Document Type
Research Report
Publication Date
6-2023
Keywords
aging, mobility, community, transportation, gerontology, disabilities, loneliness, outdoor spaces, social isolation
Disciplines
Community-Based Research | Gerontology | Social Welfare
Abstract
This report describes research undertaken by the Center for Social & Demographic Research on Aging (CSDRA) within the Gerontology Institute at the University of Massachusetts Boston, on behalf of the City of Brockton. The goals of this project were to investigate the needs, interests, preferences, and opinions of Brockton’s residents age 60 or older by engaging the community regarding their experiences and needs relevant to the COA’s objective to identify and serve the needs of all Brockton citizens 60 and older. The contents of this report are meant to inform the City of Brockton, the Brockton COA, Senior Center, and organizations that work with and on behalf of older residents of Brockton for the purposes of COA mission fulfillment alongside planning and coordination of services for current and future needs of residents. The report will also help to build awareness about issues facing Brockton among community members at large.
Community Engaged/Serving
Part of the UMass Boston Community-Engaged Teaching, Research, and Service Series. //scholarworks.umb.edu/engage
Recommended Citation
Coyle, Caitlin E.; Massihzadegan, Setarreh; Kijewski, Josef; and Somerville, Ceara, "Aging in Brockton: A Community Needs Assessment" (2023). Center for Social and Demographic Research on Aging Publications. 100.
https://scholarworks.umb.edu/demographyofaging/100
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