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AARP Livable Communities

Information and inspiration for local leaders — so communities can be livable for people of all ages

Find articles, interviews, slideshows and more through our subject-specific collections

AARP and Livability

A screenshot of the AARP Livable Communities interactive map

AARP Livable Map

See where and how AARP is helping communities become more livable

AARP Livable Communities Publications

Print and Online Publications

Award-winning (free!) how-to resources for local leaders and involved residents

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AARP Livability Index

Use an address, city, state or zip code to find a community's livability score

Next-Door Neighbors, Front Porches, Livable Communities

Livability Library

Visit our subject-based collections and archive of content from AARP Livable Communities

Housing

Front and back covers of the AARP HomeFit Guide

Aging in Place

A smartly designed home can be a great fit for residents of all ages and life stages

Accessory Dwelling Units

Accessory Dwelling Units

ADUs can expand housing options for people of all ages

Missing Middle Streetscape

Missing Middle Housing

These mid-sized homes in walkable places are making a needed comeback

The Levey Family of Levittown, Long Island, New York.

More About Housing

Examples of programs, solutions, trends and housing options

Getting Around

An example of a Complete Street

Transportation Options

Learn about Complete Streets, ride-sharing and other transportation programs and services

The front and back covers of the AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit

Walkability

Safe streets and sidewalks benefit people of all ages

Illustration of 15 types of bicycles

Bicycling

Bike-friendly roadways make streets safer for all users

AARP

AARP Driver Safety

Classes and resources for keeping drivers and passengers safe

Services and Connections

Nine members of the acting troupe pose for a group portrait

Community Engagement

Examples of community outreach, cooperation and partnerships

Equality v Equity

Community Diversity

Eliminating disparities in order to fairly serve all residents

AARP Disaster Resilience Tool Kit

Community Resilience

Resilient communities can reduce risks and better protect all residents

Illustrated, aerial view of a townscape

AARP Local Solutions Collection

These communities made positive change for people of all ages with help from AARP

Community Spaces

An illustration of the Cut Bank City Bark Park site plan, a dog at a fire hydrant, and a woman poses with pine tree plants

Public Places

People need safe and accessible places for getting out and about

An alleyway transformation in Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Placemaking

Learn about demonstration and pop-up projects for creating gathering spaces

6 circular icons showing illustrations representing terms used in zoning and land use planning

Land Use and Zoning

Land use and zoning changes can hellp communities revitalize and thrive

Route 424 South, Maryland

Rural Livability

Supporting people of all ages in small communities and remote places

Insights, Examples and Solutions

Livable Lessons Instructors

Livable Lessons

Practitioners share their expertise about housing, mobility and more

Some Men's Sheds have female members as well

Inspiring Examples

A look at successful solutions, demonstration projects and more

10 Tips To Help Businesses Engage With Kupuna

Economic Efforts

Livability work can benefit people, places and businesses and more

Illustrated, aerial view of a townscape

Local Solutions Collection

These communities made positive change for people of all ages with help from AARP

Events and Related Resources

Attendees at the 2017 AARP Livable Communities pose with a mariachi band in the Trinity Groves area of Dallas, Texas

Workshops

Learn about our past gatherings and upcoming online events

U.S. Census Bureau Chart

Surveys and Statistics

Demographic data — and livability questions asked and answered

Livable Communities

Policy and Research

From AARP Research, the AARP Public Policy Institute and AARP International

Learn More and Get in Touch

Is Your Community Livable for People of All Ages

About

Learn about the initiative and why AARP is working locally — nationwide

Local Offices

AARP has offices in every state, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and D.C.

How to Use AARP.org/Livable

AARP.org/Livable

Visiting our wesbite for the first time? Here are some tips

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