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Aging Matters Newsletter & Blog
Love Your Heart: The Connection Between Heart Health, Cancer, and Nutrition
February is a month of love, but it’s also a time to raise awareness about critical health issues affecting women, especially African American women and older adults. With Valentine’s Day symbolizing love and connection and World Pulses...
Connecting Generations Through Technology: How Hybrid Programming is Transforming Senior Centers
Across Massachusetts, a wave of innovation is sweeping through senior centers, thanks to the Hybrid Programming for Councils on Aging grant. This federally funded initiative, stemming from the American Rescue Plan Act and awarded by the...
Bridging the Distance, Bridging Generations: Hybrid Programming Supports Older Adults and Caregivers
The Hybrid Programming grant is making waves in Massachusetts, particularly in the towns of Halifax and Bridgewater. Bridgewater COA Director Emily Williams shared how this initiative is not only addressing the needs of older adults,...
Building Digital Bridges: The Town of Easthampton’s Collaborative Approach to Digital Equity
In Easthampton, Massachusetts, a comprehensive initiative is underway to bridge the digital divide and empower residents of all ages. This multifaceted project, driven by a strong network of community partners, aims to address the various...
Building Digital Resilience on Cape Cod: A Collaborative Approach to Digital Inclusion
On Cape Cod, a concerted effort is underway to address the growing need for digital equity among older adults. As technology becomes increasingly essential for accessing services, staying connected, and maintaining independence,...
Bridging the Digital Divide: How Barnstable is Empowering Older Adults Through Technology
In Barnstable, Massachusetts, a dedicated effort is underway to ensure that older adults are not left behind in the digital age. Thanks to grant funding and a commitment to digital equity, the town's Council on Aging (COA) is providing...
MCOA Leads Dementia Friendly MA, Offering Resources and Grants

MCOA is the state lead for the Dementia Friendly Massachusetts (DFM) initiative, a community-based, grassroots movement to grow awareness, services, and infrastructure to support the lives of people living with dementia and their caregivers. Communities often choose to merge DFM goals with corresponding and overlapping goals for network membership in the Age-Friendly Massachusetts movement, which is steered by AARP-MA.
Latest News
Living Well After the Diagnosis
Living Well After the Diagnosis Friday, January 31, 2025 9:30 am - 12:00 pm ET Live Virtual Program Designed for individuals living with early stage dementia & their care partners All are welcome to attend The Alzheimer’s Association, New England Chapters, will...
Tips for Navigating the Holidays
The Alzheimer's Association MA/NH Chapter is offering two presentations designed to help caregivers through some of the stresses the holiday season can bring. Consider hosting a watch party and please share this opportunity with your participants! DECEMBER 5, 2024...
Alzheimer’s Association’s Free, CEU-Earning Program
Person-Centered Dementia Care: Understanding Behaviors and Effective Communication Thursday, December 12, 2024 12:00-1:30 PM Zoom As people living with dementia progress in their journey, their ability to communicate also changes. Professionals must discover new ways...