Town of Concord Age-friendly Businesses Project

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Town of Concord Age-friendly Businesses Project

MAPC is working with the Town of Concord on an age-friendly businesses project to increase inclusivity for older people in Concord's businesses and business districts.

A survey conducted by MAPC with almost 300 respondents - all of whom are older residents of Concord - identified the need for age-friendly benches in Concord's commercial areas.

Following the survey in summer 2024, Concord won a $27,000 grant from the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism to install age-friendly benches in and around Concord Center!

Project staff will continue to engage with Concord businesses to identify age-friendly business practices such as quiet areas in restaurants, handrails on steps, and seating near building entrances. 

Questions?

If you have questions or would like to work with MAPC on an economic development engagement, please contact:
Angela Brown, Chief of Economic Development
[email protected] 

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