Improving Walkability for Seniors in Upham’s Corner (2025)

Project Abstract
In the Dorchester neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts, lies the bustling neighborhood of Upham’s Corner. In this project, our team evaluated walkability for seniors in Upham’s Corner and surrounding neighborhoods using a walk audit tool. Additionally, we orchestrated a focus group with local senior advocates to understand their motivations and barriers to walkability. Through this research, we found that although seniors value walking for their contribution to their quality of life, a lack of safety and poor infrastructure maintenance deters them. This report evaluates the walkability of Upham’s Corner, incorporates community feedback from local senior advocates, and presents our recommendations for potential improvements.