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Home My WebLink AboutPC - Public Comments - OASIS Senior CenterOASIS SENIOR CENTER Utilization Report November 2006 1133 Iq PARTICIPANTS ATTENDING 8,439 CUSTOMERS RECREATIONAL CLASSES PERSONALIZED SERVICES PROVIDED Includes: Blood Pressure 27 Information /Referral Braille 0 Legal Assistance Counseling - persons 55 Senior Assessment (hrsj Eldercare 0 Telephone Reassurance Employment 20 Visual Screening HICAP 36 Transportation Housing counseling 40 SENIORS RECEIVING TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Care -A- Van /Shuttle 1,194 CUSTOMERS RECEIVING NOON MEALS AT THE CENTER 3,974 CUSTOMERS 1,481 CUSTOMERS 896 7 35 342 5 18 1,015 CUSTOMERS 1,127 CUSTOMERS VOLUNTEER HRS. OF SERVICES PROVIDED AT THE CENTE 1,281.00 HOURS Includes: Kitchen Et Home (*equiv. to 9 full -time employees) . Front Office Travel Office Gift Shop Library Instructors President Treasurer Vice President Bookkeeper Taxes PARTICIPANTS IN FRIENDS OF OASIS TRAVEL PROGRAMS 184 CUSTOMERS Day Trios Lone Trios Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theater, 43 London & Paris Holiday Tour 0 San Manuel Indian Bingo Et Casino 54 Getty Museum 42 Coronado Christmas 45 SPECIAL, ACTIVITIES 658 CUSTOMERS Computer Friends 40 OASIS Golfers 137 Movie - Dreamer 30 Sunday Movies - UCI - Balance Lecture 60 Grumpier Old Men 32 Hoag Lecture - Healthy Holiday Eating Tips 25 Made for Each Other 30 HICAP Lecture 52 Adam's Rib 33 Thanksgiving luncheon 180 The Sky's the Limit 39 Flu Shot 170 Bowers Lecture 12 0 0 LOOKING TOWARD THE FUTURE OF OASIS PRESENTED TO THE OASIS SENIOR CENTER OF NEWPORT BEACH PREPARED BY ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH NEEDS ASSESSMENT NOVEMBER 2006 10 0 Looking Toward the Future of OASIS The Orange County Health Needs Assessment ( OCHNA) is an innovative and unique collaborative organization created to serve as the foundation for greater cooperation within the healthcare community countywide. Most of the public, private and governmental organizations that are concerned with the health status of Orange County residents are OCHNA members, including 25 hospitals, the Coalition of Community Clinics, CalOptima, and the Orange County Health Care Agency. OCHNA's mission is to enhance the health and quality of life of those we serve by putting information into action, through the support of Community Benefits Planning (SB 697), and by providing objective and reliable research, analysis and technical services. OCHNA Staff Pamela Austin, MSW, CFGE, founding and current CEO Tahereh Zamansani, MPH, Research Analyst Amy Wheeler, Technical Writer Erin Steffen, Administrative Coordinator Hilary Aralis, Research Assistant Intern Contact Information The Orange County Health Needs Assessment ( OCHNA) 2024 North Broadway, Suite 100 Santa Ana, California 92706 Phone(714)547 -7363 Fax (714) 547 -3629 On the web at www.ochna.org Table of Contents 0 Introduction Section I The OASIS Senior Center of Newport Beach Section II Summary of Survey Findings Recommendations Future of OASIS Population Profiles & Projected Trends Characteristics of Survey Participants Demographics —Survey Participants and Projections More Specific Survey Results Page 3 ri 5 6 -7 8 -15 16 -17 18 -19 20 -26 Section III Research Methodology 26 -27 AMMMED 0 o..,..r..,.... I.. w1.11. phoney 714 547 3631 1 fax 714 547.3629 1 ww ochna org Orange County Health Needs Assessment 2024 N. Broadway, Ste 100 • Santa Ana. CA 92706 Introduction In January 2006, the OASIS Senior Center of Newport Beach (OASIS) contracted with the Orange County Health Needs Assessment ( OCHNA) to assess the opinions and views of participants at the Senior Center as well as community leaders regarding the possibility of renovating or rebuilding their facilities, originally built in 1956. OASIS serves people age 50 and older in and around Newport Beach. Working closely with OASIS senior management to determine the most efficient and effective manner of soliciting feedback, OCHNA designed and fielded two surveys specifically developed to gather input from these two groups. One was a paper /pencil survey and the other was on online survey. Data was collected, cleaned and evaluated. A literature review was conducted on older -adult surveys from across the country. A summary of the responses are reviewed in context of national trends and current research. The results of this project are in this report. The report is organized into three sections: Section I describes the OASIS Senior Center of Newport Beach, its evolution, and current structure and functions. Section II displays the recommendations and highlighted results of both surveys, which will have an impact on the future of OASIS. This also includes current and projected trends specific to older adults in the United States, California and Orange County as background and context for this project. There are suggestions for the OASIS Senior Center of Newport Beach to consider as they explore the possibility of renovating or rebuilding their current facilities. Section III depicts the research methodologies used to design the survey, pilot testing, each data collection process, and subsequent data analyses. 10 0 Section L The OASIS Senior Center of Newport Beach OASIS Senior Center opened its doors on August 27, 1977 in Corona Del Mar. OASIS started off as a three -room gathering place offering Newport Beach seniors a place to interact with each other and play Bridge, garden, paint, golf and take organ classes. Just a couple months after its grand opening, OASIS started offering classes through Coastline Community College, something that the center continues to do. By the end of the year, about 800 participants gathered at the center for various social and recreational activities. Today, the Center offers many classes and social opportunities for about 7,000 participants. OASIS is comprised of five buildings and a community garden. Some of the activities offered include free Sunday movies, health and exercise classes, computer leaming opportunities, arts classes, special events, dancing groups, day trips and overnight trips. Additionally, the center offers many human services, which assist seniors to live more independently. OASIS