Connecticut Age Well Collaborative

Warmer days are coming... maybe it's time to get out and visit some of the age, dementia, and disability-friendly places on our AgeWell Across Connecticut list? Our community-nominated list includes nearly 50 local picks of #inclusive locations and experiences across the state. Find it at https://lnkd.in/ey6PZjbx When you go, don't forget to share your visit with the hashtag #AgeWellAcrossCT — we love seeing your trips! #agefriendly #dementiafriendly #disabilityfriendly

Do you know CoGenerate? They're an organization working to change the social norm from generations apart to generations together — bringing older and younger people together to solve problems, bridge divides and co-create the future. On Tuesday, April 1, CoGenerate will host a webinar on how to build intergenerational connection and collaboration in your own life. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/eC_2r7tB

We're so grateful for the partnership of the Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities — their financial support was a key catalyst for our Every Age, Every Ability campaign to disrupt ageism and ableism! The Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities undertakes advocacy, capacity building and systemic change activities consistent with the federal Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000. Learn more about their work at https://lnkd.in/ehAtjhrn #gratitude #partnership #equity

Congratulations to Manchester and Wethersfield — the two most recent Connecticut towns to become Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Communities! We're inspired by all that you've done, and we're cheering you on as you continue to make your towns more accessible and enjoyable for all. Learn more about the Bicycle Friendly Communities initiative at the League of American Bicyclists website: https://lnkd.in/gGVY2vKW #bikefriendly #accessibility #community

On March 19 and 20, AARP will host Age-Friendly in Action: Insights and Ideas Forum. This virtual event is designed to inspire and equip leaders, advocates, and organizations committed to creating age-friendly communities. The first day focuses on Strategies for Effective Engagement; day two considers Sustainable Approaches for Lasting Change. Register at https://lnkd.in/eZFvSSBN #webinar #agefriendly

Last month, we welcomed 24 participants from 15 towns to a Daring Dialogue preview session at the Bristol Public Library. The preview demonstrates the content of our community workshops for municipal and nonprofit leaders, helping them determine whether the format is right for their communities. As always, it was a thought-provoking discussion — thank you to everyone who attended! Future Daring Dialogue preview opportunities will be announced on social channels and in our e-newsletter. Sign up to stay informed: https://lnkd.in/ekqw-ZQd #daringdialogues #disruptageism #disruptableism

The CT Main Street Center Summit is in just two weeks - Thursday, March 20, from 8am to 1pm. The event will focus on Transit-Oriented Development and how the strategic integration of public transit with mixed-use development can boost local economies, increase sustainability and foster vibrant, walkable communities. Speakers will discuss successful case studies right here in Connecticut, including CTfastrak, CTrail and micromobility efforts. Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/eY3qX33F

Love this new, first-of-its-kind resource from Healthy Places by Design and the Narratives for Health Initiative — Transformative Narratives for Socially Connected Communities. Narratives are a powerful tool to convey how we view the world and how our communities operate. While dominant narratives can either help or hinder efforts to create equitable and socially connected communities, transformative narratives align values, shift harmful narratives and influence action.?Explore and be inspired at https://lnkd.in/gTT9th-s #transformativenarratives #equity #socialconnection

Just a few days left to apply to bring a Daring Dialogue to your community this year — applications are due this Friday. If your community is ready to have an open and constructive conversation about aging and disability and how our own biases influence our thoughts and actions, apply now! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/epNTaT_p #daringdialogue #everyage #everyability

We're so fortunate to receive sustaining funding from Point32Health Foundation. Formed by the combination of Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan foundations, Point32Health works with communities to support, advocate and advance healthier lives for everyone. Point32Health supports an incredible range of organizations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Rhode Island that are all working to advance equity in aging. Read a few of their stories at https://lnkd.in/enMhZka8 #gratitude #partnership #impact #equity