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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.

Pittsburgh and Allegheny County's age-friendly progress report focuses on improving transportation access, combatting social isolation and empowering people of all ages and abilities. The community expanded and upgraded its pedestrian infrastructure, advocated for a Complete Streets policy and developed an online tool to help residents navigate their transportation options. Greater Pittsburgh also led workshops on neighborhood-level age-friendly community building and developed a toolkit on the topic. In its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, age-friendly partners used paratransit vehicles to deliver food and supplies to residents, providing more than 50,000 meals and 5,000 boxes of personal protective equipment.