Our Impact
To achieve our vision that “Edmonton is a community that values, respects and actively supports the safety, diversity and wellbeing of seniors”, we strive for impact in the following areas:
- Seniors are engaged, participating, and contributing to their communities.
- Seniors are safe and well in their home and communities.
- Seniors are respected and included.
- Seniors have access to the programs, services, and resources they need.
Practically speaking, examples of this would include:
- Improved public consultation procedures so seniors can be involved in civic life
- Accessible and affordable aging-in-place services available across Edmonton
- Outreach services for isolated or at-risk senior
- Design guidelines for the construction of age-friendly buildings and outdoor spaces
In order to do the work, Age Friendly Edmonton works in partnership with organizations and individuals who have formed working groups focused on the key areas identified in the Vision for an Age Friendly Edmonton Action Plan.
Communication & Information
Goals
- Seniors and those who support them easily access the information they need when required.
Projects and Resources
Seniors Information Phone Line
Age Friendly Communication: Facts, Tips and Ideas
Community Support Services
Goals
- Community support services are inclusive and responsive in meeting the needs of seniors
- The community is engaged in meeting the needs of seniors
Projects and Resources
Health Services
Goals
- Comprehensive health services address cultural and language barriers and are available, timely, appropriate and easily accessible to help seniors remain in their community
- Seniors have methods of obtaining education, knowledge and skills that are critical for them to support their own health
- Information and technology are available to support seniors in managing their own health needs
Projects and Resources
Healthy Aging Info Series
Healthy Aging Information Series
Healthy Aging Presenter Evaluation
Housing
Goals
- There are a range of age-friendly housing options, from single-family homes to congregate living, available to seniors
- Promote and/or develop resources to inform seniors and their families about their housing options
Projects and Resources
Goal 2: Seniors are informed about the range of housing options available.
Action 1: Promote and/or develop resources to inform seniors and their families about their housing options.
Current Projects:
- Home for Life - resources, guidelines, website
- Support seniors housing in surplus school sites
- Seniors housing workshops
- Fire safety education and building code improvements
Outdoor Spaces & Buildings
Goals
- Parks, outdoor spaces, communities and buildings are designed to be age-friendly
- Parks, outdoor spaces, communities, walkways and buildings are maintained to ensure on-going access by seniors
Participation, Volunteerism & Employment
Goals
- Seniors have a voice in decisions that affect their community
- Seniors are valued as employees and volunteers
Projects and Resources
Employing Older Workers Promising Practices
Respect & Social Inclusion
Goals
- Seniors are treated with respect
- Seniors have opportunities to participate in, and be engaged by, their communities
Projects and Resources
Ageism, Respect and Inclusion of Older Adults research
Social & Recreational Participation
Goals
- Seniors have access to a wide array of affordable and personally relevant activities
- Opportunities for social engagement and recreation are inclusive and welcome diversity
Projects and Resources
Older Adults Needs Assessment - Highlights
Older Adults Needs Assessment - Full Report
Promising Practices (summary report)
Promising Practices: Comparable Cities Profiles Resource Kit
Transportation
Goals
- Seniors have access to a range of appropriate transportation services that are available, acceptable, accessible, adaptable and affordable
- Senior drivers are supported to ensure safety of themselves and others
Projects and Resources
- Driving and Beyond workshops
- Bus Buddies
- Age Friendly Taxi Drivers
- Transportation Information Hubs
- Transportation for Seniors
For More Information
City of Edmonton Senior's Team
| Telephone | 780-496-7898 |
|---|---|
| agefriendly@edmonton.ca |
Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council
| Telephone | 780-423-5635 |
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| executivedirector@seniorscouncil.net |
