Commission on Aging
The City of Emeryville’s Commission on Aging is dedicated to promoting a dignified, healthful quality of life for older adults by advocating for vital services, providing opportunities to develop a meaningful fellowship, offering lifelong learning activities, and being an accessible community resource.
Community Services Department
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Accomplishments for Year 2022
The Commission on Aging completed the Age Friendly Action Plan that was approved by City Council in November 2022. This was a five-year project that required countless hours of input from staff and the community. The document will be used as a source document for community improvements to enhance the lives of older adults.
COA recommended the approval of RFP for the AAA (Alameda County Area Agency on Aging) Senior Supportive Services to continue funding for Senior Center Activities.
COA made an extensive recommendation to City Council for Website Improvements for Senior Resources.
Continued discussion on ideas for recruitment of new COA members.
COA sent a letter of support to City Council for the City’s Paid Parking Program.
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Top Priorities for Year 2023
Increase awareness of City of Emeryville appointed committees and commissions priorities that directly relate to the aging population and purview of the Commission on Aging Continue to recruit members to the COA that reflect the demographic population of the city Stimulate citizen involvement as it relates to the purview of the COA Improve safety and security for seniors in all ranges of physical ability March 7, 2023
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