Front Porch Communities & Services

10/12/2026

Fitch Ratings has affirmed our A rating. They note that "The 'A' rating reflects Front Porch's sound financial performance, good demand indicators and sizable market position."
Learn more at https://ow.ly/cmVF50ZX0ey.

10/09/2026

Walnut Village Retirement Community residents and team members put a high-tech twist on the traditional scavenger hunt, discovering hilariously absurd AI-enhanced items... featuring themselves! 🤖🤣

10/05/2026

What can penguins teach us about the benefits of aging in community? 🐧Apparently, a lot! Check out this fascinating article from LeadingAge LTSS Center at UMass Boston.

Older humans and older penguins have more in common than you might think. Here are five lessons these flightless seabirds can teach us about aging well in community.

10/02/2026

Prost! Sunny View, Vista del Monte and St. Paul's Towers kicked off Oktoberfest with music, dancing, feasting and, of course, plenty of cheer.

10/01/2026

Wonderful to see the Front Porch Creative Spark team sparking joy and creative connection in affordable housing communities!

Share Your Spark! Creative Spark Program Manager Veronicah Cohen led a movement warm-up to open the Thome Aging Well Innovation Grantee Learning Exchange hosted by Enterprise Community Partners. Innovators gathered to reflect and connect; strengthen relationships and experience peer learning through networking and shared stories.

09/30/2026

Happy International Podcast Day!🎙️🎧

Almost a year ago, we launched The Front Porch Podcast, joining a global community of innovative storytellers—many of whom, like us, are dedicated to celebrating and amplifying underrepresented voices and perspectives.

Thank you to our incredible residents and team members for opening up and sharing their stories and experiences. Thank you to our tiny—but mighty—in-house production team for pouring their hearts into this project while balancing many other responsibilities. And thank you to our listeners for tuning in and spreading the word!

Do you have a favorite podcast that features an underrepresented community? We’d love to hear about it! Please share in the comments below.

09/29/2026

🎙️We’re excited to share that The Front Porch Podcast is a finalist in the Signal Awards—and is up for a Listener’s Choice Award.🎧🏆 If you’ve been tuning in and enjoying the podcast, we’d be grateful for your vote!

https://ow.ly/tTsT50ZSUAN

The Signal Awards is mission-focused on uplifting the podcast medium by recognizing the most potent, meaningful and unprecedented audio projects being made today.

09/29/2026

🎙️Well Connected’s Melisa Mottola was featured guest on a recent episode of Live from the Heartland! Tune in for this thoughtful conversation about reducing isolation and fostering social connection—and learn more about Well Connected, a free, nationwide phone and online community for adults 60+ to engage in social, educational and supportive activities from home.

Michael James and co-host Euan Hague discuss creating community and...

09/25/2026

St. Paul Towers residents enjoyed an incredible Folklórico dance performance in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! Let's come together to honor the rich history, cultures and remarkable contributions of the Latinx community. Happy Hispanic Heritage Month from all of us at Front Porch!