Summary
Saanich Parks, Recreation and Community Services created an Older Adults Strategy for 2017 – 2022. Hearing from over 2000 older adults Saanich identified four strategic priorities which will set the direction for the department to meet the needs of the older adult population for the next few years.:
- Programming Continuum
- Age Friendly Spaces
- Collaboration
- Enhanced Communication
Website: http://www.saanich.ca
Key facts
Main target group: Older people in general
Sector(s): Health
Other sector(s): Recreation, Leisure and Social Connection
Desired outcome for older people:
Build and maintain relationships
- Ageism
- Accessibility
- Dementia
- Healthy behaviours (e.g. physical activity)
- Intergenerational activities
- Inclusion
- Participation
Contact details
Name: Saanich Parks, Recreation, Community Services Wallace
Email address: julie.wallace@saanich.ca