Jessica Vega '10🌟 Alumni Faculty Award: Dr. Jayashree Nimmagadda🌟 Alumni Service Award: Kathleen Kenwood '73, '80 MEd🌟 Alumni Staff Award: Sara Reilly '11, M.A. '13🌟 Rising Alumni Award: Michael Neal Jr. '16Honor Roll:🌟Faculty of Arts & Sciences: Sarah Prickel-Kane '13, Julie Bjurman '10, '16 M.A., and Dr. Ivelisse Sabater '04🌟Feinstein School of Education & Human Development: Carina L. Pinto De Chacon '01🌟School of Business: Lee Anne Clift '92🌟Zvart Onanian School of Nursing: Dr. Christie Bowser '07, C.N.S. '16🌟School of Social Work: Dr. Vilna Tejeda '12🎉 Save the date! Join us on Thursday, October 1st, as we honor these remarkable alumni, faculty, and staff whose achievements continue to strengthen the RIC community!Help us congratulate this year's honorees by leaving a message in the comments below! 💛 ... See MoreSee Less

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The Senior Citizens League reports that Social Security benefits have lagged inflation, losing an estimated 13.7 percent of their value from 2016–2026. Housing costs have skyrocketed over the last decade—for example, average rent for a one-bedroom apartment jumped 60 percent. For nearly 40 percent of older adults, Social Security is their only source of income. Read the 2026 Loss of Buying Power to learn more: seniorsleague.org/assets/LOBP-2026_v5.pdf. ... See MoreSee Less

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⚠️ Air quality is expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups statewide today (7/15) due to fine particles from wildfire smoke. Bands of heavy wildfire smoke will be moving into the region, with fine particle readings increasing to unhealthy for sensitive groups beginning midday. Bands of heavy smoke from wildfires in Northern Minnesota will continue to move into Rhode Island, with elevated fine particle readings into Thursday. What to expect: • Poor air quality • Reduced visibility • Smell of smoke Recommended Actions: • Stay indoors with windows closed when smoke levels are high. • Limit outdoor activity; choose less strenuous activities and reduce time spent outdoors. • While driving, set your car's air system to “recirculate”. • Follow your personal health management plan during air alerts. 📌 Air quality can change throughout the day. To stay informed, visit www.airnow.gov for real-time updates and forecasts. 🔗 Find more information at www.dem.ri.gov/airquality ... See MoreSee Less

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Point32Health Foundation works with communities to support, advocate and advance healthier lives for everyone.

"Point32Health Foundation builds on a tradition of service and giving at Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan. Our heritage organizations together have invested more than $283 million to support community organizations in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island.

Together with community, we will advance equity in aging.

We share an unwavering commitment to support communities grappling with growing inequities and changing demographics.

Point32Health Foundation’s equity in aging strategy is guided by the Foundation’s north star, our mission and the core principles of a trust-based approach to philanthropy. Grounded in and responsive to community conditions, we want to be relevant in today’s context, grow as we learn with and from community, and build on the legacy of our predecessor foundations." Source: www.Point32Foundation.org