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AARP Livable Communities

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

Meet the 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grantees

AND THE GRANTEES ARE ...

Since its debut in 2017, the AARP Community Challenge has invested $24.3 million in 2,100 livability projects throughout the nation, with a focus on meeting the needs of adults age 50 or older. Learn about the 383 projects underway now with funding from the 2025 AARP Community Challenge.

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Key Programs and Resources

Map representing the states (in green) and communities enrolled in 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

AARP Community Challenge

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

Three issues of the AARP Livable Communities e-Newsletter

AARP Livable Newsletter

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

Covers of 16 publications from AARP Livable Communities

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

A screenshot of the AARP Livable Communities interactive map

AARP Livable Map

See where and how AARP is helping communities become more livable

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AARP Livability Index

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

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Livability Archive

Learn about livability with these subject-based collections from AARP Livable Communities

How to Use AARP.org/Livable

How to Use AARP.org/Livable

A few tips about navigating our website, getting in touch and more

Housing

AARP HomeFit Guide front and back covers (English)

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

Accessory Dwelling Units

Accessory Dwelling Units

ADUs can expand housing options for people of all ages

Missing Middle Streetscape

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

An example of a Complete Street

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

Safe streets and sidewalks benefit people of all ages

Illustration of 15 types of bicycles

Bike-friendly roadways make streets safer for all users

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AARP Driver Safety

Classes and resources for keeping drivers and passengers safe

Community Connections

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Community Engagement

Examples of community outreach, cooperation and partnerships

Five archival images of highway construction and children who lived in the impacted communities

Community Inclusion

Local efforts to fairly serve all residents

AARP Disaster Resilience Tool Kit

Community Resilience

Resilient communities can reduce risks and better protect all residents

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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

Public Places

People of all ages in all kinds of place need safe and accessible destinations for getting out and about

An alleyway transformation in Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Placemaking

Demonstration (or "pop-up") projects can inspire needed change

6 circular icons showing illustrations representing terms used in zoning and land use planning

Land Use and Zoning

Small changes to the codes can help communities revitalize and thrive

Route 424 South, Maryland

Rural Livability

Livability projects and programs can support people of all ages in small communities and remote places

More! Events, Opportunities and Related Resources

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Livability Library A-Z Archive

Find articles, publications, images and more about all the subjects we cover

Attendees at the 2017 AARP Livable Communities pose with a mariachi band in the Trinity Groves area of Dallas, Texas

Workshops

Learn about our past gatherings and upcoming online events

U.S. Census Bureau Chart

Surveys and Statistics

Demographic data — and livability questions asked and answered

Livable Communities

Policy and Research

Resources from AARP Research, AARP Public Policy Institute and AARP International

About Livable Communities

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

Reach the team by email, follow us on Facebook and X

AARP State and Local Offices

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