Burlingame, California Print

Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
9/14/2021

Lead Agency: City of Burlingame Age-Friendly Task Force

Age-Friendly Taskforce/Advisory Council/Commission

Action Plan Download

An action plan is based on the results of community surveys identifying needs within the 8 Domains of Livability that influence the health and quality of life of older adults. While there is flexibility in how a plan is created and what it will do, every action plan includes a statement about what can be achieved, target dates for goal completion, identification of participating organizations and indicators to measure progress. The action plan is an "active" rather than static document. Revisions and amendments are a sign of program improvement and progress.

Action Plan Highlights

  1. Transportation

    Promote pedestrian safety for older adults by providing education and trainings, developing walking groups, recruiting advocates and adopting Vision Zero policies.

  2. Transportation

    Develop a transportation guide for older adults and encourage the use of available transit options and implement shuttle service.

  3. Housing

    Seek residents' input on local housing policies and projects, with the goal of allowing older adults to age in place in the community.

Nearby AARP Community Challenge Projects

Peninsula Volunteers Inc. (2022)

Menlo Park, CA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2022

Project Category: Expansion and enhancement of transportation options

Description: Many older adults in the Bay Area say transportation is the biggest challenge they face. Those who cannot drive themselves risk missing medical appointments or increasing their social isolation. To address this, Peninsula Volunteers developed a transportation program that offers low cost, on-demand rides for older adults. This project expanded that program to reach residents living throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. PVI provided hundreds of rides, helping residents attend doctors' appointments, do shopping and errands and participate in activities at local community centers. Additionally, the nonprofit held two workshops to teach older adults about transportation services available to them. "It makes me feel independent now. I go food shopping weekly now and that's helped immensely," one program participant said. "Sometimes I was going two whole days without eating anything because I didn't have any food in the house and I didn't want to beg for help from anyone."

Community Living Campaign (2025)

San Francisco, CA

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2025

Project Category: Engaging people in transportation options/safety

Description: This project encourages communities to assess their neighborhoods for accessibility. Residents will learn to report issues using the 311 app and other city services, promoting inclusive and accessible environments for all.

ABOUT THE AARP COMMUNITY CHALLENGE

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