October 4, 2020 11:55 am
Published by Ashley Preston
Salem for All Ages is about more than just supporting Salem’s older adults. It is about empowering all Salem residents to make our city resilient today and into the future. Throughout the history of urban development people have evolved with our cities. We have optimized complex variables to create a habitat for ourselves. Chuck Marohn of the organization Strong Towns...
September 1, 2020 6:22 pm
Published by Ashley Preston
The City of Salem’s Council on Aging, Salem for All Ages initiative, and Salem Police Department are now offering the “Are You OK?” program for Salem seniors. If you are a Salem senior who lives alone or you are the adult child of a Salem senior who lives alone, “Are You OK?” is a free program that places a daily...
January 4, 2019 10:28 am
Published by Ashley Preston
“Over the last two years, Salem has taken tremendous strides to encourage active aging, provide opportunities for good health, inclusion and security, and to become even more a place that improves the quality of life for all people as they age. While the opening of the greatly anticipated Mayor Jean Levesque Community Life Center was certainly the most visible accomplishment...
November 14, 2018 2:54 pm
Published by Ashley Preston
Boston Globe: Salem recently made it easier for its older residents to find local services and activities geared to their needs. Click here to read the full article on bostonglobe.com
November 14, 2018 8:56 am
Published by Ashley Preston
“When Salem resident Patricia Zaido learned about the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, she knew she wanted her city to be a part of it…” Click here to read the full article on AARP Massachusetts