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Statement on Deadly Fire At Fall River's Gabriel House Assisted Living Residence

Posted on 07/14/25

“AARP Massachusetts is deeply saddened by the tragic fire at the Gabriel House Assisted Living Residence in Fall River, which claimed the lives of nine cherished residents and injured many others.…
AARP Testifies on Beacon Hill to Support Safer Streets for All Ages

Posted on 06/24/25

AARP Massachusetts testified in support of House Bill 3804 and Senate Bill 2419 to make streets safer by allowing towns to extend crosswalk signals—helping older adults and anyone who needs more time…
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Posted on 06/01/25

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Welcome to AARP Local - We're Glad You're Here!

Posted on 06/01/25

AARP Local isn’t just a website – it’s your community hub, where your voice matters, your priorities come to life, and your neighbors come together. …
Massachusetts Unveils Updated Aging Plan for Supporting Older Adults

Posted on 05/09/25

Governor Healey Signs Executive Order to Implement Age-Friendly Policies & Practices…
Making Massachusetts Even More Livable For People Of All Ages

Posted on 03/13/25

AARP Massachusetts is working to make your neighborhoods, towns, cities, and rural areas great places to live for people of all ages.…
Parks for People and Pups of All Ages

Posted on 12/17/24

Off-leash dog parks are the fastest-growing type of park in the United States…
Watch AARP MA's Designing Across Decades: Building Communities for Every Age

Posted on 11/22/24

Watch the presentations from AARP Massachusetts' conferences in Hyannis & Northampton. Designing Across Decades: Building Communities for Every Age was designed to help communities plan for the…
Is Your Garage a Danger Zone?

Posted on 11/19/24

A garage isn’t just a place to park your car or store rarely-used items. It can be one of the most dangerous areas of a home. After all, it’s where we often store yard and power tools, and hazardous…
Want to Live a Lifetime Safely in Your Home? Hear from the Experts

Posted on 11/19/24

More than 25 percent of adults age 65 and older fall every year and many of those accidents occur at home. So, AARP wants to help you make your home safer for your loved ones.…