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06 30 2016 Age Friendly Community Committee AgendaA T�t�,t� f Proud Herit(ge, Exciting Future Page Township of Oro-Medonte Age Friendly Community Committee Meeting Agenda Council Chambers Thursday, June 30, 2016 TIME: 10:00 a.m. 1. Agenda Approval: a) Motion to Approve the Agenda. 2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest: 3. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting: 2 - 4 a) Minutes of Age Friendly Community Committee meeting held on Thursday, May 5, 2016. 4. Deputations: None. 5. Reports: 5-45 a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications Inc., re: Data from Surveys and Focus Groups. 6. Communications: None. 7. Next Meeting Date: To be determined. 8. Adjournment: a) Motion to Adjourn. Page 1 of 45 3.a) Minutes of Age Friendly Community Committee meeting hel... Township of Prond Heritnge, Exciting Future Thursday, May 5, 2016 The Township of Oro-Medonte Age Friendly Community Committee Council Chambers 2014-2018 Council Time: 10:07 a.m. Present: Mayor H.S. Hughes Councillor Barbara Coutanche Carolyn Jones, Public Health Nurse, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit Dawn Davidson, Administrative Lead, Huronia Nurse Practitioner - Led Clinic, Co -Chair Wynne Fitz -Gerald Ruth Fountain Doug Humphries Staff Present: Donna Hewitt, Director, Corporate and Strategic Initiatives; Marie Brissette, Executive Assistant Mayor & Council/Special Projects Coordinator; Adrianna Spinosa, Intermediate Planner; Emma Dickson and Chantal Carey, Public Interest Strategy & Communications Regrets: Christina Sanford Also Present: None. 1. Adoption of Agenda: a) Motion to Adopt the Agenda. Motion No. AFCC160505-1 Moved by Fountain, Seconded by Coutanche It is recommended that the Age -Friendly Community Committee agenda for the meeting held on Thursday, May 5, 2016 be adopted. Carried. 2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest: None declared. Page 1 of 3 Page 2 of 45 3.a) Minutes of Age Friendly Community Committee meeting hel... Minutes of the Age Friendly Community Committee — Thursday, May 5, 2016 3. Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting: a) Minutes of Age -Friendly Community Committee meeting held on Thursday, March 10, 2016. Motion No. AFCC160505-2 Moved by Humphries, Seconded by Fitz -Gerald It is recommended that the draft minutes of the Age Friendly Community Committee meeting held on Thursday, March 10, 2016 be adopted as presented. Carried. 4. Deputations: None. 5. Reports: a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications, re: Focus Group Meetings. Motion No. AFCC160505-3 Moved by Fountain, Seconded by Jones It is recommended that the information presented by Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications, re: Survey Preliminary Results be received. Carried. b) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications, re: Survey Preliminary Results. Motion No. AFCC160505-4 Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Fitz -Gerald It is recommended that the information presented by Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications, re: Survey Preliminary Results be received. Carried. Page 2 of 3 Page 3 of 45 3.a) Minutes of Age Friendly Community Committee meeting hel... Minutes of the Age Friendly Community Committee — Thursday, May 5, 2016 6. Communications: None. 7. Next Meeting Date: To be determined. 8. Adjournment: a) Motion to Adjourn. Motion No. AFCC160505-5 Moved by Fountain, Seconded by Jones It is recommended that we do now adjourn at 11:42 a.m. Dawn Davidson, Co -Chair Marie Brissette, Co -Chair Executive Assistant Mayor & Council/Special Project Coordinator Carried. Page 3 of 3 Page 4 of 45 Oro-Medonte Age Friendly Living Research Project Focus Group Qualitative Data Summary ,Z,wublic interest strategy & COmmun"rcattons ■o Focus Groups 0 11 0 0 Held 2 Focus Groups in the Township Represents the views of 15 participants M 3 Each Focus group explored the S dimensions of an v 0 age -friendly community Cn 0 Each interview was transcribed and recorded, and answers were analyzed thematically to identify the top issues raised by participants Cn 90 O 3 •ublicIntereSt 3 strategy & communic afians 2 ' 0 1 -o 4S. Cn Transportation Personal Vehicles Most Common Lack of public transit and taxi options M Carpooling and walking discussed 3 0 Anxiety exists over how to get around after 90 0 Ride Services People aware of Red Cross, Cancer Society etc. Cost a serious factor for many Cn -n Regional Dispersion' Resources spread out and difficult to travel to 0 3 sbategy • u bl is I nteret & a 3 ' 0 D 00 0 Cn ■o no Communication and Information Media Raised: •Township publications, • newspapers, • e -bulletins and e -newspapers (not radio) Internet: limited access but positive outlook Word of Mouth: Key community leaders, informal networks with dividing -lines • Highway 11 • 71" Line • ubl is hterest 4 strategy & cammunicatians M 3 v CD0 0 I Cn v 90 0 O v 0 1 in Q Cn Outdoor Spaces and Buildings Green Spaces: Generally accessible, though often not walking distance. v • Recommendations from respondents: Pave trails, build sidewalks, more benches and washrooms o Public Buildings: Improving in terms of accessibility • Concern: Requiring accessibility retrofits may be a s barrier for some businesses in private buildings Cn 90 0 • u bl is hterest sbaxw &,a 0. 