Community Profile

Name of Committee: Age Friendly Community Working Group
Population: 5,925 (2021)
Contact:

Funding:

  • Funding for a small percentage of staff salary to support the Working Group

This profile was updated in July 2023.

 

Age-Friendly Program Description

The AFC work is led by a municipal committee of council. Currently, the community is at the implementation stage and they are focusing on housing and communication.

Current and Completed AFC Projects, Programs and Initiatives

Transportation

  • Lanark Transportation Association Services (LTAS) provides travel assistance to rural individuals, supporting attendance to medical and specialized services. 

Housing

  • Co-Housing Options through Zoning Changes
  • Tiny Homes (Cohousing initiative)

 

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