THE LIVABILITY INDEX GREAT NEIGHBORHOODS FOR ALL AGES
THE LIVABILITY INDEX: GREAT NEIGHBORHOODS FOR ALL AGES Rodney Harrell, Ph. D, Director of Livable Communities AARP Public Policy Institute www. aarp. org/livabilityindex @Dr. Urban. Policy @AARPpolicy #Liv. Index
AMERICA IS AGING
AMERICA IS AGING
4 HOW DO PEOPLE CHOOSE NEIGHBORHOODS • Preferences • Limitations • Family Budget • Availability • Where People Live
THE LIVABILITY INDEX OVERVIEW What is a Livable Community?
Network of Age-Friendly Communities Updated October 2015
#Futureof. Housing www. aarp. org/futureofhousing
Roundtable discussions • Generating Demand • Challenge Question: What will it take to catalyze demand for universally accessible housing options? • Catalyzing Supply • Challenge Question: What will it take to meaningfully increase the supply of universally accessible housing? • Financing Mechanisms to Encourage Aging in Place • Challenge Question: How can we use existing financing mechanisms and create new mechanisms and payment streams to enable necessary home modifications? • Housing, Health, and Long-Term Supports and Services • Challenge Question: What will it take to improve the linkages between the health and housing systems, particularly as they relate to long-term supports and services, home modifications, and caregiving? #Futureof. Housing www. aarp. org/futureofhousing
#Futureof. Housing www. aarp. org/futureofhousing
THE LIVABILITY INDEX OVERVIEW Why was the Livability Index created? • Research has shown that most people would like to age in their homes and communities. • Unfortunately, many of America’s communities do not adequately support residents across the age spectrum in realizing their fullest potential. The Livability Index provides insight to catalyze community conversations that can lead to positive change.
THE LIVABILITY INDEX OVERVIEW Livability Index Components Categories General topic areas that define the type of characteristics found within a community Attributes Qualities or features regarded as a characteristic of a livable community Metrics Measure how livable communities are in the present Policies Actions that communities can take to improve livability over time
THE LIVABILITY INDEX OVERVIEW Categories & Attributes Housing Neighborhood Transportation Housing Accessibility Proximity to Destinations Housing Options Mixed-use Neighborhoods Convenient Transportation Options Transportation Costs Housing Affordability Compact Neighborhoods Safe Streets Commitment to Livability Personal Safety Accessible System Design Neighborhood Quality Commitment to Livability Environment Health Engagement Opportunity Water Quality Healthy Behaviors Internet Access Equal Opportunity Air Quality Access to Health Care Civic Engagement Economic Opportunity Resilience Quality of Health Care Social Engagement Education Energy Efficiency Commitment to Livability Equal Rights Multi-generational Communities Commitment to Livability Local Fiscal Health Commitment to Livability
NAVIGATING THE LIVABILITY INDEX
THE LIVABILITY INDEX Livability Index Homepage Getting started is simple! Users may enter their address, city, state, or zip code on the Livability Index’s homepage, found at: www. aarp. org/livabilityindex
STRATEGIES FOR ADDRESSING LIVABILITY ISSUES
BEYOND THE LIVABILITY INDEX Applying the Data A county executive and staff want to know how to meet the housing needs of the growing population of older adults. A real estate agent wants to market his walkable community as a place to find great housing near many local businesses and other amenities. A non-profit organization wants to show the need for transportation services in the community. A community advocate wants to make the streets safer for those who cannot afford to drive and those who can no longer drive. An AARP member is deciding between two locations and wants to live close to medical services because she is taking care of a family member. What will the Livability Index do for your community?
Age-Friendly Housing and Universal Design Principles “Lifespan” “Livable” “Inclusive” “Visitable”
Visitability 3 Main Features: Bathroom access Step-less entrance Accessible circulation • One zero step entrance, located at the front, back, or side of the house, on an accessible path of travel • 32 inch clear opening at doorways and accessible circulation throughout the floor plan • Basic access to at least one bath or half bath on the ground floor
FOR MORE INFORMATION Visit us on the Web! AARP’s Livability Index www. aarp. org/livabilityindex AARP Public Policy Institute www. aarp. org/livablepolicy @AARPpolicy AARP Livable Communities Resources www. aarp. org/livable
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