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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/10/2024 - Senior Advisory Board - Agenda - Regular MeetingSenior Advisory Board REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 – 11:30 am Fort Collins Senior Center, 1200 Raintree Drive, Fort Collins 80526 Zoom – See Link Below 1. CALL TO ORDER a. (TIME STARTED) 2. ROLL CALL a. Board Members Present - b. Board Members Absent - c. Staff Members Present – d. Guest(s)- 3. AGENDA REVIEW 4. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6. REOCCURRING BUSINESS a. Correspondence b. Six Month Calendar Update Participation for this Senior Advisory Board Meeting will be in person at the Fort Collins Senior Center located at 1200 Raintree Drive, Fort Collins, CO, 80526. You may also join online via Zoom, using this link: Senior Advisory Board Zoom Meeting Link Meeting ID: 840 4392 2080 Passcode: 811785 Online Public Participation: The meeting will be available to join beginning at 11:30 am. Participants should try to sign in prior to the 11:30 am meeting start time, if possible. For public comments, the Chair will ask participants to click the “Raise Hand” button to indicate you would like to speak at that time. Staff will moderate the Zoom session to ensure all participants have an opportunity to address the Board or Commission. To participate: • Use a laptop, computer, or internet-enabled smartphone. (Using earphones with a microphone will greatly improve your audio). • You need to have access to the internet. • Keep yourself on muted status. Masks Strongly Recommended in Indoor Public Spaces While there are currently no public health orders in place, Larimer County Public Health officials strongly recommend that well-fitting, high-quality masks are worn in crowded indoor spaces. For more information, please visit fcgov.com/covid [Board/Commission Name] REGULAR MEETING 7. GUEST SPEAKERS AND BOARD DISCUSSION a. Alison Weston, Injury Prevention Specialist from UCHealth 8. NEW BUSINESS a. Recent City Council Activity b. Annual Report review and approval 9. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS-Roundtable minute 10. COMMITTEES, EVENT ATTENDANCE & ONGOING INITIATIVES a. Housing b. Transportation c. Safety & Wellness d. Office on Aging e. Outreach to isolated communities f. Senior Center g. Future Speaker Ideas 11. UPCOMING EVENTS & OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS a. SAB May meeting location: virtual only b. Super Issues Meetings i. The Lincoln Center is booked for the following 2024 Super Issues Meetings. 1. Monday, March 25th (Columbine Room) 2. Monday, June 10th (Founder's Room) 3. Monday, September 9th (Founder's Room) c. New Member Training i. In-person training for new board and commission members is set to take place in Council Chambers on April 8th and April 22nd. ii. A virtual option will also be available for these updates if someone cannot attend in person. 12. ADJOURNMENT a. (TIME ENDED) 1 City of Fort Collins Senior Advisory Board Minutes Wednesday November 8th 11:30 am In Person meeting/Zoom Hybrid meeting 1200 Raintree Drive Fort Collins Senior Center Mission: The Senior Advisory Board shall serve in an advisory capacity to the Fort Collins City Council on programs and policies that help aging citizens live full and interesting lives and continue to contribute, participate, and share in the life of the community. I. Call to Order: 11:35am II. Public Participation Sammie, Gracie, Jessie, Ian III. Administrative Items a. Attendance: Deanna O’Connell, Mary Roberts, Gabby Rivera, David Kovach, Suzanne King, Myles Crane, Bruce Henderson Excused: Alicia Durand Staff members: Sarah Olear and Lisa Hays b. Approval of October minutes Motion: David Kovach. Unanimously approved. c. Correspondence – None d. Six Month Calendar Update – Sarah will keep updated monthly see agenda packet. IV. Today’s Guest Speakers: Hanna Brown, Executive Director of Sound Affects Music (SAM) a. See slide presentation. b. Sound Affects Music provides musical entertainment to senior facilities. c. They have grown and now provide 50 performances per month to a variety of facilities and individuals. V. New Business: a. Recent City Council activity • Land Use Code has passed. • Striving to make parking easier in old town. b. Work Plan discussion • Current work plan aligns with continuing plans for future work. c. Transfort fee free initiative • Bruce drafted a letter to City Council expressing the SAB’s thoughts toward the initiative. • Myles made a motion and David seconded to send the letter to City Council. VI. Ongoing initiatives. a. SAB community outreach – Sarah has submitted the flyer information