Access Design

Nice solution for access with other station improvements.

The new Sheepscot platform is complete. Brendan and his crew of Joe, Stewart and Zack spent most of this week finishing the wheelchair ramp and railings. A few things remain to be decided including: new lighting for the north end of the platform, lights for the east / back walkway and wheelchair ramp area plus roofing over part of the wide section of the platform.

More good things indeed.
Thank you for offering families options to be engaged with your new space and exotic animals.

Thank you Walker Memorial Library for getting these resources and sharing them with the community to get excited for the eclipse!

Yesterday was . Public toilets are critical for community inclusion. Check out this article, "Toilet Tourism." https://environmentonthemove.wordpress.com/2023/11/19/toilet-tourism/

We are excited to announce Taciana Ribeiro Saab as our new ADA Director. Her leadership and collaborative efforts aim to understand perspectives around disability, awareness of civil rights under the ADA, and improved methods of sharing tools.

We look forward to the positive impact Taciana will undoubtedly bring to the New England ADA Center, reinforcing our commitment to intersectionality and equity. https://www.humancentereddesign.org/news-events/welcome-taciana-ribeiro-saab-our-new-ada-director

Age-Friendly Businesses, Arts and Culture A conversation from the 2023 AARP Livable Communities Economic Development Workshop

Thank you AARP Livable Communities.

Age-Friendly Businesses, Arts and Culture A conversation from the 2023 AARP Livable Communities Economic Development Workshop

Thank you AARP Livable Communities for this video about Age Friendly Portland.

Age-Friendly Businesses, Arts and Culture A conversation from the 2023 AARP Livable Communities Economic Development Workshop

Here's the flyer for our "Visit Goat Hill" event coming up on Saturday, November 4th at 12:30 p.m. We thank AARP for funding for the benches and improvements to the parking area. We will have volunteers available along the trail to answer questions and lend a hand if needed.

A blind person’s experience navigating Greater Portland’s transportation system Listen to this episode from Let's Connect on Spotify. Sadie Donnell (blind Gorham resident) talks with Kevin Jensen (Gorham Economic Development Director) about the challenges people with disabilities face when navigating our region’s transportation system.

Bangor veteran receives new smart home The home is mortgage-free and donated by Tunnels to Towers Foundation.