0 S ■® ■ Social Participation Major Activities: Euchre and card games, exercise classes, local fair, farmers markets and fresh produce, m hiking and cross-country skiing v Participation: Passionate people to `get the ball rolling' • Have trouble finding spaces, and barriers such as insurance hamper these community members Cn Diminished activities and participation: loss of Cn community centre, wood carving, line dancing, 90 activities at Horseshoe Valley 0 • ublichtere t suatm & communications 6 ' 0 1 Respect and Social Inclusion Isolating Factors: • Distance and expense of traveling that distance M • Losing vehicles 0 •Small hamlets, farms versus towns 7 0 • Closing Churches • Challenges traveling between towns �. e -t 90 r� O E ublic ntere St sbatm &mun,cabom W 0 1 N O Cn Respect and Social Inclusion Neighbours: C, • Respect for seniors born out of local culture 3 v • Neighbours help to promote social inclusion 0 • Carpooling is common • Sense of respect for seniors (DI CD 90 O 3 • ubliclnteret 3 sbatM & tammunica#iarts n g v O 1 FIE Respect and Social Inclusion Newcomers to the Neighbourhood: , Neighbours are retirees from Oakville or E3 Brampton 77 in 0 • Come with `disposable cash' • Not as connected to the community Promote Community Cohesion: Block parties, Cn Fairs and celebrations suggested (0 1< 90 0 O 3 • u nc I nteres a 9 0 D -0 0 Employment Opportunities v M •Burl's creek, ski resorts, golf courses, gig work, concentrated in larger towns 0 Barriers • Discrimination against senior applicants I • Pensions can be complications that create a U) disadvantage for senior a licants pp 90 C)O • ubliclnterest 10 sb-&M & communications v 0 1 Employment Technology: Possible area for retraining of seniors, optimism expressed about potential of tech U) • Ability to increase font size • Easier to use and fairly intuitive Need to improve access to and quality of internet �MM 90 C)O 3 3 • ubltclnterest Suatew,�,,� 11 �' 00 S Cn w 0 Cn W Volunteering Disagreement: , v Opportunities are available: Lack of m v participation 0 lack of opportunities: can't find things to do Depends on core group: Culture learned from Cn parents and role -models able to drive have co 90 access to information0 0 3 M •ubltclnteresi� svamw & Cnrnmunicabons �. 12' 0 D o Housing Expense: properties to the south, properties in Cn W adult only communities are more expensive lack of appropriate stock: Homes tend to be too large,, too many floors ° Moving to towns: older adults that cannot manage their homes,, or do not want to are cn CD moving to towns 90 O 3 •ubliclnteres 13 Su� & mu�,i�o� �. v 0 1 DO 00 0 Health Services Available: Nurse practitioner, dentist, foot C, v care, massage therapy all mentioned 3 3 v Not Available: Difficult to find family doctor, 0N transportation remains a major barrier Services: Cancer Society, Helping Hands, Red Cross, Lions' Club, Women's InstituteCn , N Children's Aid co Noted that it was provincial jurisdiction o 3 ubliclnterest0 . 14 0 Priorities Communications: Access to information about C, services, information, social activities Expense and Mobility: Major barriers, concern about what to do after losing vehicles, need for improved access to public spaces Improve Internet: And access to internet Cn Recognition for Community Leaders: Block (0 90 parties, awards 0 03 • ubliclnteres � & COMMUNCAons �. 15 0 1 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Age -Friendly Survey Feedback There were 158 valid surveys completed by community members of the Township of Oro- Medonte. This is a strong sample size for the population of Oro-Medonte, which is 20,078. With this feedback, we can ensure that the results are 92% representative of the whole of the population of Oro-Medonte. In the following results, the percentage of survey respondents who responded either'Strongly agree' or'Somewhat agree' are represented. They are shown in the following manner: Percentage responding 'Strongly agree' or'Somewhat Colour agree 75%-100% 50%-75% 0%-50% Page 20 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Respect and Social Inclusion Respondents that Please tell us your opinion on the following 'Strongly agree' or statements: 'Somewhat agree' My local area is an ideal place for aging adults to live 76% Decisions made in the community take into account the 