to Marketing. b. Board member roundtable minute - none c. Housing – Mary/ Alan no report d. Transportation – Bruce no report. e. Safety & Wellness – Deanna no report f. Senior Center – Sarah no report g. Future SAB Guest Speakers VII. Adjourn 1:10pm UPCOMING EVENTS and OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS There is a new place in the mall run by volunteers that offers board games and puzzles for the public to check out for 3 weeks. They are open Tues and Sat. from 10-4pm 2 Date Meeting Agenda Item Tuesday, February 13, 2024 Work Session Council Priority Setting-Session #2 Monday, February 26, 2024 State of the City Address Tuesday, March 19, 2024 Council Meeting Adoption of City Strategic Plan Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Work Session Residential Occupencay-Discussion #1 Fall Prevention Alison Weston Injury Prevention Specialist UCHealth Northern Colorado Leading Causes of Death CDC STEADI Powerpoint Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 2 Falls Are Common Data sources: National Vital Statistics System, National Electronic Injury Surveillance System–All Injury Program, and Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. CDC STEADI PowerPoint Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 3 Top Mechanisms of Injury for PVH & MCR October 2022-October 2023 UCHealth Trauma Registry 4 Falls Are a Growing Burden Data sources: Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System and United States Census Bureau CDC STEADI PowerPoint Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 5 Falls Are Costly Florence C., et al. (2018). Medical costs of fatal and nonfatal falls in older adults. Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, 66(4), 693-698. CDC STEADI PowerPoint Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 6 Consequences of Falls Among Older Adults CDC STEADI PowerPoint Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 7 Falls Might Not Be a Priority for Patients Less than half of older adults who fall talk to their doctor about falls. Reasons include: Belief that falls are a normal part of aging. Fear that a fall may lead to loss of independence. Not aware of common fall risk factors. Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 8 Top 4 things to consider for falls prevention 1.Home Hazards 2.Exercise 3.Medication Management 4.Footwear Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 9 Safe Mobility Coalition •15 partner agencies including but not limited to CSU, EMS, Fire, Senior Centers, Office on Aging and internal UCHealth departments. •Coordinates yearly annual fall prevention awareness event. •Created Larimer County Resource Booklet. •Research article discussed each meeting. •Evaluate gaps and overlaps in programming.Pictured partners: UCHealth Pharmacy, UCHealth Palliative Care, UCHealth Physical Therapy, Partnership for Age Friendly Communities, Chilson Senior Center, Volunteers of America Handyperson Program, UCHealth Aspen Club Senior Services 10 Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 11 Annual Fall Prevention Awareness Event 12 •15-20 partner agency booths with additional resources. •Medication management reviews. •Exercise demonstrations provided for Tai Chi, N’Balance and Yoga. •Fall risk assessment, blood pressure checks, heel assessment for osteoporosis and more screenings available. •Free to all participants. Stepping On •Evidence-based, 7 week program held for 2 hours once a week. •Classes are held in Fort Collins, Estes Park, Windsor and Loveland. •Partner with Loveland Police Services, UCHealth Pharmacy, Ensight Vision Center, Fort Collins Police Services and Estes Park Fire Department for guest speakers. •Partner with local independent living facilities to hold classes. Additional Fall Prevention Programs •Balance screenings by a physical therapist in multiple locations. •Pre-recorded educational series created by UCHealth. •Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation at PVH •Fall prevention tips and resource booklet available in Epic for discharging patients. Older Adult Falls and Driving CarFit •Offers older adults the opportunity to check how well their personal vehicles "fit" them. •Provides information and materials on community-specific resources that could enhance their safety as drivers, and/or increase their mobility in the community. •Appointments are held once a month. •Partner with local occupational therapist to provide the program. 15 Anecdotal thoughts 1.A lot of calls we make say ‘I know what happened’, ‘it was an accident, it won’t happen again’. Not willing to make any changes. 