Age-Friendly Taskforce/Advisory Council/Commission

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.

Corte Madera's age-friendly progress report shows what the community has done to make public spaces, transportation and housing conditions more age-friendly. To combat social isolation, the community opened its Age-Friendly Intergenerational Center, a place for residents to congregate and participate in activities and classes. The local age-friendly team also launched its Cycling Without Age program. The initiative allows participants to ride a three-wheeled trishaw, designed to be more stable and accessible for cyclists of all ages. To improve walkability, the community mapped out the locations of benches, restrooms and drinking fountains. Addtionally, the Town worked with a local nonprofit focused on the Villages model, which offers support to older adults so they can age in place.