2. Is Concord an Age-Friendly Community???
   Along with neighboring towns and assistance from AARP, Concord is developing an Age-Friendly Action Plan to ensure that the Town's services, initiatives and programs continue to align with our resident's evolving needs. The first step in this process will be a town-wide survey of residents over 50 to help us understand the importance and availability of various amenities (housing, transportation, activities, health services, etc.). If you have questions or need assistance with the survey, please call the Concord Planning Division at 978-318-3290.
6. Your Town
8. 1. How would you rate Concord as a place for people to live as they age?

   1. Excellent
   2. Very Good
   3. Good
   4. Fair
   5. Poor
10. 2. What is your 5-digit ZIP code?
12. 3. How long have you lived in Concord?

    1. Less than 5 years
    2. 5 years but less than 15 years
    3. 15 years but less than 25 years
    4. 25 years but less than 35
    5. 35 years but less than 45
    6. 45 years or more
14. 4. How important is it for you to remain in Concord as you age?

    1. Extremely important
    2. Very important
    3. Somewhat important
    4. Not very important
    5. Not at all important
18. Housing
20. 5. Tell us about your living arrangement.

    1. Own
    2. Rent
    3. Assisted Living Facility
    4. Subsidized Housing
    5. Nursing Home
    6. Other type of living arrangement (such as living with family or a friend), please specify below
22. If other living arrangements, please specify here:
24. 6. What type of home is your primary home?

    1. Single family home
    2. Mobile home
    3. Town home or duplex
    4. Apartment
    5. Condominium or coop
    6. Senior living community
    7. Other, please specify below
26. If other type of home, please specify:
28. 7. Who do you live with? (check all that apply)