2.When we had to cancel one of our classes, one woman said, “I am 80 and want to participate in these classes but I cannot get my friends to get up and do things with me. I don’t know how you are going to get people to engage when I cannot get my friends to leave their home.” 3.Our physical therapists are seeing much higher levels of need since the pandemic. 4.I don’t want to make these changes because they make me feel old. In my mind I am still young. How can we reframe this to the fact that utilizing some of these tools in their toolbox can help continue doing the things they enjoy doing. 5.Our class numbers continue to stay low or we have people sign up and then cancel once class gets closer. 6.Our classes tend to be those in their 80s. How can we start younger? 7.Get a lot of requests for learning how to fall correctly. Research shows fall risk is lower if they are able to get up off the ground. 8.Teach to call 911 instead of laying on the ground, get checked out if hits head. Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 16 Additional Ideas 1.Change the narrative –how can we focus on starting falls prevention early. •Ex: Yes, your mother may be falling but how can you also look at ways to make behavior changes now to prevent your risk down the road. •Slowing down, home safety assessment, learning how to fall 2.Connect classes/programs with insurance. 3.Looking at updates around the city with a falls prevention lens –how long cross walks are, cracks in the side walks, lighting, stairs/rails. Set footer with Insert > Header & Footer 17 Questions? Alison Weston Alison.Weston@uchealth.org 970-495-7502 Community Health FALLS PREVENTION TIPS FOR SENIORS 22-CH-4746-ED IF YOU FALL, DON’T PANIC. Assess the situation to determine if you are hurt. If you are hurt: • Use your personal alarm (Lifeline device or similar). • Crawl or scoot to the phone. • Call 911 immediately. • Tell EMS if you are taking blood thinners (Coumadin, Plavix, aspirin, etc.). If you are not hurt: • Roll onto your side and get on your hands and knees. • Crawl to the nearest piece of sturdy furniture. • Place your hands on the surface and your stronger foot flat on the floor. • Lean forward and push up onto your legs. • Sit down and rest. • Tell someone you fell. For more information, contact the Injury Prevention Program near you: • UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital or UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies – 970.495.7502 • UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital – 720.848.5165 • UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central – 719.365.2872 If you are interested in taking a class to help prevent falls, visit uchealth.org/steppingon. FALLS ARE A SERIOUS PROBLEM. In the United States, falls are the leading cause of death and injuries in people 65 and older. Falls can happen any time and any place to people of all ages, but many falls can be prevented. A fall can be a major life-changing event that can take away your independence. You can reduce your chances of falling by following some basic steps. Making your home safer: • Remove any throw rugs; they are a big reason people trip and fall at home. • Make sure you have enough light in hallways and stairways. Turn on lights when you enter a room. • Keep stairs and walkways free of clutter. • Install handrails on both sides of the stairway. • Use the handrails while going up and down stairs. • Use night lights in bathrooms and hallways to assist you in the middle of the night. • Use brighter light bulbs to light your rooms. • Frosted light bulbs can help reduce glare. • Place a non-slip mat in the bathtub and shower. • Install grab bars in the shower or tub and by the toilet. • Do not grab towel bars or toilet paper holders as they are not secured well enough to the wall. • Move commonly used items to lower shelves or purchase a reaching tool to make it easier. • Rearrange furniture to allow for more open space. • Before getting out of bed, sit on the edge and secure your footing to make sure you are not dizzy. • Avoid wearing high heels or thick-soled shoes. • Wear shoes with non-skid soles and keep them snug by keeping laces tied. • Put on your glasses, not bifocals. Mind your medicine. Have a provider or pharmacist review all of your medicines, including nonprescription drugs (cold medicines, vitamins, herbal medicines, glucosamine, etc.). Some combinations of medicines can cause dizziness or make you drowsy, which can increase your chances of falling. Talk to your health care provider. Keep a journal of any symptoms or problems you have as they occur. Be sure to include the date. Take the journal to your appointments and record all remarks and recommendations. Visit your doctor every