Villages OKC We intend to live as well

Villages. OKC “We intend to live as well as we can, for as long as we can, for as little as we can. . and preferably in our own homes. ”

In Oklahoma City, the number of Boomers (55+) doubles from 2010 to 2020.

Villages Are an Innovative Solution ● Membership organizations to provide support and access to services to remain at home as long as possible. ● These organizations are called “Villages, ” with over 350 in operation or development across the United States ● AARP calls this innovation the first grand social movement of the 21 st century. In the next 25 years approximately 25 million citizens will be impacted.

The First Village In 2000 a few friends imagined a world where they could age and live actively at home • Decided and worked for services to come to them • Partnered with Harvard University and Home Care • Raised funds; created a board • Became 501 c 3 non profit Still going strong 15+ years REDEFINING AGING!

A New Approach to Aging “We are taking matters into our own hands and creating organizations for ourselves that essentially allow us to remain who we are as long as possible. ” – Susan Mc. Whinney-Morse, founder Beacon Hill Village

Aging-In-Place Village • One call does it all • Volunteer first • Neighbors helping neighbors • Membership based; member driven; self governing • Does not duplicate services • Carefully chosen vendors; carefully chosen partners

Villages. OKC is a member of the national organization Village to Village

How Villages. OKC Began • An exploratory committee of eight interested business and civic representatives met monthly for one year • Attended the National Village to Village conference and asked for a Village Mentor • Held professionally conducted focus groups • Held 7 preliminary meetings (Villages 101) with church and civic groups • Made personal financial and time commitments

Villages. OKC Hub and Spoke Model OUR VISION: Each Village in the metro OKC area working together with the support of the hub. Each Village self-governed by a local area council with representation on OKC hub board.

Villages. OKC Hub Has Board of Directors Is the nonprofit, holds the 501 c 3 Functions as the financial HUB Advocate Marketer Collective Grant Writer Coalition Maker . . For all spoke Villages

Villages. OKC Spokes Have a Governing Council Have Village Manager Have a Village Volunteer Coordinator Day-to-day operation of their Village Engages and manages volunteers Fundraises within their area Determines their menu of specific programs and services

Villages. OKC, Inc. In September 2017, Villages. OKC became a reality. Villages. OKC Hub Board: Danny Eischen, President Scott Schaefer, Vice President Norm Behymer, Vice President Lewis Mc. Clain, Secretary Brian Banks, Treasurer Judy Akins, Member Daryl Osmus, Member Toya Holden, Member Marilyn Olson, Executive Director Partners Rick Martin, Bethany Law Delilah Joiner, Ph. D, Southern Nazarene University

Villages. OKC Northwest is in Formation Task groups are working on: • Services and Membership • Finances/ Budget Administration • Volunteers and Software • Marketing and Communications • Fundraising / Friend raising Elected Leaders: Dana Owens-Delong, Ph. D, President Marilyn Stark, RN, Vice President Steve Slatsky, Secretary Ken Eason, CPA, Treasurer

How Villages are Funded • Membership fees set by the governing council • Fees vary – about $60 month • Membership fees cover about 60% of the cost • Business donations/ grants and sponsorships cover 40% of operational costs Community benefits from the huge impact of volunteer hours (1 volunteer : 2 members)

Get a group of interested people together (25 is a good number) Call Marilyn Olson (405 808 9211) to schedule an information meeting What about interest from other areas? Villages. OKC hub will be there to guide your team’s planning, provide a roadmap, and timetested Villages process Villages. OKC hub will support your work with the goal of launching with about 100 members

Hold gatherings monthly January, February, March and April at “Serve Coffee & Community” Further refine the programs Engage volunteers and enroll members What is ahead? Launch Villages. OKC Northwest in May 2018 with 100 members Invite visitors to Villages. OKC Northwest Solicit opportunities to present Village concept

Villages. OKC Coming to a neighborhood near you