senior centers to wellness centers: the challenge of meeting the needs of the “baby boomer”...
TRANSCRIPT
Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
The Challenge of Meeting the needs of the ldquoBaby Boomerrdquo
Presenter Sharon Congleton RN BSN MAPhiladelphia Corporation for Aging
Senior Centers Today
bull ldquoToday senior center staff are examining ways in which they can provide programming not only to enhance the wellness of older adults in the community but also to meet the challenges of aging in placehellip The role of senior centers varies within each community and is being redefined to better reflect the preferences and needs of their diverse communities of elderlyrdquo This includes ldquo Baby Boomersrdquo
ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
bull Born between 1946 and 1964 subdivisions of boomers those born between 1946 and 1955 (Leading ndashEdge Baby Boomers) This group represents frac12 of the generation or roughly 38002000 people of all races throughout the world
bull The other frac12 born between 1955-1964 (late Boomers or Trailing Edge Boomers) includes about 3781800
bull Today 1 in 3 Americans is now 50 or olderbull Since 2011 10000 Baby Boomers turn 50 every day
Baby Boomer Stats Continued
bull It is estimated that by 2035 1 in 5 people in the US will be 65 or older
bull Between 2000-2010 the 45-64 year old population grew 315 to 815 million in the US and now makes up 264 of the population
bull Boomers are the wealthiest best educated most active and most physically fit generation up to this time
bull for the first time in history people age 65 will outnumber children under the age of 5
bull Todayrsquos older Americans are living longer due to advances in medicine and the treatment of chronic medical conditions like hypertension and diabetes
Boomers amp Health
bull 58 of Boomers consider themselves to be in good or excellent health
bull 27 state they have survived a major illnessbull More that 6 of every 10 boomers will be
managing more than one chronic condition like arthritis and diabetes and obesity chronic pain
bull 11 have had a major illness in the past yearbull Boomers exercise twice as much as previous
generations
Boomer Life Expectancy
bull A person age 65 today can expect to live another 15 years
bull A man of 75 has a 50-50 chance of reaching 84 a woman 86
Boomers and Finance
bull Boomers have more disposable income than their parents
bull Boomers currently possess frac34 of the nationrsquos financial assets
bull frac14 of Boomers postponed their plans to retire in the past year
bull 80 of Boomers have retirement savings
Baby Boomer Expectations
bull 79 of Boomers expect to work in retirement
bull 70 of Boomers have a hobby or special interest
bull 51 expect to devote more time to community service and volunteering in retirement
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Senior Centers Today
bull ldquoToday senior center staff are examining ways in which they can provide programming not only to enhance the wellness of older adults in the community but also to meet the challenges of aging in placehellip The role of senior centers varies within each community and is being redefined to better reflect the preferences and needs of their diverse communities of elderlyrdquo This includes ldquo Baby Boomersrdquo
ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
bull Born between 1946 and 1964 subdivisions of boomers those born between 1946 and 1955 (Leading ndashEdge Baby Boomers) This group represents frac12 of the generation or roughly 38002000 people of all races throughout the world
bull The other frac12 born between 1955-1964 (late Boomers or Trailing Edge Boomers) includes about 3781800
bull Today 1 in 3 Americans is now 50 or olderbull Since 2011 10000 Baby Boomers turn 50 every day
Baby Boomer Stats Continued
bull It is estimated that by 2035 1 in 5 people in the US will be 65 or older
bull Between 2000-2010 the 45-64 year old population grew 315 to 815 million in the US and now makes up 264 of the population
bull Boomers are the wealthiest best educated most active and most physically fit generation up to this time
bull for the first time in history people age 65 will outnumber children under the age of 5
bull Todayrsquos older Americans are living longer due to advances in medicine and the treatment of chronic medical conditions like hypertension and diabetes
Boomers amp Health
bull 58 of Boomers consider themselves to be in good or excellent health
bull 27 state they have survived a major illnessbull More that 6 of every 10 boomers will be
managing more than one chronic condition like arthritis and diabetes and obesity chronic pain
bull 11 have had a major illness in the past yearbull Boomers exercise twice as much as previous
