Revolutions in Transportation: How they impact the quality of urban life and the age-friendliness of cities
February 7, 2019 Perkins + Will 2 Bryant St #300 San Francisco, CA THE TAKEAWAY: After decades of no change in urban transportation infrastructure – your parents and grandparents already waited at the bus stop – we are now in the midst of a transportation...Aging in Place: Tips on Making Home Safe and Accessible
Living at home as you age requires careful consideration and planning. Learn how you can make some changes to help maintain your independence.
Considerations for TNC Partnerships: Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
“With rise of mobility options in the private sector, the promise of public-private partnerships is great. From first/last mile coverage to paratransit services, agreements with Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) such as Uber and Lyft can extend access to...
Older People Projected to Outnumber Children for First Time in U.S. History
“By 2030, all baby boomers will be older than age 65. This will expand the size of the older population so that 1 in every 5 residents will be retirement age.” Read more here
Design Without Limits: The Art of Creating Beautiful, Accessible Homes
January 10, 2019Ed Roberts Campus THE TAKEAWAY: Design for accessibility benefits us every day in public life, from curb cuts to stair rails to wider doors. In the realm of the private home, it is mostly shunned because accessibility has gotten a bad rap. It’s often...
Long Distance Caregiving
December 6, 2018Rhoda Goldman Plaza THE TAKEAWAY: In this forum three experts discussed the practical, and emotional challenges of long distance care giving. We would like to thank our sponsors, Rhoda Goldman Plaza and the Stupski Foundation, and our presenters, Beth...Susanne Stadler: Life at Home and Aging in Community
A home for growing old gives us the opportunity to stay engaged and useful, remain part of our community, and build confidence when our abilities and strengths decline. Watch this video of AHWGO’s Executive Director, Susanne Stadler, present a preview of the...