year, including your eye doctor. Poor vision can increase your chances of falling. Exercise: Exercise is one of the most important things you can do to reduce your risk of falling. Focus on exercises that improve your balance and coordination. Some examples include: • Exercise classes. • Tai chi. • Yoga. • Water exercises—This no impact way of exercising is great for those with joint problems. Don’t rush. Take your time. Remember to talk to your doctor before beginning an exercise program and start slowly. Drink responsibly. Our bodies process alcohol differently as we get older. Keep in mind there are numerous medicines that do not react well with alcohol. Talk to your provider. Use walking aids correctly. If you need a walking aid, have it fitted by a therapist. Use the aid as directed. Safe Mobility and Fall Prevention Programs and resources to maintain your independence Research shows that participating in regular physical activity, reviewing medications with your provider and improving the safety of your home have the highest rates of reducing your risk of falling. 19-CH-3027-R1 Programs in Larimer County include (but are not limited to): Chilson Senior Center: 970.962.2783 or cityofloveland.org/chilsonseniorcenter • Balance classes • Balance screenings • Personal training Fort Collins Senior Center: 970.221.6644 or fcgov.com/seniorcenter • Balance classes • Personal training • SilverSneakers UCHealth Aspen Club: 970.495.8560 or uchealth.org/aspenclub • Balance classes • Balance screenings • CarFit Balance classes: Matter of Balance, N’Balance and Stepping On are evidence–based, six- to eight-week classes offered throughout the year. Balance screenings: 20-minute appointments with a physical therapist to look at fall risk levels and recommendations on how to decrease your fall risk. CarFit: An educational program offering the opportunity to check how well a personal vehicle fits the individual. Medication review: Have your medications and supplements reviewed by a pharmacist. Personal training: A trainer provides a personalized approach to improving fitness. Physical therapy: In addition to helping to recover from surgery or an injury, physical therapy can help build strength and improve balance. Insurance may cover some costs. SilverSneakers: Exercise programs included for free or for a small fee through select insurance: silversneakers.com. Strength and core training: Increasing muscle and core strength helps one perform day-to-day activities. Resistance tools and weights may be used. Tai chi: This ancient practice has been shown to be very effective in improving balance and can be adapted to a variety of levels. Water exercise: All types of exercise can be accomplished in the water and can be especially helpful to people with joint problems. Yoga: Balance and flexibility are emphasized with a variety of levels offered, including a chair version. Others: Many movement classes are offered locally. In addition, there are various education programs offered that can assist in improving overall health and wellness. • Water exercises • Yoga • SilverSneakers® • Strength and core training • Tai chi • Strength and core training • Water exercises • Tai chi • Yoga • Yoga• Medication review • Strength and core training • Tai chi Other resources: A Little Help: Connects older adults to volunteers who are willing to help with transportation, house and yard help, social and educational activities and check-in calls/visits. Visit alittlehelp.org for more information. Answers on Aging Resource Guide: A list of local resources from housing options to transportation services. Find these booklets at your local senior center, Office on Aging or Aspen Club Senior Services. In-home Assessment: An individualized plan created by an occupational therapist including recommendations and strategies to help a person remain independent and safe in their home. Covered by Medicaid, Medicare and other insurances. Call Covell Care for direct access to an in-home assessment (970.204.4331). Lock Box Program: Provides a realtor-style box for emergency services to access a key to your home in case of emergencies. Operated by Poudre Fire Authority (970.416.2891), Loveland Police Department (970.962.2229) and Windsor/Severance Fire Rescue (970.686.2626). Loveland Fitness Court: Free outdoor, uncovered fitness court. Please contact a doctor before starting any exercise routine (cityofloveland.org/departments/fitness-court). Low-vision resources: Ensight Skills Center (970.407.9999) and Disabled Resources (970.581.5695). Medical Equipment Loan Closets (free and low-cost): Disabled Resources in Fort Collins (970.482.2700) and Loveland (970.667.0816), GoodHealthWill in