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Approximately one in 10 older adults — roughly five million — have some form of dementia. This November, during Alzheimer's Awareness Month, learn about the challenges facing older adults and how planners can help ensure communities are safer and easier to navigate for all. Get policy, design, and programmatic recommendations in this PAS Memo. |
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Built Environment
Age-friendly design
How does the built environment impact the quality of the aging experience? Learn more about the aging challenge and get suggestions for designing aging friendly communities in this PAS QuickNotes. |
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Aging
Livable rural communities
Even modest efforts from volunteers and their partner organizations can make rural communities more livable for older residents. Learn about AARP's eight domains of livability and how it is guiding communities across the country to expand options for aging populations. |
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Native American Heritage Month
Healing the community
For the first time in U.S. history, a local municipality has returned stolen Native land without an accompanying sale or lawsuit. Learn how the Wiyot Tribe is using planning to start the healing process and redefine their community. |
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National Planning Conference 2022
Proposals due December 1
Share your unique outlook and knowledge with the planning community virtually or in San Diego. Select the session type and preferred delivery method for your session's content — from a 5-minute speed share to a 90-minute solutioning workshop. Submitters will be notified in February. Or sign-up to volunteer as a proposal reviewer to help select sessions for the NPC22 program. Deadline is December 1. |
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November 30: Final opportunity to comment on the Planning Accreditation Board's proposed amendment to its Accreditation Standards.
December 10: Share your thoughts on how digital disruption may impact urban planning. Complete this 15-minute survey from the University of New South Wales and supported by the Global Planners Network, of which APA is a member.
December 31: End of CM reporting period for AICP members. Check individual CM status in your CM Log (login required). |
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APA's Jobs Online actively connects you to career opportunities within the profession in areas including transportation, hazard mitigation, economic development, community development, comprehensive planning, and communications and engagement. |
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APA's Consultants Online hosts Requests for Proposals and Requests for Qualifications from across the country as a free service to consultants and those seeking their services.
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