Attachment 1 - Vision and Mission StatementDRAFT Ver. 2
Los Gatos Senior Services Committee
CREATING A COMMUNITY WHERE OLDER ADULTS THRIVE
VISION: Our vision is to create a community where older adults are engaged, valued
and provided equitable opportunities to thrive in an environment that protects against
isolation and promotes inclusion.
MISSION:Our mission is to provide an age-friendly community that:
● Provides resources and facilities for older adults to live full and healthy
lives with volunteer and leadership opportunities that provide a sense of
purpose, connection and belonging.
● Promotes physical activity and physical, cognitive, mental and spiritual
health for socially enriching lives.
● Promotes adequate and healthy nutrition through community programs.
● Embraces walkable spaces with safe, accessible and affordable
transportation.
● Promotes increased participation and communication with the older adult
community.
● Partners with local agencies that provide services and assistance for older
adults, creating a network that supports public information that delivers
services in a coordinated and collaborative manner.
● Ensures accountability by measuring and monitoring the results of our
efforts to provide services for older adults.
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