Civic Participation and Employment
Better connect older adults to employment resources and opportunities
Social Participation
Create and promote a network of social engagement opportunities for older adults
Community Supports and Health
Optimize health and wellness in the community
Transportation
Improve older adults’ knowledge and access to cost effective transportation
Outdoor Spaces and Buildings
Improving accessibility of public areas
Age Friendly Accomplishments
Learn about the accomplishments of this project and view the original action plan.
Housing
To promote options that provide housing stability and preserve tenancy
Students Bring Joy to Project Independence
Recently Project Independence invited students from BCC’s occupational therapy program to engage with its participants.
Answering Common Questions About the COVID Vaccines
On June 8, the New Bedford Health Department hosted a virtual town hall to address some of the lingering questions about the COVID-19 vaccines.

