Saturday, March 3, 2018

Johnson County Aging Specialist

The senior population of Johnson County is growing and accessing services is not always clear or easy. About nine years ago, Johnson County was approached by senior advocates that encouraged the Supervisors to create a Livable Community committee. Johnson County received an innovation award in 2009 for the Livable Community initiative.

I am serving on the Livable Community board for my second time. Each month, we talk about issues people aging are facing trying to age in place or in obtaining services. The Livable Community Resource Guide and quarterly newsletter are great resources to learn more about what is available and what is happening. You can find these at: www.livablecommunity.org

Even with all these wonderful volunteers in Livable Community, it became clear that people need so more. The Supervisors talked about the issue and authorized the hiring of an Aging Specialist. To understand a bit more about the job and the needs, please read this article:

http://www.thegazette.com/subject/news/government/johnson-countys-new-aging-specialist-to-help-seniors-20180303

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