Loveland (970.624.6002), Christ Center Community Church (970.223.5770) and HELP International Johnstown (970.481.2531). Office On Aging: Find information and resources on all topics related to older adults (970.498.7750). Senior Access Points of Larimer County: A program of Larimer County Office of CSU Extension that provides reliable resources for aging well in Larimer County: larimerseniors.org. Smoke and carbon monoxide battery check: Poudre Fire Authority (970.416.2891), Loveland Fire Rescue Authority (970.667.2151) or Windsor/Severance Fire Rescue (970.686.2626). Volunteers of America Handyperson Program: Grab-bar installation, handrail placement and installation, chair risers, walker steps and wheelchair ramps. Pay only for the cost of materials (970.472.9630 ext. 35). Community Connection: Fill out a profile for your residence in case Poudre Fire Authority are called to your home to give information on accessibility, pets and other need-to-know information about yourself and others within your home. Visit poudre-fire.org for more information. Vitals App: App used by UCHealth EMS and Fort Collins Police that allows a person or caregiver to download and voluntarily provide information about medical conditions, intellectual and developmental conditions or disabilities, memory loss and mental health challenges. The account profiles often include de-escalation cues and techniques, behavior triggers and current medications. The app has been described as a “real-time digital medical ID.” Please visit your app store to download. Driving Assessments: Provides education regarding community mobility, driving performance and the road ahead. Helps older drivers and their families make good decisions about driving. Covell Care offers in-office options (970.204.4331) and Pro31 offers an on-the-road driving exercise (970.988.9085). Private pay only, as Medicare does not cover driving services. Comprehensive Driving Evaluations: For older adults interested in returning to driving after a medical event or if looking for a check-up. Occupational therapy evaluations include physical, visual processing, cognitive skills as they relate to activities of daily living, community mobility and transportation. Covered by VA if authorized by your VA physician. Medicare does not cover driving services so, under Medicare, the evaluation is private pay. Call Health Promotion Partners for more information (719.231.6657). Annual Report City of Fort Collins Senior Advisory Board (SAB) 2023 Annual Report Consistent with our Mission, the Senior Advisory Board (SAB) assumed responsibility to serve as advisors to City Council on programs and policies that help older residents live full and interesting lives, continuing to contribute and participate in our vibrant community. The Board is involved in a network of various agencies and organizations for older adults so that we may remain aware of issues, needs and occurrences that may be relevant to SAB’s work for City Council. Our primary focus was to provide education to our community about the aging process, to advocate for a good quality of life and to encourage networking among the various groups that deal with issues impacting older residents. Our focus throughout the year was to be informed, as well as to update Council and our city’s seniors regarding issues pertaining to their health, well-being, safety and neighborhood livability. In 2023 the Senior Advisory Board on balance achieved goals for our 2023 Work Plan as indicated below. 1. EDUCATION In 2023 the SAB hosted 17 speakers addressing matters of Neighborhood Livability, Transportation, Safety and related well-being issues for older adults. Speakers focused on the following topics with public participation and subsequent SAB deliberations: a. Beth Jaeger - Fort Collins Human Relations commission on the FOCO Human Library program. b. Heidi O’Mara & Megan DeMasters – Senior Specialist Environmental Sustainability Services spoke on progress made with the EJEPA grant. c. Teresa Roche – City of Fort Collins Human Resources Executive spoke towards volunteer appreciation. d. Davina Lau, FC Public Engagement Specialist Boards & Commissions spoke on B&C updates. e. Dr. Allyson Brothers, Associate Professor, CSU, Hum. Dev. & Family Studies spoke on the CSU Gerontology Club. f. Rachel Washburn, President CSU Gerontology Club and Club Officers presented on what the CSU Gerontology Club has been up to. g. Denny Moyer, CEO, Melody Bettenhausen, COO and Amy Heath spoke regarding EnSight. h. Cory Schmidt Mobility Director North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization (NFRMPO) and Brooke spoke on the progress of Ride NOCO in management of transportation for seniors in Northern Colorado. i. Tony J. Van Goor, MD, County Board of Health addressed health issues relating to seniors. j. Ginny Sawyer, Project Manager with City Manager’s Office discussed November Ballot issues. k. Senator Joann Ginal gave a comprehensive overview of the bills and legislation she has been focusing on regarding older adults. l. John Singleton, Chair of Affordable Housing Board, gave an overview of board responsibilities and discussed collaborative opportunities. m. Hanna Brown, Executive Director for Sound Affects Music (SAM) shared information regarding the organization. 