Press Release
NADTC Announces Implementation Grants to Address Equity and Accessibility in seven U.S. Communities
The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC), administered by USAging and Easterseals, has awarded a total of $490,000 to seven communities to support the implementation of innovative programs for equitable and…
Read MoreNew Podcast Positive Aging with Patricia Raskin Empowers, Educates, and Uplifts Active Agers
Local, National Experts on Aging Among Guests Announced She can’t turn back the clock or change anyone’s age, but Patricia Raskin – award-winning radio and podcast host and producer…
Read MoreGovernor McKee, RIHousing Announce Historic $80M Investment for Affordable Housing Across Rhode Island
Governor Dan McKee today joined with Rhode Island Housing to announce a historic investment of more than $80 million to create and preserve more than 875 homes across the state.…
Read MoreTransportation Planning Grants Will Address Transportation Inequities in Nine Communities Across the Country
The National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC) has announced a new round of funding to support the development of program innovations and new models for equitable and accessible transportation…
Read MoreRI Office of Healthy Aging Announces Changes to its At HOME Cost Share Program
Changes to OHA’s At-Home Cost Share Program includes persons with income up to 250% FPL and expands eligibility to individuals aged 19-64 with Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementia. …
Read MoreIs Your Hospital Age-Friendly? Non-profit Launches Hospital Ratings & Reviews Engine for Older Adults and Family Caregivers
The Age-Friendly Institute today announced the launch of a hospital ratings and reviews engine on its website. Features include a listing for each of the country’s 6,000 hospitals with Medicare…
Read MoreJames Connell Joins Age-Friendly Rhode Island as New Executive Director
For Immediate Release: Monday, November 15, 2021 Contact: John Taraborelli, 401-456-8977 Providence, RI – Age-Friendly Rhode Island today announced the appointment of James Connell as its new executive…
Read MoreNew Be Kind RI Website Matches Volunteers with Nearby Neighbors In Need
During this pandemic, Rhode Islanders have suffered deep losses. We’ve lost friends, family, and neighbors to COVID, and continue to watch as many are still struggling with its…
Read MoreThe 2021 BlueAngel Community Health Grant program makes $500K investment in nine Rhode Island organizations; second round of funding brings total to $1 million
In a targeted effort to address some of the most basic health inequities for Rhode Islanders, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has – for the…
Read MoreOHA’s digiAGE Program Awarded $10,000 from Cox Communications
As part of efforts to promote digital equity for older adults, the Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging (OHA) – together with Cox Communications and Age-Friendly Rhode Island – today announced a partnership to equip…
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