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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSan Rafael Age-Friendly Taskforce Update PPTSan Rafael City Council Age-Friendly San Rafael Context San Rafael Age-Friendly Task Force Members Chris Asimos, Caran Cuneo, Gail Gifford, Linda Jackson, Salamah Locks, Diana López, Patty McCulley, Susie Pollak, and Sparkie Spaeth Process In 2017, the San Rafael Age-Friendly Task Force in partnership with the City of San Rafael applied to become and became part of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities. In 2018, the Task Force received matching Grant Funds from the Marin County Department of Health and Human Services and the City of San Rafael to support the development of a strategic plan. In 2018 -2019, the Task Force completed key informant interviews with City of San Rafael officials and a survey of city residents. Next Steps –March –June 2020 Focus Groups Writing the Plan Key Informant Interviews Christopher Gray, Chief, San Rafael Fire Department Bill Guerin, Director of Public Works Susan Andrade-Wax, Director of Library & Recreation Diana Bishop, Chief, San Rafael Police Department Henry Bankhead, Assistant Library & Recreation Director, City Librarian Survey Results An Overview Do you own or rent your primary residence? 1%3% 37% 32% 25% 2% Live with others (family or friends) and they pay the rent or mortgage Other Own - With a mortgage Own - With no mortgage Rent What type of residence is your primary home? 2%1% 8% 57% 32% In-law or cottage unit Mobile home Other Single family home A multi-unit building such as a townhome, duplex, condo, coop or apartment If you plan to stay in your current home, do you think you will need changes to allow you to stay there as you age? 27% 43% 10% 18% 40% 52% 41% 83% 71% 34% 21% 16% 7% 11% 26% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Easier access into or inside home with ramp, chairlift, elevator or wider doorways Bathroom changes such as grab bars, handrails, a higher toilet or non-slip tiles Putting a bedroom or bathroom on the first floor Improving lighting Installing an emergency response system that notifies others in case of an emergency Yes No Don't know/Not sure If you were to consider moving, which of the following factors would impact your decision to move? 37% 46% 35% 61% 36% 39% 56% 61% 55% 46% 59% 30% 61% 54% 37% 27% 8% 8% 5% 9% 4% 8% 7% 12% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Needing a different size home Needing a less expensive home Concerns about personal safety or security Looking for a home that will support independent living as you age Wanting to be closer to family Needing more or better access to public transportation Looking for an area with a lower cost of living overall Wanting to stay in San Rafael Influencing factor Not a factor Not sure How do you get around for things like shopping, visiting the doctor, running errands or socializing? 413 52 160 34 57 61 23 180 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 Count In the past year, how many times have you fallen down? Response Count Percentage I have not fallen 325 70.65% Once or twice 108 23.48% More than twice 27 5.87% Total 460 100% 71% 23% 6% I have not fallen Once or twice More than twice Are you aware of specialized ride services for seniors from organizations like San Rafael Village, Whistlestop, CarePool, Cancer Association, or Marin Access? Response Count Percent age No, I am not aware of ride services for seniors 43 9.86% Yes, I am aware of one or more but don't know how to use one 75 17.20% Yes, I am aware of one or more but they don't meet my needs 29 6.65% Yes, I am aware of one or more of them and would use them if needed.289 66.28% Total 436 100.00% •Are you aware of specialized ride services for seniors from organizations like San Rafael Village,? 10% 17% 7% 66% No, I am not aware of ride services for seniors Yes, I am aware of one or more but don't know how to use one Yes, I am aware of one or more but they don't meet my needs Yes, I am aware of one or more of them and would use them if needed. In the past twelve months have you: 234 81 103 185 201 78 272 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 Attended a community-sponsored event? Attended or watched a City Council meeting? Wished you had more contact/things to do with other people? Participated in a club or civic organization? Volunteered in the community? Participated in social or civic activities through a church or faith community? Visited a San Rafael Park?Count Where do you typically go for continuing education or self- improvement classes and workshops in your community? 180 40 57 70 34 117 17 56 128 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 Count How important do you think it is to have the following in your community? 57% 43% 23% 47% 41% 56% 43% 34% 43% 52% 42% 37% 48% 37% 38% 41% 36% 40% 44% 43% 37% 42% 6% 8% 22% 15% 15% 6% 9% 17% 11% 8% 12% 17% 7% 6% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Conveniently located entertainment venues Activities specifically for older adults Activities specifically for LGBTQ older adults Activities, restaurants, and stores that offer senior discounts Activities mixing younger and older people Clear publicity about social activities Diverse cultural activities for diverse populations Local schools that involve older adults Social clubs such as for books, gardening , crafts, or hobbies Volunteer activities Opportunities for older adults to participate on community councils and committees Very important Somewhat Important Not Very Important Not At All Important Which of the following best describes your current employment status? 12% 8% 10% 11% 2% 54% 3% Self-employed, part-time Self-employed, full-time Employed, part-time Employed, full-time Unemployed, but looking for work Retired, not working at all Not in the labor force for other reasons (e.g.: health or disability) If you are looking for work, how likely is it that you will work for as long as possible rather than choosing to retire? 24% 14% 28% 34% Not at all likely Not very likely Very likely Extremely likely Where would you turn if you, a family member or friend needed information about older adult services such as caregiving, home delivered meals, home repair, medical transportation or social activities? 231 117 265 133 79 290 127 133 196 27 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 Count How important are the following to you? 75% 48% 80% 91% 54% 44% 25% 52% 20% 9% 46% 56% Access to community information in one single source Access to community information with large print and easy to read Somewhere to call for community information that is easy to use An internet resource for community information that is easy to use Free access to computers and the internet in public places such as the library or… Community information that is available in a number of different languages Important Not important What is your age as of your last birthday? 38% 41% 18% 3% 60-69 70-79 80-89 90-99 Do you or your partner have any disability, handicap, or chronic disease that keeps you or your partner from participating in work, housework or other activities? 3% 16% 5% 76% Yes, both my partner and I do Yes, I do Yes, my partner does No What would you estimate your household income was before taxes last year? 1% 5% 9% 8% 16% 16% 20% 25% What would you estimate your household income was before taxes last year? Less than $10,000 $10,000 to $19,999 $20,000 to $29,999 $30,000 to $49,999 $50,000 to $74,999 $75,000 to $99,999 $100,000 to $149,999 $150,000 or more Thank you!