generations
Boomer Life Expectancy
bull A person age 65 today can expect to live another 15 years
bull A man of 75 has a 50-50 chance of reaching 84 a woman 86
Boomers and Finance
bull Boomers have more disposable income than their parents
bull Boomers currently possess frac34 of the nationrsquos financial assets
bull frac14 of Boomers postponed their plans to retire in the past year
bull 80 of Boomers have retirement savings
Baby Boomer Expectations
bull 79 of Boomers expect to work in retirement
bull 70 of Boomers have a hobby or special interest
bull 51 expect to devote more time to community service and volunteering in retirement
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
bull Born between 1946 and 1964 subdivisions of boomers those born between 1946 and 1955 (Leading ndashEdge Baby Boomers) This group represents frac12 of the generation or roughly 38002000 people of all races throughout the world
bull The other frac12 born between 1955-1964 (late Boomers or Trailing Edge Boomers) includes about 3781800
bull Today 1 in 3 Americans is now 50 or olderbull Since 2011 10000 Baby Boomers turn 50 every day
Baby Boomer Stats Continued
bull It is estimated that by 2035 1 in 5 people in the US will be 65 or older
bull Between 2000-2010 the 45-64 year old population grew 315 to 815 million in the US and now makes up 264 of the population
bull Boomers are the wealthiest best educated most active and most physically fit generation up to this time
bull for the first time in history people age 65 will outnumber children under the age of 5
bull Todayrsquos older Americans are living longer due to advances in medicine and the treatment of chronic medical conditions like hypertension and diabetes
Boomers amp Health
bull 58 of Boomers consider themselves to be in good or excellent health
bull 27 state they have survived a major illnessbull More that 6 of every 10 boomers will be
managing more than one chronic condition like arthritis and diabetes and obesity chronic pain
bull 11 have had a major illness in the past yearbull Boomers exercise twice as much as previous
generations
Boomer Life Expectancy
bull A person age 65 today can expect to live another 15 years
bull A man of 75 has a 50-50 chance of reaching 84 a woman 86
Boomers and Finance
bull Boomers have more disposable income than their parents
bull Boomers currently possess frac34 of the nationrsquos financial assets
bull frac14 of Boomers postponed their plans to retire in the past year
bull 80 of Boomers have retirement savings
Baby Boomer Expectations
bull 79 of Boomers expect to work in retirement
bull 70 of Boomers have a hobby or special interest
bull 51 expect to devote more time to community service and volunteering in retirement
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Baby Boomer Stats Continued
bull It is estimated that by 2035 1 in 5 people in the US will be 65 or older
bull Between 2000-2010 the 45-64 year old population grew 315 to 815 million in the US and now makes up 264 of the population
bull Boomers are the wealthiest best educated most active and most physically fit generation up to this time
bull for the first time in history people age 65 will outnumber children under the age of 5
bull Todayrsquos older Americans are living longer due to advances in medicine and the treatment of chronic medical conditions like hypertension and diabetes
Boomers amp Health
bull 58 of Boomers consider themselves to be in good or excellent health
bull 27 state they have survived a major illnessbull More that 6 of every 10 boomers will be
managing more than one chronic condition like arthritis and diabetes and obesity chronic pain
bull 11 have had a major illness in the past yearbull Boomers exercise twice as much as previous
generations
Boomer Life Expectancy
bull A person age 65 today can expect to live another 15 years
bull A man of 75 has a 50-50 chance of reaching 84 a woman 86
Boomers and Finance
bull Boomers have more disposable income than their parents
bull Boomers currently possess frac34 of the nationrsquos financial assets
bull frac14 of Boomers postponed their plans to retire in the past year
bull 80 of Boomers have retirement savings
Baby Boomer Expectations
bull 79 of Boomers expect to work in retirement
bull 70 of Boomers have a hobby or special interest
bull 51 expect to devote more time to community service and volunteering in retirement
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Boomers amp Health
bull 58 of Boomers consider themselves to be in good or excellent health
bull 27 state they have survived a major illnessbull More that 6 of every 10 boomers will be
managing more than one chronic condition like arthritis and diabetes and obesity chronic pain
