Livable Communities Policy

The AARP Public Policy Institute focuses on issues of critical importance as we age. Read research, analysis, background and commentary on Livable Communities.

April 23, 2025 · 1 min · 91 words · Michael Padilla

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Older adults need transportation to the places and services that support their independence.

It also includes emerging work on the linkage between health and community environments.

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