Meridian, Idaho Print

Joined the AARP Age-Friendly Network:
5/6/2021

Lead Agency: City of Meridian Mayor's Senior Advisory Board (MSAB)

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. Respect and Inclusion

    Create a dementia-friendly action plan, establish a taskforce and convene a virtual gathering make the community more welcoming to people experiencing memory loss.

  2. Civic Participation and Employment

    Establish the first age-friendly business designation in the state of Idaho.

  3. Transportation

    Expand free and low-costs transportation services for older adults and prioritize safety on local roadways, sidewalks and paths.

Nearby AARP Community Challenge Projects

Ada County Highway District Commuteride (2021)

Ada County, ID

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2021

Project Category: Expansion and enhancement of transportation options

Description: Ada County lacks transportation options for many of its residents. To help local employers provide transportation for their employees, the Ada County Highway Department expanded its Commuteride program, which provides grants to small organizations and businesses -- many of whom are nonprofits or working directly with underserved populations -- to provide facility or mobility enhancements. The program provided shared bikes, bike racks, employee transit passes, bike repair stations, bike helmets, telework resources and breakroom amenities such as lockers and showers.

Adapted Builds (2023)

Boise, ID

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2023

Project Category: Supporting family caregivers

Description: This project will develop video content that addresses the needs of caregivers and people with disabilities to foster inclusion, improved quality of life and greater self-reliance.

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