What to offer riders of the silver tsunami
Baby boomers are nearing retirement, which means local governments will have to prepare resources for a surge in the senior population. The recent study titled “Maturing of America” by the Washington-based National Association of Area Agencies recommends “best practices” communities should offer for those who are riding the “silver tsunami.” The following five items top the list of services seniors would find beneficial.ACC Source: National Association of Area Agencies, “Maturing of America,” Sept. 27, 2006
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Preventive health care programs, such as “lifestyle” education, immunizations and screenings
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Nutrition education and community-sponsored programs that deliver meals to seniors
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Age-appropriate fitness programs and recreational facilities with walking trails and fitness equipment
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Aids for older drivers, such as larger, easy-to-read road signs, grooved lane dividers and dedicated left-turn lanes
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Special training for police, fire and emergency medical personnel to make sure they can find and assist seniors in their communities
Source: National Association of Area Agencies, “Maturing of America,” Sept. 27, 2006
