AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities Resources

Once a community enrolls in the age-friendly network, it gains exclusive access to an array of resources designed to support the creation of an age-friendly environment. This includes a members-only platform, a comprehensive toolbox, and a detailed guidebook. These resources offer networking opportunities, a calendar of events, an extensive library, and thorough support to assist communities in meeting the network's criteria. The tools encompass various facets of building an age-friendly community, including how to:

• Develop Leadership Teams: Form a robust and dedicated coalition of partners, such as local government, nonprofits, businesses and residents. This team will lead the age-friendly initiative in the community.

• Conduct a Community Assessment: Evaluate the community's strengths and areas for improvement in relation to the 8 Domains of Livability.

• Develop Priorities: Use the findings from the community assessment to focus on key areas. Set practical and achievable goals for the community.

• Create and Implement an Action Plan: Draft a strategic plan detailing the actions the community will take to address its priorities. Ensure effective execution and monitoring of this plan.

Download a 2-page introductory flyer about the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities.

AARP Resources

• AARP.org/Livable
  
• AARP Public Policy Institute
• AARP Research
• The AARP Policy Book
  
• The 8 Domains of Livability
  
• Age-Friendly Network Training Videos for Community Representatives

Representatives from all member communities or interested communities are encouraged to subscribe to the free, weekly, award-winning AARP Livable Communities e-Newsletter.

AARP Livable Communities Resources

• Visit our archive for more materials, including publications and presentations from our past workshops and conferences.