bull 11 have had a major illness in the past yearbull Boomers exercise twice as much as previous
generations
Boomer Life Expectancy
bull A person age 65 today can expect to live another 15 years
bull A man of 75 has a 50-50 chance of reaching 84 a woman 86
Boomers and Finance
bull Boomers have more disposable income than their parents
bull Boomers currently possess frac34 of the nationrsquos financial assets
bull frac14 of Boomers postponed their plans to retire in the past year
bull 80 of Boomers have retirement savings
Baby Boomer Expectations
bull 79 of Boomers expect to work in retirement
bull 70 of Boomers have a hobby or special interest
bull 51 expect to devote more time to community service and volunteering in retirement
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Boomer Life Expectancy
bull A person age 65 today can expect to live another 15 years
bull A man of 75 has a 50-50 chance of reaching 84 a woman 86
Boomers and Finance
bull Boomers have more disposable income than their parents
bull Boomers currently possess frac34 of the nationrsquos financial assets
bull frac14 of Boomers postponed their plans to retire in the past year
bull 80 of Boomers have retirement savings
Baby Boomer Expectations
bull 79 of Boomers expect to work in retirement
bull 70 of Boomers have a hobby or special interest
bull 51 expect to devote more time to community service and volunteering in retirement
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Boomers and Finance
bull Boomers have more disposable income than their parents
bull Boomers currently possess frac34 of the nationrsquos financial assets
bull frac14 of Boomers postponed their plans to retire in the past year
bull 80 of Boomers have retirement savings
Baby Boomer Expectations
bull 79 of Boomers expect to work in retirement
bull 70 of Boomers have a hobby or special interest
bull 51 expect to devote more time to community service and volunteering in retirement
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Baby Boomer Expectations
bull 79 of Boomers expect to work in retirement
bull 70 of Boomers have a hobby or special interest
bull 51 expect to devote more time to community service and volunteering in retirement
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
Philadelphiabull In Philadelphia county alone
there are 153 000 people between the ages of 55-70
bull 54 live at or less than 100 of the federal poverty level
bull 35 consider their health fair-poor
bull 15 have less than a high school education
bull 13 used activities at senior centers
Suburbanbull In the 4 surrounding suburban
areas there are 287000 between the ages of 55-70
bull 12 live at or less than the federal poverty level
bull 18 consider their health fair-poor
bull 4 have less than a high school education
bull 8 used activities at senior centers
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
bull Places for ldquoold peoplerdquobull Programs geared to frail bull Nothing in common
with other members bull Nothing to do
bull Boomers do not see themselves as old and many hate the term ldquoseniorrdquo
bull More competition from other non-senior center sites where older adults gather
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
bull Health conscious participates in exercise more aware of nutrition issues managing chronic conditions
bull More disposable incomebull More aware of social environmental political
issues bull Better educatedbull Many not ready to retire bull Do not see themselves as seniors or old
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
bull Redefining the environment bull Re-branding the sitebull What do you have to offer the
boomerbull Flexibility in service hoursdaysbull Marketingbull Intergenerational services
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Wellness Center Services
bull Exercise group individual personal trainersbull Social activities games dancing artscraftsbull Book clubsbull Evening and weekend scheduling for working
boomers bull Cafeacute style congregate meals with varied meal
selections bull Training in high-tech gadgets like i-phones i-
pads etc
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
Structured ongoing programs to facilitate healthy aging through risk factor modification
Ongoing measurement of outcomes to demonstrate program effectiveness and incorporates feedback into program revisions
A variety of planned program activities to facilitate behavior change and promote self-efficacy
Facilitation of social engagement opportunities to facilitate peer interaction
An appropriate level and variety of programming to bridge the spectrum of older adult participants from frail to very active
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Seven Best Practices Continued