58% needs of aging adults There are enough opportunities to participate in o communitv life 73/o Aging adults are respected by the community and its 71% citizens The community values aging adults 62% There are enough opportunities to participate in spiritual 75% life As you think about your future, what are you % of most looking forward to? respondents Enjoying hobbies and interests 60% Travelling 44% Physical/Cultural activities 41% Volunteering 40% Social involvement 39% Increased time with loved ones 37% More free time in general 23% Continuing education/workshops 18% Self-directed learning 15% Taking up new hobbies 15% Sharinq life experiences/mentoring 5% 2 Page 21 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... As you think about your future, what are you Respondents worried most worried about? about this issue Declining physical health 60% Losing my independence 44% Difficulty getting around (transportation) 36% Financial concerns 31% Declining mental health 23% Moving into more suitable housing 23% Falling/getting injured 19% Aging alone 18% End of life care 15% No one to take care of me 11% Difficulty getting around (home) 7% Death 3% Other 5% Lack of healthcare services 2% No worries 2% Maintaining my home 1% 3 Page 22 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Outdoor Spaces and Buildings Please share your opinion on your satisfaction with public spaces in your area Respondents that were 'Very satisfied' or'Somewhat satisfied' Pedestrian crossings 46% Signs on streets 69% Lighting on paths/streets 54% Safety walking on streets 58% Number of parks/trails 74% Quality of parks/trails 74% Pet facilities in parks 35% Washrooms in public places 35% Lighting in parks 39% Maintenance of streets 48% Maintenance of parks 63% Available seating on streets 17% Available seating in parks 38% Available garbage cans in streets 38% Available garbage cans in parks 45% Snow removal on streets 68% Snow removal on sidewalks 53% Please share your satisfaction with buildings in your community Very satisfied' and 'Somewhat satisfied' respondents Number of parking spots 67% Number of accessible parking spaces 62% Availability of elevators, escalators, and ramps 44% Availability and accessibility of washrooms 45% Availability of accessible buildings; eg. ramps 47% Lighting 66% Ease of opening doors 51% Washrooms in public places 44% 4 Page 23 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Which areas of improvement would benefit you the most? % of respondents Snow and ice clearing on roads 34% Snow and ice clearing on sidewalks 33% More access to nature and trails 29% More lighting 28% More sidewalks 27% More accessible parking spots 25% More green spaces and parks 18% More accessible buildings and doors 13% Other 17% Nothing needs to be improved 5% 61 Page 24 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Transportation What is your level of mobility? Responses: 123 ■ 1 can walk unassistted I use a wheelchair or similar assistive device I use a cane or walker How important are the following factors to your ability to travel? Access to a vehicle you can drive Services and stores within walking distance Access to a friend/family who can drive and/or assist --- __ --_- -- Access to public transit Taxi services Access to community transportation services Was 'Very important' or 'Somewhat important' to respondents 91% 69% 63% 48% 43% 41% How do you get around the area? % of respondents Personal vehicle 93% Public Transit 2% Taxi 5% Friends/family drive 20% Scooter 1 % Bicycle 8% Walking 49% Community transportation services 2% 11 Page 25 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Other Boat How frequently do you travel these distances? Page 26 of 45 Less Less 2-4 About than than Almost times a once a once a once a daily week week week month Within walking distance of your home 35% 23% 12% 10% 21% In your local area (less than a 5-10 minute drive) 43% 36% 14% 4% 3% To other areas within Simcoe County (more than a 15 minute drive) 21% 36% 24% 12% 8% Out of the area (more than a 40 minute drive) 3% 8% 24% 30% 36% Page 26 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Housing Living situation 90 _. 