    1. Single, live alone
    2. Spouse/partner
    3. Child(ren) or Relative(s)
    4. Roommate
    5. Other, please specify below
30. Other, please specify here:
32. 8. What factors would influence your decision to stay in your home in your retirement (no longer working)?
34. a. Affordability: Being able to afford the cost of rent or mortgage in Concord
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
35. b. Relationships: Remaining connected to my family and friends
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
37. c. Overwhelm: Moving would be overwhelming
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
38. d. Attachment: Having strong memories and long history in this home
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
40. e. No Desire: In general, having no desire to move
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
41. f. Amenities and Services: Having access to important amenities and services in my community
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
43. g. Climate: Liking the regional climate
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
44. h. Health Care: Wanting to keep my current health care providers
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
46. i. Social Events: Having access to social activities and events
    -- Select One --YesNoNot sure
48. j. Other, please specify here:
50. 9. What features or services do you need, or do you anticipate needing in order to live independently in your home?
52. a. Housekeeping and meal preparation assistance
    -- Select One --YesNoAlready HaveNot Sure
53. b. Bathing, dressing, and other personal care assistance
    -- Select One --YesNoAlready HaveNot Sure
55. c. Easier access into or within your home such as a ramp, chairlift or elevator, or wider doorways
    -- Select One --YesNoAlready HaveNot Sure
56. d. Bathroom modifications such as grab bars, handrails, a higher toilet or non-slip tiles
    -- Select One --YesNoAlready HaveNot Sure
58. e. A bedroom, bathroom and kitchen on the first floor
    -- Select One --YesNoAlready HaveNot Sure
59. f. Better lighting
    -- Select One --YesNoAlready HaveNot Sure
61. g. A medical emergency response system that notifies others in case of emergency
    -- Select One --YesNoAlready HaveNot Sure
63. h. Other, please specify below
65. 10. How important is it to have access to the following in Concord?
67. a. A home repair service for low-income and older adults that helps with repairs
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot Important At All
68. b. Seasonal services such as lawn work or snow removal for low-income and older adults
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
70. c. Affordable age-restricted housing options for adults of varying income levels
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
71. d. Homes that are equipped with features such as a no-step entry, wider doorways, first floor bedroom and bath, grab bars in bathrooms
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat Important Not Very ImportantNo At All Important
73. e. Well-maintained and safe low-income housing
    -- Select One --Extremely Important Very ImportantSomewhat Important Not Very ImportantNot At All Important
74. f. Community amenities (downtown area, businesses, grocery store, parks)
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
76. 11. Do you think Concord needs more of the following?
78. a. A home repair service for low-income and older adults that helps with repairs
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
79. b. Seasonal services such as lawn work or snow removal for low-income and older adults
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
81. Affordable age-restricted housing options for adults of varying income levels
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
82. d. Homes that are equipped with features such as a no-step entry, wider doorways, first floor bedroom and bath, grab bars in bathrooms
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
84. e. Well-maintained and safe low-income housing
    -- Select One --Yes NoNot Sure
85. f. Community amenities (downtown area, businesses, grocery store, parks)
    -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
87. 12. How important do you think it is to have the following in Concord?
89. a. Well-maintained and safe parks that are within walking distance of your home
    -- Select One --Extremely Important Very ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
90. b. Public parks with enough benches
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very Important Not At All Important
92. c. Sidewalks that are in good condition, free from obstruction and are safe for pedestrian use and accessible for wheelchairs or other assistive mobility devices
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
93. d. Well-maintained public buildings and facilities that are accessible to people of different physical abilities
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat Important Not Very ImportantNot At All Important
95. e. Separate pathways for bicyclists and pedestrians
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat Important Not Very ImportantNot At All Important
96. f. Well-maintained public restrooms that are accessible to people of different physical abilities
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery Important Somewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
98. g. Neighborhood watch programs
    -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
100. 13. Do you think Concord needs more of the following?
102. a. Well-maintained and safe parks that are within walking distance of your home
     -- Select One --YesNoNo Sure
103. b. Public parks with enough benches
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
105. c. Sidewalks that are in good condition, free from obstruction and are safe for pedestrian use and accessible for wheelchairs or other assistive mobility devices
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
106. d. Well-maintained public buildings and facilities that are accessible to people of different physical abilities
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
108. e. Separate pathways for bicyclists and pedestrians
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
109. f. Well-maintained public restrooms that are accessible to people of different physical abilities
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
111. g. Neighborhood watch programs
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
115. Transportation and Streets
117. 14. How often do you use the following transportation for shopping, doctor’s visits, running errands, etc?
119. a. Drive Myself
     -- Select One --AlwaysOftenSometimesRarelyNever
120. b. Have family, friends or neighbors drive me
     -- Select One --AlwaysOftenSometimesRarelyNever
122. c. Walk
     -- Select One --AlwaysOftenSometimesRarelyNever
123. d. Ride a bike
     -- Select One --AlwaysOftenSometimesRarelyNever
125. e. Use special transportation services (like Council on Aging services or those for seniors or persons with disabilities)
     -- Select One --AlwaysOftenSometimesRarelyNever
126. f. Use public transportation
     -- Select One --AlwaysOftenSometimesRarelyNever
128. g. Take a taxi/cab
     -- Select One --AlwaysOftenSometimesRarelyNever
129. h. Take a ride-hailing service (like Uber or Lyft)
     -- Select One --AlwaysOftenSometimesRarelyNever
131. h. Other, Please specify:
133. 15. How important do you think it is to have the following in Concord?
135. a. Accessible and convenient public transportation
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
136. b. Affordable public transportation
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
138. c. Well-maintained public transportation vehicles
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
139. d. Reliable public transportation
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
141. e. Safe public transportation stops or areas
     -- Select One --Extremely Important Very ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
142. f. Special transportation services for people with disabilities and older adults
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
144. g. A bike share program or bike rental service
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
145. h. Well-maintained streets
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
147. i Easy to read traffic signs
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
148. j. Enforced speed limits
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
150. k. Public parking lots, spaces and areas to park
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
151. l. Affordable public parking
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
153. m. Well-lit, safe streets and intersections for all users (pedestrians, bicyclists, drivers)
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
154. n. Audio/visual pedestrian crossings
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
156. o. Driver education/refresher courses
     -- Select One --Extremely Important Very ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
158. 16. Do you think Concord needs more of the following?
160. a. Accessible and convenient public transportation
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
161. b. Affordable public transportation
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
163. c. Well-maintained public transportation vehicles
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
164. d. Reliable public transportation
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
166. e. Safe public transportation stops or areas
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
167. f. Special transportation services for people with disabilities and older adults
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
169. g. A bike share program or bike rental service
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
170. h. Well-maintained streets
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
172. I. Easy to read traffic signs
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
173. j. Enforced speed limits
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
175. k. Public parking lots, spaces and areas to park
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
176. l. Affordable public parking
     -- Select One --YesNoNot sure
178. m. Well-lit, safe streets and intersections for all users (pedestrians, bicyclists, drivers)
     -- Select One --YesNoNot sure
179. n. Audio/visual pedestrian crossings
     -- Select One --YesNoNot sure
181. o. Driver education/refresher courses
     -- Select One --YesNoNot sure
185. Health and Wellness
187. 17. In general, when compared to most people your age, how would you rate your health?

     1. Excellent
     2. Very Good
     3. Good
     4. Fair
     5. Poor
189. 18. How important do you think it is to have the following in Concord?
191. a. Health and wellness programs and classes in areas such as nutrition, smoking cessation, and weight control
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
192. b. Older adult fitness activities
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
194. c. Conveniently located health and social services
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
195. d. A service that helps seniors find and access health and supportive services
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
197. e. Conveniently located emergency care centers
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
198. f. Easy to find information on local health and supportive services
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
200. g. Home care services including health, personal care and housekeeping
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
201. h. Well-maintained hospitals & health care facilities
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
203. i. A variety of health care professionals including specialists
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
204. j. Health care professionals who speak different languages
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
208. SOCIAL PARTICIPATION, INCLUSION AND EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
210. 19. About how frequently do you interact with your friends, family or neighbors? This interaction could be by phone, in person, email or social media (such as Facebook).