Promotion of active marketing and outreach to others services and organizations
Creative use of available resources utilization of well -trained staff or volunteers and members and provides ongoing training opportunities
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Building Partnerships
bull It takes time Several meetings may be required to clearly define your program goals and objectives to potential partners
bull Seek guidance on where to look for partnersbull Keep partners informed of all activity related
to restructuring processbull Establish benchmarks to demonstrate
success challenges
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Forming New Partnerships
bull Invite potential partners in to see what you currently are doing
bull Invite community members community leaders and local politicians in for an open house to get their opinions on what they feel are the needs of older adults in that community
bull provide an update on trends in aging in that community trends in aging throughout the country and tell them about future trends in aging in relation to senior center evolution
bull Get their suggestions on who could be approached for financial support
bull Talk to directors at other sites to learn how they made the transformation how did they find funding
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Looking for Funding
bull Community and civic organizations YMCA YWCA
bull non-profit philanthropic organizations Pew Foundation
bull Financial institutions bull Faith-based organizations
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Whatrsquos Next
Challenges bull Changing image of senior
centerbull Boomers vs frail elderly bull Space limitationsbull Outdated buildings bull Inadequate fundingbull Limited sources for
collaboration
Opportunities bull Itrsquos all about marketing
bull Offering multi-faceted programs unique scheduling
bull Grant writing to various non-profit social service support agencies citystatefederal agencies
bull Network to seek out money
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
Determining What Works
bull Design a community needs assessment unique to the area asking community residents their opinions on how the needs of all older adults can be met in their community and asking them to identify challenges facing older adults of that community
bull Survey current center members and staff about their vision for senior centers and what they would like to see at your site
bull Communicate with centers who have already done the work
bull Replicate what works
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-
References
bull Administration on Aging The US Population Reaches a New Zenith as Baby Boomers Turn 65 httpwwwaoagovstatisticalprofile2010 Retrieved from internet 8514
bull Amato Anne M (November 27 2011) Boomers in no rush to join lsquosenior lsquo centers Newstimescom httpwwwnewstimescomlocalarticleBoomers -in- no-rush to join-senior-centers retrieved 82114
bull Becker Jonathan Attracting Baby Boomers Making the Shift to a New Age Community Center from a Senior Center (2010) The National Resource Center on Nutrition and Aging wwwnutritionandagingorg Retrieved 81114
bull Household Health Survey 2013 Community Health Survey of Southeastern Pennsylvania Public Health Management Corporation Public Health Management Corporation 2013
bull Learn-Andes Jennifer (July 15 2013 ) lsquoActive adult centers part of new strategy retrieved from wwwtimesleadercomnewslocalActive-adult-centers-part of new strategies
bull The National Council on Aging (92013) Partnering to Promote Healthy Aging Creative Best Practice Community Partnerships Center for Healthy Aging model health programs for communities retrieved from wwwncoaorg retrieved 81114
bull Pirkl James (2009) Demographics of Aging retrieved from httptransgeneraltionalorgagingdemographics 852014
bull Satran Richard (June 21 2013) retrieved from us news and world reports 12 Surprising Facts About Boomer Retirement Retrieved 8114 httpmoneyusnewscommoneypersonal finance
bull Wagner Donna Senior Center Research in America An Overview of What we Know
- Senior Centers to Wellness Centers
- Senior Centers Today
- ldquoBaby Boomersrdquo who are they
- Baby Boomer Stats Continued
- Boomers amp Health
- Boomer Life Expectancy
- Boomers and Finance
- Baby Boomer Expectations
- Disparity Not All Boomers are Alike
- Boomer Perceptions of Senior Centers
- Snapshot of Todayrsquos Boomer
- Senior CenterWellness Center Changing the Perception
- Wellness Center Services
- Seven Best Practices for Health Promotion and Aging Programs
- Seven Best Practices Continued
- Building Partnerships
- Forming New Partnerships
- Looking for Funding
- Whatrsquos Next
- Determining What Works
- References
-