80 70 60 ■ Roommate/friend/ other 50 40 Family member/ significant other 30 20 - 10 p Live alone Does not live alone Prefer not to say Type of housing Responses: 119 ■ Subsidized ■ Rented by you ■ Rented room by you Owned or rented by family ■ Owned by you Community living Page 27 of 45 8 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Which of the following types of housing would you benefit most from improvements? % of respondents Single-family dwelling 31% Duplex 6% Townhouse 19% Apartment 28% Mobile home 9% Granny flat 15% Retirement home 39% Nursing home 12% Other 10% Affordable housing 3% Sinqle level housinq 2% Responses Affordability and ability of housing to meet needs 3% ■ Meets my needs and I can afford it Meets my needs but I cannot afford it ■ Does not meet my needs and I cannot afford it Does not meet my needs but I can afford it Page 28 of 45 9 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... When considering a move, how important are the following factors? Respondents that said 'Extremely important' or'Very important' Ability to remain independent 96% Access to shopping (i.e. groceries, retail) 85% Affordability of housing 84% Have a home suitable to meet mobility/living needs 84% Be near health/medical services 79% Be near friends or family 76% Ease/convenience of moving 73% Be near social activities 66% Stay in the community I currently live in 63% Be near public transit 42% Making changes to the home to meet need of aging adults Responses: 114 Have not considered it, do not know where to get information about it ■ Have not considered it, but knows where to get information about it Have considered it, does not know where to get information about it ■ Have considered it, knows where to get information about it Page 29 of 45 10 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Employment and Civic Engagement Employment 100 90 80 c 70 - v -a c 60 CL LA a, 50 0 ■ Employed out of necessity 40 ■ Employed by choice 30 20 10 0Not employed Employed Status of employment 11 Page 30 of 45 Retirement and retirement planning 100 _ 90 — 80 70 0 60 CL H °J 50 Iff Has not planned for retirement 4- 0 40 ■ Planned for retirement E 30 -. ■ Retired z 20 10 0 Retired Not retired Status of retirement 11 Page 30 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... • 26% of respondents are looking to volunteer, and out of those looking to volunteer: Status of respondents who are looking for volunteer opportunities % of respondents I do not currently volunteer and am looking for opportunities 23% I volunteer 1-5 hours and am looking to volunteer more 55% I volunteer 6-10 hours and am looking to volunteer more 13% 1 volunteer 11-15 hours and am looking to volunteer more 10% • Only 30% said that they are actively engaged in the community's political process. Page 31 of 45 12 --------------------- Amount of volunteering 60 _____.__...______......_._._..._---------- ,.__.__......__,.._...._..._.__.__-_______...__-._.__ 50 50 42 �+ 40 c 0 0. LA 30 - 0 v 20 E 3 z 10 10 10 _._._.. 5 3 p__._.___ _------- I do not 1-5 hours 6-10 hours 11-15 hours 16-20 hours 21+ hours Prefer not volunteer to say Amount of hours volunteered • 26% of respondents are looking to volunteer, and out of those looking to volunteer: Status of respondents who are looking for volunteer opportunities % of respondents I do not currently volunteer and am looking for opportunities 23% I volunteer 1-5 hours and am looking to volunteer more 55% I volunteer 6-10 hours and am looking to volunteer more 13% 1 volunteer 11-15 hours and am looking to volunteer more 10% • Only 30% said that they are actively engaged in the community's political process. Page 31 of 45 12 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Social Participation How often do you see family and/or friends? 4% 6% ■ Daily ■ Weekly Monthly Annually Responses: 118 When you go out, what do you normally do? % of respondents Go shopping 89% Appointments 83% Visit friends/family 74% Go to a restaurant 71% Go for walks 64% Do banking 62% Sports/recreation 45% Go for short drive 44% Attend public events 41% Go to the library 35% Go to religious/spiritual services 26% Take a class 24% Play cards/bingo 21% 1 don't go out 0% Page 32 of 45 13 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Would you participate more if there were more social events in your area? 36% ■ Yes No Responses: 110 "Is there something in Oro-Medonte for those who do not play euchre?" What prevents you from socializing more? % of respondents Lack of information about events 24% Costs 22% Event scheduling 19% Lack of opportunities 14% Distance 12% Health 10% Lack of transportation 8% Mobility issues 8% Safety concerns 4% Other Not enough friends/shy Caregiving Grieving 6% 2% 1 % 1 % I'm happy with level of socializing 45% Page 33 of 45 14 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Communication and Information How informed do you feel on your local area? Responses: 121 2% Not informed ■ Slightly informed Very informed How do you learn about what is going on in your local area? % of respondents Word of mouth 74% Newspaper 74% Friends/family 57% Internet 51% Community/bulletin boards 40% Television 36% Radio 27% Mail 25% Social media 23% Brochures 21% Other Community newsletter Church 7% 3% 2% 15 Page 34 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Do you know about 211 services? How would you like to be informed about the local area? % of respondents Newspaper 65% Internet 63% Mail 49% Brochures 47% Community/bulletin boards 38% Television 36% Radio 27% Word of mouth 25% Social media 24% Friends/family 24% Other Email Community newsletter 5% 2% 2% Q: Page 35 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... • 4% of respondents said they do not have access to the internet How often do you use the internet? 