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  • Steps toward age-friendliness in West Sacramento

    Courtney McNaull

    December 13, 2018 |

    Richland Source |

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    Response Location: United States, Sacramento, California

    As part of a larger effort to make the city of West Sacramento more friendly to their aging population, an on-demand ride-sharing app was developed to make transportation more accessible for seniors who cannot easily use public transportation. The response has been overwhelming, and the project will soon be able to support itself financially. The city is also using another app to help connect seniors with volunteer opportunities that make use of their skills, which was something else they learned was desired by doing focus groups.

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  • Seniors Take Manhattan

    Debra Bruno

    January 13, 2015 |

    Politico |

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    Over 3000 Words

    Response Location: United States, New York, New York

    Cities tend to be dangerous and difficult places to live for older residents. A private public partnership in New York is catering to seniors through small changes in the city such as para-transit options and seniors-only hours at public establishments.

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