City Council Agenda - November 26, 2012 - City of Guelph

Attachment 1Timeline: OngoingLead Responsibility:All DepartmentsBudget Impact:Possible impact following identification of issuesImplementation Considerations:1. There are a number of existing “lenses” by which programs and services can be assessed. Alens that measures the extent to which City departments provide services that are responsiveto the needs of an older adult population should be selected and provided to every Citydepartment and every Committee of Council.2. Provide education and training to City staff, using the existing diversity training venues andvehicles, to increase the knowledge and skills of staff in developing programs and servicesthat are age-friendly3. Provide City staff with opportunities to view the City from the perspective of an older adult.E.g., have staff use public transit with seniors; cross busy roadways; navigate streets andsidewalks using a scooter or wheelchair; navigate the City phone system, etc.Older Adult Strategy for the City of GuelphPrepared by The Osborne Group, October 201251