Agenda - 09-20-2022; 7-a - 2022-27 Orange County Master Aging Plan Presentation

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2 From 2010-18 Orange County's population grew by 12,325 residents, while its 65+ age group grew by 7,575 residents. This means that 61.5% of Orange County's growth was from the population 65+. Among peer counties, Orange County is second only to Chatham County (64.5%) in the share of county growth driven by its 65+ age group. The share of growth in this age group is substantially higher than the state (53.7%). The continued rise in the 60+ population reflects the crucial importance of why this MAP is needed to plan for programs and services that will serve Orange County's diverse older adult population. The success of the MAP depends on continued collaboration and community involvement over the next five years. Through working together, the goal is to build capacity to support the aging population and make Orange County a great place to age well. In addition to guiding the County, this planning process has been shared with other communities as a model for creating an aging plan for their communities. FINANCIAL IMPACT: Year One strategies will be accomplished within the approved FY 2022- 23 budget. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable to this item: • GOAL: FOSTER A COMMUNITY CULTURE THAT REJECTS OPPRESSION AND INEQUITY The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race or color; religious or philosophical beliefs; sex, gender or sexual orientation; national origin or ethnic background; age; military service; disability; and familial, residential or economic status. • GOAL: ENSURE ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY The creation and preservation of infrastructure, policies, programs and funding necessary for residents to provide shelter, food, clothing and medical care for themselves and their dependents. • GOAL: CREATE A SAFE COMMUNITY The reduction of risks from vehicle/traffic accidents, childhood and senior injuries, gang activity, substance abuse and domestic violence. • GOAL: ESTABLISH SUSTAINABLE AND EQUITABLE LAND-USE AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of people of all races, cultures, incomes and educational levels with respect to the development and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, policies, and decisions. Fair treatment means that no group of people should bear a disproportionate share of the negative environmental consequences resulting from industrial, governmental and commercial operations or policies. • GOAL: ENABLE FULL CIVIC PARTICIPATION Ensure that Orange County residents are able to engage government through voting and volunteering by eliminating disparities in participation and barriers to participation. With this MAP covering the eight (8) domains of the Age-Friendly Communities framework, and in partnership with the County, the towns, and 30+ community partners, it is a comprehensive plan that touches all of the BOCC's Social Justice goals. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT: There is no Orange County Environmental Responsibility Goal impact associated with receiving this presentation.