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A Healthy Community Perspective on Aging Well APHA Annual Meeting and Exposition Washington, DC November 7, 2007 Joan M. Twiss Executive Director Center for Civic Partnerships Tanya Kleinman Assistant Director

Part of the Public Health Institute Focus Community building Organizational development Funding Government Foundations Fee-for-Service

A Program of the Center for Civic Partnerships Established in 1987 – 1st U.S. program Educational campaign, local assistance grants & technical assistance Over 70 cities and communities to date

60 Years + as Percentage of the Population 16% 23% Year 2010 Year 2030 6,410,759 Californian’s 60+ 10,982,518 Californian’s 60+ Californian’s 60+ Source: California Department of Finance: www.dof.ca.gov/html/demograp/reportspapers/projections/p3/documents/california%20.xls

Percentage Increase by County All but 5 California counties, (including rural, suburban and urban), will see their older population (age 60+) grow by more than 50% (1990-2020) Source: California Department of Aging. http://www.aging.state.ca.us/html/stats/map_narrative_2.html

Funding: The California Wellness Foundation, October 2004 Objective By September 30, 2006, develop and disseminate a planning brief for 5,000 policymakers and opinion leaders to promote programs and policies to improve the health of older Californians. Funding: The California Wellness Foundation, October 2004

In-depth interviews with leaders - foundations - national associations Research Literature Review In-depth interviews with leaders - foundations - national associations - innovative aging programs

Identify promising community-based strategies Development Phase I Identify promising community-based strategies Develop a framework of 6 domains (based on municipal responsibilities) Construct a tool for rating strategies and providing commentary Involve local/state practitioners from a variety of fields for review and critique

Development Tool

Development Phase II Review, critique and provide feedback on entire document, including case studies, strategies, etc. Involved national / state content experts and local policy makers and administrators

Healthy Community Strategies for Aging Well – Six Domains Varied Housing Options Transportation Employment Lifelong Learning Community Involvement Supportive Services © from A Healthy Community Perspective on Aging Well: New Ideas for an Older California (2006).

Over 9,700 copies distributed to date Distribution Over 9,700 copies distributed to date Available through our website (10,950 hits to date) Diverse sectors and groups including public health groups, elected and appointed local government officials, the Governor (and his cabinet), the California Legislature, non-profits, state and national aging organizations, California Congressional delegation

Strategies Support Services Provide recreational opportunities and fitness programs (all skill levels and abilities) Transportation Promote safe, alternative transportation methods beyond the personal automobile (e.g. bicycling, walking, neighborhood electric vehicles)

Support Services – Promising Practice Mather Café Plus – Chicago, IL Attractive storefront cafes in 5 Chicago neighborhoods Reasonably-priced food Exercise programs, computer classes, medical assistance, financial counseling, and roommate matching services Photo credit: Mike Kelley, Design credit: Wheeler Kearns Architects

Sent to the California Healthy Cities and Communities Network Solicited RFA Sent to the California Healthy Cities and Communities Network 1 year of funding; 2 additional years based on performance California Healthy Cities and Communities Program Center for Civic Partnerships Healthy Cities Preparing For An Aging Population Solicited Request for Applications November 1, 2006 Grant funding period: January 15, 2007 – January 15, 2008 Applications Due: 4:00 p.m., December 8, 2006

City of Selma 13 mi. sphere of influence) Located in Fresno County, Central Valley (4.3 sq. mi./ 13 mi. sphere of influence) Estimated 2006 Population: 22,7101 Median Age: 28.4 years Older Adults (65+): 10.3% CA Median Household Income: $53,629 Ethnic Diversity: – 44% Caucasian – 1% Black/African American – 2% American Indian/Alaska Native – 3% Asian/Pacific Islander – 50% Other/Multi-Race – 72% Hispanic or Latino (any race) 1Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2006 Population Estimates, Census 2000, 1990 Census

City of Selma Goals: Identify the housing, transportation, health, and service needs of older adults Strategies: Surveying current and “future” older adults to plan for changing interests and present findings to the City Council. 2. Identify successful models in other cities (via site visits / assessments of facilities, housing, and transportation options).

Established a Senior Advisory Committee to guide the City of Selma Accomplishments Established a Senior Advisory Committee to guide the assessment and planning 2. Survey developed through collaborative efforts 3. 5,400 surveys mailed, 800 returned as of 10/9/07 (expect 850)

City of Citrus Heights Estimated 2006 Population: 84,7512 Located in Sacramento County (14.3 sq. mi.) Estimated 2006 Population: 84,7512 Median Age: 36.3 Older Adults (65+): 13.6% Median Household Income: $54,881 Ethnic Diversity: – 83% Caucasian – 6% Black/African American – 1% American Indian/Alaska Native – 5% Asian/Pacific Islander – 6% Other/Multi-Race – 10% Hispanic or Latino (any race) 2Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2006 American Community Survey

City of Citrus Heights Goals: Increase participation of mobility challenged older adults in transportation policy, i.e., pedestrian and bicycle master planning. Strategies: 1. Conduct a survey to identify walkable community characteristics, opportunities, and challenges. 2. Conduct 5 neighborhood field trips to assess accessibility 3. Neighborhood ride audits will be conducted 4. Engage at least 25 older adults and others to participate in master planning efforts

City of Citrus Heights Accomplishments: Significant public participation in stakeholder groups (individuals, neighbors, city-wide) Media coverage at 3 events 250 surveys turned in (mid October, 2007) 35 older adults engaged in long-term planning efforts to date. Steering committee members attend and facilitate neighborhood meetings. Neighborhood leaders host the meetings and lead the neighborhood in field trips. Due to project outreach, residents are reporting a higher volume of code violations and safety concerns.

Learning from grantee communities what moves this work higher on Next Up Learning from grantee communities what moves this work higher on municipal agenda Developing a “turn-key” process to facilitate action

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