Explanation
This ordinance authorizes Columbus City Council to enter into a grant agreement with the Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resources Center (CBCRC) in support of the Villages program.
As the older adult population grows, there is a need for innovative approaches to service delivery. The Village Movement approach to aging works not only to ensure that older adults are able to age in their homes, but also in community. This movement fosters interdependence between neighbors that supports aging members, in addition to honoring the contributions of younger members. Older adults participating in the Village Movement will experience a more connected way of life, whether they are a recipient of services, a provider, or both. In order to generate a strong sense of community, the Village Movement engages members in creating and coordinating the activities of the Village. By strengthening the bonds between neighbors and recognizing the invaluable skills and knowledge held by older adults, the Village Movement hopes to provide a greater quality of life for all community members.
This ordinance will provide $10,000.00 in support to CBCRC’s Village in the Ville program, as well as $10,000.00 each to At Home By High and Village Connections. The CBCRC will serve as fiscal agent for the support directed to At Home by High and Village Connections.
Fiscal Impact: Funding is available within the Neighborhood Initiatives subfund.
Title
To authorize Columbus City Council to enter into a grant agreement with the Clintonville-Beechwold Community Resources Center in support of the Villages program; and to authorize an appropriation and expenditure of $30,000.00 within the Neighborhoods Initiatives subfund. ($30,000.00)
Body
WHEREAS, the Village Movement approach to aging works not only to ensure that older adults are able to age in their homes, but also in community; and
WHEREAS, this movement fosters interdependence between neighbors that supports aging members...
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