The City of Casey is inviting residents to share their views on living and ageing well in Casey to help the council plan for the needs of its growing ageing community.
By 2036, Casey is projected to have more than 90,000 residents aged over 60 – a 64 per cent increase on the current number and the second highest number in Victoria.
Casey Council delivers 14 different aged and disability services across the municipality and would like to hear from residents who use these services, as well as carers and others likely to use these services in the future, about what they need to help them live well in their community, and any barriers they face.
The Living and Ageing Well survey asks residents about topics such as access to transport, access to services, social participation, opportunities to connect and be involved in the local community and feeling safe and respected in the community.
Residents who complete the survey also have the chance to win one of three $50 Westfield vouchers.
City of Casey Chair of Administrators Noelene Duff said the survey was important given the recent reforms to the Aged and Disability sector announced by the Federal Government following the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety which concluded earlier this year.
“We want to know what our community thinks about Casey as a place to live well and age positively and what is important to them when choosing services and providers. Gaining a better understanding of our resident’s needs will help us make informed decisions about how we can best support them now and in the future,” Ms Duff said.
The survey is available on Casey Conversations and will be open until Thursday 9 September.