2. OUTREACH SAB coordinated its work with a network of City, Community, County, and State departments, agencies and organizations boards, committees and so forth, including: o Larimer County Office on Aging o Colorado Center for Aging o Colorado Commission on Aging o Colorado State University Undergraduate Gerontology Club o PAFC Steering Committee and Priority Groups for Housing, Health and Wellness, Transportation and Culture of Aging o Fort Collins Housing Catalyst and Affordable Housing Board o Fort Collins Transportation Board and Bicycle Advisory Committee o Fort Collins Parks and Recreation o Fort Collins Senior Center o CSU Intergenerational Conversations Project o CSU/Columbine Center for Healthy Aging o Professionals for Seniors o Senior Access Points 3. Advocacy o SAB provided the Mayor, Council and City Management with communications throughout the year including recommendations re: o Boards & Commissions attended the Live Involved event and promoted the Senior Advisory Board. o Created an Affordable Housing one-page documents for board members to utilize as a resource. o Created a handout with board information to share with the public. o Submitted a letter regarding the continued support of of Fare Free Transit programming in November of 2023. It is important that older adults are considered in decisions made by Council regarding the community. The ‘norms’ for the older generation are changing (as family dynamics change), older adults become an increasingly greater segment of the workforce as retirement years last longer. Older people contribute to the City’s economy and in coming years will represent 20% of Colorado’s population. The SAB recognizes the important elements of our work and we will inform Council so that the City of Fort Collins remains a healthy, vibrant community for people of all ages with active members from the entire population. SENIOR ADVISORY BOARD: What does an advisory board do: These boards make recommendations to the City Council and City staff on areas of particular knowledge or expertise. Recommendations made by advisory boards are formal opinions to the City Council on items and subjects that are on the boards' approved workplans. These recommendations are limited to advisement and are not decisive actions. UPCOMING EVENTS & OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS a. Super Issues Meetings i. In 2015, City Council created a process for engaging boards and commissions in discussion of broader policy issues and matters not specifically identified in the stated function of each board or commission. These meetings have been dubbed "super issue" meetings, providing an opportunity for boards and commissions to come together to learn about and discuss key topics or issues. All members of boards and commissions are invited to attend super issue meetings. No formal action is taken at these meetings. It is possible that three or members of any particular board or commission may be in attendance at these meetings. Meetings are open to the general public; however, the public in invited to observe but not participate. ii. The Lincoln Center is booked for the following 2024 Super Issues Meetings. 1. Monday, March 25th (Columbine Room) 2. Monday, June 10th (Founder's Room) 3. Monday, September 9th (Founder's Room) March 25th will be dedicated for boards and commissions to learn about each other. The current thought for the meeting is to have different board members at tables and people can move between tables to learn about other boards. Let me know if you are able to attend the March 25th meeting. Times are TBD. b. New Member Training i. In-person training for new board and commission members is set to take place in Council Chambers on April 8th and April 22nd. More details will be shared as the date approaches but this is also an opportunity for returning members to attend and learn updates regarding the Code of Conduct and the Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy. A virtual option will also be available for these updates if someone cannot attend in person.