Age-Friendly Living

In an age-friendly community, policies, services and structures related to the physical and social environment are designed to support and enable older people to “age actively” – that is, to live in security, enjoy good health and continue to participate fully in society.

Brooklyn Park has made great strides in creating a welcoming and enriching environment for our senior residents. Minnesota is often ranked among the best states to retire. I will continue to work to support state funding to add amenities to the Community Activity Center including expanding senior services into the former central fire station.

We should continue to expand our activities and services for our senior population, and ensure their accessibility in terms of promotion, cost, and transportation. It's also paramount that we ensure our senior programs and activities are attractive and relevant to all of our diverse cultural communities.