Carlsbad enhances senior services with age friendly action plan

The City of Carlsbad Senior Commission convened on February 27, 2025, to discuss ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing services for the senior community. The meeting highlighted the city's commitment to the Age-Friendly Action Plan, which Carlsbad was the first in North County to adopt. This plan has since inspired other cities to join in a regional approach to support seniors.

During the meeting, staff provided updates on the integration of the Age-Friendly Action Plan with the Parks and Recreation Department's master plan. They emphasized that the annual work plan reflects these strategic initiatives, ensuring that activities and events align with the goals set forth in both guiding documents. Specific references to these plans were noted in the presentations, indicating a structured approach to meeting the needs of the senior population.

The discussion also touched on intergenerational programming, which aims to foster connections between different age groups within the community. Staff indicated that they would provide further details on these initiatives at the next commission meeting, responding to any requests for more information.

The commission concluded the meeting by voting on the proposed agenda items, with no objections raised. The chair expressed gratitude to Commissioner Dillon for attending and acknowledged the contributions of all commissioners to the community.

Overall, the meeting underscored Carlsbad's proactive stance in addressing the needs of its senior residents through strategic planning and community engagement. Further developments and detailed discussions are anticipated in future meetings.