{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"KMOJCast","title":"07-02-26 Jay Haapala, Asso. State Director of Community Engagement at AARP MN, talks with Chantel Sings about AARP’s 2026 Community Challenge grants and how innovative projects across Minnesota are making communities more livable for people of all ages","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/4ac0ba33\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":491,"description":"On the KMOJ Morning Show, Jay Haapala joins Chantel Sings to discuss AARP Minnesota’s 2026 Community Challenge grants, which are supporting 18 projects across the state that improve quality of life and help communities become more livable for residents of all ages. He highlights initiatives ranging from technology training for older adults and innovative home-sharing programs to safer streets, improved public spaces, transportation assistance, and accessibility enhancements. Haapala explains how small investments can spark lasting community change and encourages local organizations to explore ideas that can be replicated in communities throughout Minnesota. The conversation also emphasizes AARP’s decade-long commitment to helping people live independently, stay connected, and thrive as they age.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/zs4eviQ3HE8Pq7ghnmLeQTdy2xaSHm6CKQRTDAMtL7g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzEyODEzLzE1OTYw/NjI0NDctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}