The following is a submission from the City of Santa Monica.
he city of Santa Monica opened applications today for the new Aging and Disability Action Plan Advisory Committee, inviting community members to help address the current, emerging and future needs of the city’s older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers.
The advisory committee will guide the development of the city’s first-ever Aging and Disability Action Plan, reviewing existing community data, informing a community needs assessment, and selecting the action plan’s strategic priorities. Those who represent older adults, people with disabilities, caregivers, industry professionals, and individuals from a diversity of backgrounds are encouraged to apply
Community members interested in applying can also attend any of the five outreach events planned throughout September to learn more. Click here for the dates and locations of the events.
Applications are due by noon on Oct. 7, 2024, and can be submitted online or over the phone by calling (310) 458-2200 x 5771.
“With almost 20 percent of our community over 65 years of age, the Aging and Disability Action Plan will guide our city in ensuring that community members of all ages and abilities can thrive,” said Mayor Phil Brock. “I encourage anyone interested in contributing to the diversity of our community, to get involved and apply to join the Aging and Disability Action Plan Advisory Committee.”
As part of the development of the Aging and Disability Plan, the city of Santa Monica has joined the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, securing a national designation as an age-friendly community.
As a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, Santa Monica commits to identifying the challenges of its aging population and identifying policy and programmatic solutions that will improve the quality of life for all ages in the city – in collaboration with residents and community partners.
The AARP network provides the city access to national and global research, community networks, planning models and best practices to improve livability for all ages and abilities.
“AARP California applauds the city of Santa Monica for joining AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities,” said Nancy McPherson, AARP California state director. “By achieving this national designation, the city of Santa Monica’s leadership has committed to improving community livability for people of all ages. We look forward to working with city leadership to make Santa Monica an even better place to live, work, play and age in place.”
The Aging and Disability Action Plan advances the city’s strategic priority of Justice, Equity & Inclusion.
To learn more about the city’s Aging and Disability Action Plan and ways to get involved, click here or call (310) 458-2200 x 5771.
