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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.

Sarasota County's progress report describes efforts to help residents age in place, support active transportation and use technology to connect people with resources. County residents now have access to several homesharing apps and websites, which connect people with spare space in their home to potential roommates. To further support age-friendly housing options, the County worked with the University of Florida Extension to train homebuilders on universal design standards. Additionally, the County increased its affordable housing stock, including adding subsidized apartments for older adults. They launched an online map to help residents get around, which provides information about public transit service, and locations of sidewalks and bike lanes. Sarasota County also added miles of multi-use trails to its parks system and made accessibility upgrades to public outdoor spaces.