County-funded senior-needs assessment finds growing 75+ population and urges coordinated services, targeted outreach
A UNM Center for Applied Research and Analysis report presented to Santa Fe County found the fastest growth among residents aged 75 and older, identified health- and home-support needs as top priorities, and recommended the county coordinate existing providers, target underserved geographies and develop a 10-year strategic plan.
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The Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners heard a presentation on Oct. 14 of a county-funded senior-needs assessment conducted by the University of New Mexico Center for Applied Research and Analysis (CARA). The researchers said the county’s senior population growth is concentrated among people aged 75 and older and recommended coordinated services and targeted outreach to meet gaps in health, home maintenance and caregiver support.
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