     1. Daily
     2. Several times a week
     3. Once every 2 or 3 weeks
     4. Once a month or less
212. 20. How important do you think it is to have the following in Concord?
214. a. Conveniently located venues for entertainment
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
215. b. Activities specifically geared to older adults
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
217. c. Activities that offer senior discounts
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
218. d. Activities that are affordable to all residents
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
220. e. Activities involving young and older people
     -- Select One --Extremely Important Very ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
221. f. Accurate and widely publicized information about social activities
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
223. g. A variety of cultural activities for diverse populations
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
224. h. Local schools that involve older adults in events and activities
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
226. i. Continuing education classes
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
227. j. Social clubs such as for books, gardening, crafts or hobbies
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
229. 21. Do you think Concord needs more of the following?
231. a. Conveniently located venues for entertainment
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
232. b. Activities specifically geared to older adults
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
234. c. Activities that offer senior discounts
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
235. d. Activities that are affordable to all residents
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
237. e. Activities involving young and older people
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
238. f. Accurate and widely publicized information about social activities
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
240. g. A variety of cultural activities for diverse populations
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
241. h. Local schools that involve older adults in events and activities
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
243. i. Continuing education classes
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
244. j. Social clubs such as for books, gardening, crafts or hobbies
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
246. 22. Which of the following best describes your current employment status?

     1. Employed, full-time
     2. Employed, part-time
     3. Unemployed, but looking for work
     4. Retired, not working at all
     5. Not in labor force for other reasons
248. 23. How important do you think it is to have the following in Concord?
250. a. A range of flexible job opportunities for older adults
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
251. b. Job training opportunities for older adults who want to learn new job skills within their job or get training in a different field of work
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
253. c. Jobs that are adapted to meet the needs of people with disabilities
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
254. d. Policies that ensure older adults can continue to have equal opportunity to work for as long as they want or need to regardless of their age
     -- Select One --Extremely ImportantVery ImportantSomewhat ImportantNot Very ImportantNot At All Important
256. 24. Do you think Concord needs more of the following?
258. a. A range of flexible job opportunities for older adults
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
259. b. Job training opportunities for older adults who want to learn new job skills within their job or get training in a different field of work
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
261. c. Jobs that are adapted to meet the needs of people with disabilities
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
262. d. Policies that ensure older adults can continue to have equal opportunity to work for as long as they want or need to regardless of their age
     -- Select One --YesNoNot Sure
266. COMMUNITY INFORMATION
268. 25. Have you ever used any of the following resources if you, a family member or friend needed information about services for older adults, such as caregiving services, home delivered meals, home repair, medical transport or social activities?
270. a. Local senior centers/Council On Aging
     -- Select One --YesNo
271. b. Local Area Agency on Aging such as Minuteman Senior Services
     -- Select One --YesNo
273. c. Family or Friends
     -- Select One --YesNo
274. d. Local nonprofit organizations, such as Hugh Cargill Trust or Open Table
     -- Select One --YesNo
276. e. AARP
     -- Select One --YesNo
277. f. Faith-based organizations such as churches or synagogues
     -- Select One --YesNo
279. g. Internet
     -- Select One --YesNo
280. h. Your doctor or other health care professional
     -- Select One --YesNo
282. i. Local government offices such as the Department of Health
     -- Select One --YesNo
283. k. Library
     -- Select One --YesNo
287. ABOUT YOU
289. 26. Are you male or female?

     1. Male
     2. Female
     3. Non-Binary or Transgender
291. 27. What is your age as of your last birthday?
     Please provide your age in years
293. 28. What is your current marital status?

     1. Married
     2. Not married, living with partner
     3. Separated
     4. Divorced
     5. Widowed
     6. Never married
295. 29. Does any disability, handicap, or chronic disease keep you and/or your spouse or partner from fully participating in work, school, housework or other activities?

     1. Yes, myself
     2. Yes, my spouse or partner
     3. Yes, both me and my spouse or partner
     4. No
297. 30. Are you of Hispanic, Spanish, Latino origin or descent?

     1. Yes
     2. No
299. 31. What is your race and/or ethnicity? [CHECK ALL THAT APPLY]

     1. White or Caucasian
     2. Black or African American
     3. American Indian or Alaska Native
     4. Asian
     5. Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
     6. Other, please specify below
301. Other, please specify here:
303. 32. What was your annual household income before taxes in the most recent tax year?

     1. Less than $10,000
     2. $10,000 to $19,999
     3. $20,000 to $29,999
     4. $30,000 to $49,999
     5. $50,000 to $74,999
     6. $75,000 to $99,999
     7. $100,000 to $149,999
     8. $150,000 or more
305. 33. Please use the space below for any additional comments.
307. Thank you very much for completing this survey. Your assistance in providing this information is greatly appreciated.
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