The foundation of the report, the Age-Friendly Community Plan, is the World Health Organization’s eight dimensions of what makes a place age-friendly:

1. Outdoor spaces and public buildings are pleasant, clean, secure and physically accessible.

2. Public transportation is accessible and affordable.

3. Housing is affordable, appropriately located, well built, well designed and secure.

4. There are opportunities for seniors to participate in leisure, social, cultural and spiritual activities with people of all ages and cultures.

5. Older people are treated with respect and are included in civic life.

6. There are opportunities for employment and volunteerism that cater to older persons’ interests and abilities

7. Age-friendly communication and information is available.

8. Community support and health is tailored to older persons’ needs.