Age Friendly Community Survey - Village of Granisle

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OUTDOOR SPACES AND BUILDING-Answer the following questions with a "yes" or "no" response

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Snow clearing is done in a timely manner so walking and driving are safe.	YESSnow clearing is done in a timely manner so walking and driving are safe. YES	NOSnow clearing is done in a timely manner so walking and driving are safe. NO
There are enough street crosswalks in busy business, residential and/or recreational areas.	YESThere are enough street crosswalks in busy business, residential and/or recreational areas. YES	NOThere are enough street crosswalks in busy business, residential and/or recreational areas. NO
There are enough public washrooms in key areas of my community (e.g. business and recreation areas).	YESThere are enough public washrooms in key areas of my community (e.g. business and recreation areas). YES	NOThere are enough public washrooms in key areas of my community (e.g. business and recreation areas). NO
Public washrooms accommodate people with wheelchairs and strollers in my community.	YESPublic washrooms accommodate people with wheelchairs and strollers in my community. YES	NOPublic washrooms accommodate people with wheelchairs and strollers in my community. NO
Most or all businesses and public buildings are easily accessible to everybody (e.g. they have wheelchair ramps, automatic doors).	YESMost or all businesses and public buildings are easily accessible to everybody (e.g. they have wheelchair ramps, automatic doors). YES	NOMost or all businesses and public buildings are easily accessible to everybody (e.g. they have wheelchair ramps, automatic doors). NO
Public facilities, including recreational facilities, transportation systems, parks, trails and other outdoor spaces are accessible.	YESPublic facilities, including recreational facilities, transportation systems, parks, trails and other outdoor spaces are accessible. YES	NOPublic facilities, including recreational facilities, transportation systems, parks, trails and other outdoor spaces are accessible. NO

Considering the questions above, can you think of an outdoor space, building or public facility that is not accessible or needs to be improved? If yes, please identify the space and how it could be improved.

TRANSPORTATION- Answer the following questions with a "yes" or "no" response

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The road signs in my community are easy to read and large enough for older drivers.	YESThe road signs in my community are easy to read and large enough for older drivers. YES	NOThe road signs in my community are easy to read and large enough for older drivers. NO
Roads are in good repair and are well-maintained.	YESRoads are in good repair and are well-maintained. YES	NORoads are in good repair and are well-maintained. NO
Roadways are clear of obstructions that block a driver’s vision.	YESRoadways are clear of obstructions that block a driver’s vision. YES	NORoadways are clear of obstructions that block a driver’s vision. NO
Roads and parking areas are promptly cleared of snow and ice	YESRoads and parking areas are promptly cleared of snow and ice YES	NORoads and parking areas are promptly cleared of snow and ice NO
Affordable and accessible transportation options are available for those who do not drive, to facilitate access to necessary services (food, medical care, etc.) and opportunities for well-being associated with recreation and social activities.	YESAffordable and accessible transportation options are available for those who do not drive, to facilitate access to necessary services (food, medical care, etc.) and opportunities for well-being associated with recreation and social activities. YES	NOAffordable and accessible transportation options are available for those who do not drive, to facilitate access to necessary services (food, medical care, etc.) and opportunities for well-being associated with recreation and social activities. NO
People with disabilities are able to access reliable and affordable Transportation	YESPeople with disabilities are able to access reliable and affordable Transportation YES	NOPeople with disabilities are able to access reliable and affordable Transportation NO

Considering the questions above, can you identify a priority transportation issue your community can address to enhance or improve its age-friendliness?

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HOUSING- Answer the following questions with a "yes" or "no" response

	YES	NO
Appropriate and affordable housing is available in areas that are safe and close to community services and amenities which help people stay connected with the community.	YESAppropriate and affordable housing is available in areas that are safe and close to community services and amenities which help people stay connected with the community. YES	NOAppropriate and affordable housing is available in areas that are safe and close to community services and amenities which help people stay connected with the community. NO
Affordable housing options are available for people with a wide range of economic circumstances.	YESAffordable housing options are available for people with a wide range of economic circumstances. YES	NOAffordable housing options are available for people with a wide range of economic circumstances. NO
Appropriate and affordable home maintenance and support services are available.	YESAppropriate and affordable home maintenance and support services are available. YES	NOAppropriate and affordable home maintenance and support services are available. NO
Appropriate housing options are available that support the changing needs of people as they grow older.	YESAppropriate housing options are available that support the changing needs of people as they grow older. YES	NOAppropriate housing options are available that support the changing needs of people as they grow older. NO

Considering the questions above, can you identify a priority housing issue in your community?

