People ages 65 and older are the fastest growing age group of people who are homeless; by 2030 their numbers will triple. While homelessness is devastating for all, older adults face additional risks and harms from the experience.(ASA Generations)
Latest AHAR Confirms Growing Concerns About Older Adult Homelessness
Click here to read more of the findings and for the complete
2020 Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR) Part 2.
To learn more about Beeson Senior Services,
connect with one of the partner sites by calling
Urban Ministry at 205.781.0517 or Avondale Samaritan Place at 205.592.3759.
See flyer below for Beeson Senior Services specifically at Avondale Samaritan Place
Ways to Approach Care for the Aging Homeless Population
A study mentioned through The Homeless Hub provides a comprehensive list of recommendations for shelters and service providers, including program design considerations and operational suggestions, to help best address the complex care of the older adult population.
Creating space ownership in shelters and in community facilities among seniors
Hiring diverse staff members
Supporting community engagement of seniors
Designing a housing framework
Understanding self-determination, independence and choice
Local Resources
The United Way Area Agency on Aging assesses the needs of older persons, distributes funds for the provision of services, implements a wide range of programs and provides counseling and information about available resources to senior citizens, people with disabilities and caregivers.
The mission of the Senior Services Division of Community Services is to provide health and education awareness, transportation services and other resources to enhance the lives of senior citizens throughout Jefferson County.
Click here to connect with Jefferson County Senior Services Division of Community Services.
The Canterbury-Beeson Forum has focused on aging topics that are beneficial to caregivers and medical professionals. A variety of speakers present each year and credit hours are provided and vary depending on your discipline.