1% 3/0 4% 0 Less than once a week About once a week 2-4 times a week ■ Daily Responses: 118 • 4 respondents said that they cannot access information in their language of choice. 17 Page 36 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Community Support and Health Services How would you say your mental health is? ■ Poor 17% ■ Fair Good Very good ■ Excellent 27% Responses: 120 How is your physical health? ■Poor a Fair Good 33% Very good 29% ■ Excellent Responses: 121 18 Page 37 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Do you have a family doctor? Responses: 121 ■ Yes, within the County of Simcoe No Yes, outside the County of Simcoe • 75% of respondents said they do not require additional health services at this time. • Of the 25% that said they are looking for additional services: What services are you looking for? Responses:114 Counsellor ■ Nurse practitioner Do not require PSW ■ Other Page 38 of 45 19 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... In the past 12 months have you needed help doing any of the following tasks? % of respondents who said 'Yes' Income tax preparation 59% Home repair and maintenance 55% Snow removal 52% Yard care 40% House cleaning 25% Accessing health services 22% Personal transportation 18% Garbage removal 13% Pet care 12% Grocery Shopping 11% Filling out forms 9% Picking up medicine from the pharmacy 9% Preparing meals 8% Delivery service 7% Collecting mail or parcels 7% Accessing social services 6% Affording a sufficient amount of food 5% Banking 5% Taking medication 4% Language interpretation/ translation services 2% 20 Page 39 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... % of % who In the past 12 months have you needed help respondents could doing any of the following tasks? who said 'Yes' access help Income tax preparation 59% 97% Home repair and maintenance 55% 84% Snow removal 52% 84% Yard care 40% 87% House cleaning 25% 81% Accessing health services 22% 65% Personal transportation 18% 89% Garbage removal 13% 85% Pet care 12% 100% Grocery Shopping 11% 91% Filling out forms 9% 89% Picking up medicine from the pharmacy 9% 100% Preparing meals 8% 88% Delivery service 7% 100% Collecting mail or parcels 7% 86% Accessing social services 6% 67% Affording a sufficient amount of food 5% 25% Banking 5% 100% Taking medication 4% 100% Language interpretation/ translation services 2% 50% 21 Page 40 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... What services do you think are needed in your area in order for you to maintain your health and independence? Home repair and maintenance % of respondents 53% Yard Work 52% A service that helps aging adults find and access physical health and supportive services 48% Aging adult fitness 41% House cleaning 39% Health and wellness programs; e.g. nutrition, smoking cessation, weight control, flu shots, educational workshops, and health screenings 38% Transportation to appointments 35% Affordable home care 32% A service that helps aging adults find and access mental health 28% Easy to find information on local health and supportive services (dial 2-1-1) 28% Delivery of services and goods 23% Nursing care 19% Home care 19% Help with shopping 18% Personal care 17% Depression 17% Meals on Wheels 15% Help making ends meet 14% Respite care 12% Help with meal preparation 12% Grief and Bereavement 10% Visiting 8% Incontinence support 7% Alcohol and substance abuse 6% Language and interpretation services 4% Gambling addiction services 3% 22 Page 41 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Demographics Total respondents 158 23 Page 42 of 45 Gender 34% ■ Female Male Age ■ 55 or under 26% ■55-64 ■65-74 75-84 a ■ 85 or above 23 Page 42 of 45 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Marital status Ethnocultural Background 1% Divorced ■ Married or Domestic Partnership ■ Separated s Single, never married ■ Widowed ■ European or Caucasian European or Caucasian and FNMI Page 43 of 45 24 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications... Highest Level of Education Completed o\ r°r°°\ oma0 a°��\ a�yG ore\0 Q 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Annual household income • 39% said they `Prefer not to say' Page 44 of 45 25 x 0°� c0 °'o, 0 �p °'o, 0°' cp °'o, �o� 01 �o� (P �o� �� e N�o� 6s ss`5 6s�` �� 6s�O sy1'� 6s� 6s� 040 ��' p0' OHO OHO OHO OOp OHO , OHO OHO I I0 OHO OOD 6s�O 6g�O 640 6s�O 6��0 6s�O 62 5s�Q) e • 39% said they `Prefer not to say' Page 44 of 45 25 5.a) Emma Dickson, Public Interest Strategy & Communications ........... 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