This report documents the Wichita Aging in Place Workshop and provides an understanding of the importance of intergenerational experiences for older adults and the community as a whole, along with what steps can be taken to enhance the intergenerational opportunities that older adults have in any community. Click here to download the report.
Key Findings:
- Intergenerational engagement benefits the entire community and is vital to an Aging in Place strategy
- Mixed use neighborhoods and intergenerational transportation programs can help connect older adults to the community at large
- Bringing people of all generations into the planning process ensures that everyone’s voice is heard
- Friendly, intergenerational housing should be available to older adults as an alternative to retirement and nursing homes
- Harness creativity and plan carefully when starting a new intergenerational program
Solutions from Wichita Workshop Participants:
- Reach out to the community to educate about Aging in Place
- Work to change the perceptions about the difficulties of using public transportation
- Lobby for local government support of an intergenerational transportation program
- Educate and promote the benefits of more friendly community housing options for older adults