AARP Livable Communities

Information and inspiration for local leaders — so communities can be livable for people of all ages

THE 2025 AARP COMMUNITY CHALLENGE IS ON!

The AARP Community Challenge is accepting applications in three grant categories. Local governments and nonprofit organizations with ready-to-go projects are eligible to apply.

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Key Programs

A color-coded map representing the members of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

AARP Age-Friendly Network

Learn how a town, city, county or state can enroll in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

AARP Community Challenge

Our annual grant program provides funds for quick-action projects that improve livability and inspire change

A screenshot of the AARP Livable Communities interactive map

AARP Livable Map

See where and how AARP is helping communities become more livable

Award-Winning Resources

Free "how-to" publications, tool kits and more for local leaders and involved residents

AARP Livable Newsletter

Our award-winning newsletter for local leaders is how we announce new content, resources and opportunities

AARP Livability Index

Use an address, city, state or zip code to find a community's livability score

Housing

Front and back covers of the AARP HomeFit Guide

Aging in Place

A smartly designed home can be a great fit for residents of all ages and life stages

Accessory Dwelling Units

ADUs can expand housing options for people of all ages

Missing Middle Housing

These mid-sized homes in walkable places are making a needed comeback

The Levey Family of Levittown, Long Island, New York.

More About Housing

Examples of programs, solutions, trends and housing options

Getting Around

Transportation Options

Learn about Complete Streets, ride-sharing and other transportation programs and services

The front and back covers of the AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit

Walkability

Safe streets and sidewalks benefit people of all ages

Bicycling

Bike-friendly roadways make streets safer for all users

AARP Driver Safety

Classes and resources for keeping drivers and passengers safe

Community Connections

Nine members of the acting troupe pose for a group portrait

Community Engagement

Examples of community outreach, cooperation and partnerships

Community Diversity

Recognizing and reducing disparities in order to fairly serve all residents

Community Resilience

Resilient communities can reduce risks and better protect all residents

Local Solutions Collection

Communities are making positive change with expert help from AARP

Spaces and Places

An illustration of the Cut Bank City Bark Park site plan, a dog at a fire hydrant, and a woman poses with pine tree plants

More! Events, Opportunities and Related Resources

Learn about the initiative and why AARP is working locally — nationwide

Using AARP.org/Livable

Visiting for the first time? Here are some tips for navigating our website

Connect With AARP Livable

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AARP State and Local Offices

AARP has offices in every state, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and D.C.

AARP Livable Communities

Key Programs

Housing

Getting Around

Community Connections

Spaces and Places

Public Places

Placemaking

Land Use and Zoning

Rural Livability

More! Events, Opportunities and Related Resources

Livability Library A-Z Archive

Workshops

Surveys and Statistics

Policy and Research