The County acknowledges the role older adults have in impacting the culture, economy, and daily lives of all residents in their communities through sharing their life experiences and knowledge. As OC prepares for the significant growth of the aging population, the County remains committed to addressing the evolving needs of older adults and caregivers. Adults 65 years and older are the fastest growing segment of the overall OC population. Although the commonly recognized age in the United States for a senior citizen is 65 years and older, this plan includes services for older adults who are 60 years and older. To address the growing needs for these individuals and ensure a healthy and supportive environment, the County has aligned its initiatives with the goals and strategies outlined in the CA MPA.
Additional OC Cares: Master Plan for Aging Details
Priority Initiatives
Priority Initiative 1: Housing Security
“To provide housing security with a focus on support for older adults to age in place.”
Priority Initiative 2: Public Information & Resource Campaign
“To create an older adult and caregiver public information and resource campaign with a focus on expanding awareness and connection to available programs, services and resources in OC in an accessible way.”
Priority Initiative 3: Enhanced Care Coordination
“To connect vulnerable older adults to resources with a whole person care approach.”
Priority Initiative Implementation Progress Tracking
The County’s plan leaders will ensure progress of the priority initiatives and planned action items within the OC MPA. Reports will be developed to document progression and expected completion dates for each of the action items. In addition to progress toward the action items, each of the priority initiatives will develop key metrics to monitor success of the initiatives. These will be determined by the priority initiative action teams within the development process. An example of progress reporting is included below.
Conclusion & Next Steps
The OC MPA, operating under the “OC Cares” banner, represents a significant five-year strategic undertaking. The OC MPA is deeply aligned with the County’s overarching mission of fostering a secure, healthy, and fulfilling environment for all residents in OC. It aims to proactively address the evolving needs of OC’s growing older adult population and the individuals who provide their care.