Senior Pride were involved to ensure the plan’s success. In addition to specific organizations and key stakeholders, the working group also sought input from the ELDER Alliance Action Teams, namely the Housing and Transportation Action Teams. During the planning process the entire ELDER Alliance had the opportunity to weigh in on specific recommendations or draft their own. Some groups involved in this process were: • The University of Arizona’s Center on Aging • YWCA of Southern Arizona • Southern Arizona Senior Pride • The Center for Community Dialogue • The Governor’s Advisory Council on Aging • Old Pascua Adelante Connector • Tucson Urban League An estimated 60% of the ELDER Alliance's membership is age 50 and older, allowing for a representation of older adults. Collaboration with Community Groups In addition to working with Action Teams comprised of service providers and subject matter experts, the working group also consulted directly with groups in the community that are comprised of an older constituency, including
the UnitedWay of Tucson and Southern Arizona and Pima Council on Aging. The ELDER Alliance operates through Action Teams to carry out their collective vision that older adults thrive, enjoy quality of life, and play an active role in shaping livable communities for all ages in Pima County. These teams are: • Age-Friendly/Livable Community • Behavioral Health and Aging Council (BHAC) • Direct CareWorkforce • End of Life Care Partnership • Housing • Marketing
• MatureWorkforce • Social Engagement • Transportation • Voices
Each Action Team of the ELDER Alliance was asked to provide input into the needs assessment and plan development. Multiple organizations and partners within the ELDER Alliance, including Catholic Community Services, Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest, and Southern Arizona
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