2009

This report documents the Chattanooga Aging in Place Workshop which focused on A Place for Everyone, Building for the Future, Healthy Living, and Lifelong Learning and provides an understanding of the importance of building partnerships towards making successful communities in the 21st century that embrace fairness and equity for all. Click here to download the Report.

This report documents the Wichita Aging in Place Workshop and provides an understanding of the importance of intergenerational experiences for older adults and the community as a whole, along with what steps can be taken to enhance the intergenerational opportunities that older adults have in any community. Click here to download the report.

This report documents the Richmond Metro Area Aging in Place Workshop which focused on engaging community leaders and provides an in-depth understanding of the role that leadership plays in the lives of older adults in the greater Richmond region, as well as the innovative programs and initiatives that are happening across the country on this issue. Click here to download the report.

This report documents the San Antonio Aging in Place Workshop which focused on the topic of Community Design and the Built Environment. Click here to download the report.

These thematic workshops were enriched through small “JumpStart the Conversation” grants that will be awarded to partnerships tied to the workshop communities with innovative ideas and action plans on how to tackle the Aging in Place issue in their community. As a result of the workshops and grant opportunities, communities initiated a renewed sense of urgency on approaching community livability for all as well as an energized group of organizations and individuals collaborating to face the challenges that accompany this time of change. 

The Overall Goals Of the Aging in Place Workshops & the “JumpStart the Conversation” Grants:

• Educate the community on the importance of an Aging in Place Initiative
• Investigate a specific issue through a moderated discussion between local and national experts and with input from the community
• Understand the obstacles and benefits to taking action on the issue
• Generate discussion on short, mid and long term actions to resolve or promote the issue
• Mobilize and empower local residents and organizations to work together to take action 
   

Please follow the links below to learn about the following: 

The Aging in Place Initiative and the Team

The Workshop Reports and Themes 

The Jumpstart the Conversation Grants 

In May of 2009, up-and-coming urban affairs magazine Next American City awarded their first annual “Next American Vanguard” awards to young urban leaders. The 35 individuals chosen came from 18 different states and a variety of interests that ranged from community organizing to design to environmental justice.

Partners’ Director of Program Development, Lyz Crane, was one of the selected Vanguards and participated in a two-day forum in which the chosen leaders shared their innovative work and identified a joint manifesto with 15 goals in three critical areas: transportation, civic engagement and land use planning. The 2009 Vanguards are expected to participate in the passing of the torch to next year’s class and remain involved in the magazine’s efforts to identify cutting edge urban issues.

This report documents the St. Louis Aging in Place Workshop which focuse don the topic of Universal Design & Accessibility. Click here to download the report.

Quarter Century of Service Award

For their dedication to promoting and protecting the "rural economy, natural resources, history and beauty" in the Piedmont Region of Virginia.

Quarter Century of Service Award

For their role in transforming Richmond into a vibrant city with arts, culture, housing, nature, and historic offerings.

Entrepreneurial American Community Award

For their role in strengthening Denver’s public elementary schools and their surrounding neighborhoods by designing new multi-dimensional school playgrounds.

Entrepreneurial American Community Award

For their success in supporting local artists, youth education mentoring and neighborhood transformation through their groundbreaking mural program.