CDA Local Aging and Disability Action Planning Program Grant (2023-2025)

By 2030, 10.8 million Californians will be an older adult, making up one-quarter of the state's population.

In 2023, The County of San Luis Obispo Department of Social Services was awarded funding to continue development of a plan that ensures all residents have access to the resources and services that will allow them to live with dignity. This planning process brings together community and supportive organizations to meet the needs of SLO County's older adults, people living with disabilities, and professional and family caregivers of today and tomorrow. This project is held in collaboration with the Adult Services Policy Council (ASPC) Advisory Committee and YOU the members of our SLO County community!
 

BACKGROUND


All Californians should have the opportunity to age with dignity in the setting of choice, regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, immigration status, religion/faith, income, geography, sexual orientation, gender identity, language, or family status.

To meet the needs of the growing population of older adults and people with disabilities, as well as ensure that California harnesses their contributions and value, Governor Newsom issued an Executive Order (EO) in June 2019 calling for the creation of an MPA for the state (EO N-14- 19). The EO affirmed the priority of the health and well-being of older Californians and the need for policies that promote healthy aging and called for a “blueprint” for state government, local government, the private sector, and philanthropy to prepare the state for the coming demographic changes and to continue California’s leadership in aging, disability, and equity.
 

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OBJECTIVES


1.Improve community livability for people of all ages and abilities.
2.Address systemic age and disability-related inequities
3.Strengthen cross-sector collaboration to accomplish community goals
4.Transform infrastructure and coordination of services to better inform and support individuals and families
 

TARGET POPULATION

 

The LADAP grant program is supporting the work of the SLOMPA in its effort to improve the wellbeing of Older Adults, Adults Living with disabilities, their family members, friends, and caregivers in San Luis Obispo County. Considerations in this effort are being taken to address the unique needs of our rural and coastal community members that include our migrant and monolingual communities.

 

4 PILLARS OF THE PLAN

 

  • HOUSING: Aging in Place with Safety and Dignity
  • HEALTHCARE: Ensuring Access to Quality Care
  • EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING: Promoting Social Connectivity
  • CAREGIVING: Expanding Awareness and Options
     


RESOURCES

 



CONTACT

For more information on this program, please contact the Local MPA Advisory Committee [email protected]