Social Participation- Answer the following questions with a "yes" or "no" response

	YES	NO
There are opportunities for people of all ages to be socially active in my community.	YESThere are opportunities for people of all ages to be socially active in my community. YES	NOThere are opportunities for people of all ages to be socially active in my community. NO
There are a wide variety of activities offered to appeal to a diverse population of people, including older people and people with disabilities.	YESThere are a wide variety of activities offered to appeal to a diverse population of people, including older people and people with disabilities. YES	NOThere are a wide variety of activities offered to appeal to a diverse population of people, including older people and people with disabilities. NO
Events and activities are affordable and located in community venues that are comfortable and safe for older people and persons with disabilities.	YESEvents and activities are affordable and located in community venues that are comfortable and safe for older people and persons with disabilities. YES	NOEvents and activities are affordable and located in community venues that are comfortable and safe for older people and persons with disabilities. NO
Good information about activities and events is provided, including details about accessibility of facilities and transportation options for those who don’t drive.	YESGood information about activities and events is provided, including details about accessibility of facilities and transportation options for those who don’t drive. YES	NOGood information about activities and events is provided, including details about accessibility of facilities and transportation options for those who don’t drive. NO
There is consistent outreach to include people at risk of social isolation.	YESThere is consistent outreach to include people at risk of social isolation. YES	NOThere is consistent outreach to include people at risk of social isolation. NO

Considering the questions above, can you identify one way your community could make it easier for people to participate in the community?

Respect and Social Inclusion-Answer the following questions with a "yes" or "no" response

	YES	NO
There are opportunities for people of all ages to be socially active in the community.	YESThere are opportunities for people of all ages to be socially active in the community. YES	NOThere are opportunities for people of all ages to be socially active in the community. NO
Older people and persons with disabilities are included in activities for all community members.	YESOlder people and persons with disabilities are included in activities for all community members. YES	NOOlder people and persons with disabilities are included in activities for all community members. NO
Older people and persons with disabilities are recognized in their community for their past and present contributions.	YESOlder people and persons with disabilities are recognized in their community for their past and present contributions. YES	NOOlder people and persons with disabilities are recognized in their community for their past and present contributions. NO
Schools provide opportunities to learn about aging and older people, and involve older people in school activities.	YESSchools provide opportunities to learn about aging and older people, and involve older people in school activities. YES	NOSchools provide opportunities to learn about aging and older people, and involve older people in school activities. NO
There are opportunities to socialize and maintain good networks of friends, family and neighbors.	YESThere are opportunities to socialize and maintain good networks of friends, family and neighbors. YES	NOThere are opportunities to socialize and maintain good networks of friends, family and neighbors. NO

Considering the questions above, can you identify a way to improve respect and social inclusion in your community?

Communication and Information- Answer the following questions with a "yes" or "no" response

	YES	NO
Our community has a basic, effective communication system that reaches community residents of all ages.	YESOur community has a basic, effective communication system that reaches community residents of all ages. YES	NOOur community has a basic, effective communication system that reaches community residents of all ages. NO
Information is readily available on community events, activities and opportunities.	YESInformation is readily available on community events, activities and opportunities. YES	NOInformation is readily available on community events, activities and opportunities. NO
There is affordable and accessible public access to computers and the Internet.	YESThere is affordable and accessible public access to computers and the Internet. YES	NOThere is affordable and accessible public access to computers and the Internet. NO
People at risk of social isolation receive needed information.	YESPeople at risk of social isolation receive needed information. YES	NOPeople at risk of social isolation receive needed information. NO

Considering the questions above, can you identify a way to improve communication and information sharing in your community?

Community Support and Health Services- Answer the following questions with a "yes" or "no" response

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There is an adequate range of health and community support services offered for promoting, maintaining and restoring health.	YESThere is an adequate range of health and community support services offered for promoting, maintaining and restoring health. YES	NOThere is an adequate range of health and community support services offered for promoting, maintaining and restoring health. NO
Older adults are supported in staying physically active and safe.	YESOlder adults are supported in staying physically active and safe. YES	NOOlder adults are supported in staying physically active and safe. NO
Affordable services to help seniors and persons with disabilities, such as snow removal or lawn care, are available in the community.	YESAffordable services to help seniors and persons with disabilities, such as snow removal or lawn care, are available in the community. YES	NOAffordable services to help seniors and persons with disabilities, such as snow removal or lawn care, are available in the community. NO
Local health care services meet the needs of older citizens, or transportation is available to bring them to services.	YESLocal health care services meet the needs of older citizens, or transportation is available to bring them to services. YES	NOLocal health care services meet the needs of older citizens, or transportation is available to bring them to services. NO
Community emergency planning takes into account the needs of older citizens and persons with disabilities.	YESCommunity emergency planning takes into account the needs of older citizens and persons with disabilities. YES	NOCommunity emergency planning takes into account the needs of older citizens and persons with disabilities. NO

Considering the questions above, can you identify some community support and health services that are needed in your community?