also offers a low -cost transportation service, which will take them to medical appointments, shopping trips, errands, social engagements and OASIS Senior Center activities. OASIS is owned and operated by the city of Newport Beach. The Center also receives financial and volunteer support from the Friends of OASIS, a not - for - profit formed in 1977. Today the Friends of OASIS is 5,000 members strong and contributes about 25,000 volunteer hours to the Center every year. rc�k Ey ,U PW-d W Pa �LIF o W� u 0 0 Section II: Recommendations and Survey Findings Recommendations Based on a total of 621 paper /pencil and online survey results and future projections for Newport Beach seniors, OCHNA recommends the following: 1. Replacement or renovation of the current OASIS senior center for current and future program demands 2. A gym or workout room with separate locker rooms for men and women (many of the respondents would also like a therapeutic swimming pool) 3. External environment to comfortably access the outdoors for leisure, exercise and socialization 4. Programs and classes with emphasis on health promotion, education, physical health and social activities 5. Blood pressure screening programs 6. A computer lab with several computers available 7. Offer instructional classes in computer basics, health and the internet, governmental resources, travel 8. Create a user friendly OASIS website with A. Information about OASIS B. Programs and activities C. Class schedules D. News about events and volunteer activities 9. Ample parking with a separate, designated area for shuttles 10. Visible and sufficient maps and signs identifying the facility 11. A design that accommodates the physical needs of the aging population, while still remaining visually appealing. This design should include reception area with easy access to the building with automatic doors (current doors are too heavy for the elderly population) 12. Ongoing evaluation and assessment of the OASIS programs and facility for optimal planning of Newport Beach changing community 0 0 New Facilities According to the survey, majority of the current participants (90 %) and the non - participants (70 %) wanted OASIS to consider renovation or construction. The current available space at OASIS does not meet the obvious demand for current popular physical activity and educational programs and many of the other future potential programs needed by current and growing senior population of Newport Beach. The current facility lacks space and flexibility for program expansion and lacks the potential to attract and recruit new participants. The information gathered from this survey and the demographic projections supports the argument to build a new center on the existing property, to better serve the seniors in Newport Beach and surrounding area. Both current and potential participants rated the following to be top priorities when considering reconstruction OASIS: (Graph 1) 1. Gym or workout room (will address the more active, aging population) 2. Computer class room (reflects a more educated, computer savvy population) 3. Reception area with easy access 4. Automatic doors (selected mostly by current OASIS participant because current doors too heavy) When asked the respondents to select the most important features to be considered for repair the following were selected the most: (Graph 2) 1. Ample parking 2. Attractive decor 3. Temperature controlled rooms 4. Quality foods Future OASIS Programs Future programs should be tailored to the characteristics and needs of both current and potential participants to provide opportunities for the changing needs of the Newport Beach community. Both current and non - participants selected Health Promotion Programs, Educational Programs, and Health/Exercise activities and classes to be their preferences out of all programs. There was no age or gender difference in selection of different programs or classes. From the current programs: blood pressure screening, health information, computer classes, AAR.P mature driving, and physical training were among the most attended programs. Of the potential programs: educational enrichment classes, health information, Computer classes, transportation services, low- impact aerobics and walking groups, were among the highest selected programs. Those individuals who have never attended OASIS picked these selections more often. • Blood pressure screenings and health information fairs were the most popular Health Promotion Programs that OASIS could offer. It would be beneficial for OASIS to focus on the health and wellness needs of potential participants and to consider programs and services that assist participants in managing a temporary or permanent change in their health status. Future OASIS participants The first of the Baby Boomers will turn 65 in the year 2010. Baby Boomers are more educated and are better off financially than the previous generation; making changes to OASIS and its programs is necessary in order to address the needs of this aging population. It would be beneficial to both the seniors and to the Center, if OASIS concentrated on those who are not currently participating in any classes or events. If OASIS can address the needs of non - participants, they would be able to attract a completely new group. The non- participants who responded to the survey were mostly male (53 %), between 55 -64 years of age, highly educated with masters and higher degrees (411/6), not retired (55 %) and had no plans to move (84 %). This is a big shift from current OASIS participants, who tend to be female (69 0/6), retired (73 %) and between 75 and 84 years of age (42 1/6). To address anticipated changes among the future potential participants, adjustment in the following areas are essential: programs, services and reconstruction. The survey showed that non - participants have higher expectations regarding quality, availability and access to educational, health and physical activity services and programs. The programs and services offered should provide ample opportunities for educational programs and social activities that seniors of the future will find rewarding. 80% 70% 60% 50% 409, 30% 20% 0% 0% Potential Features to be Considered for Renovation or E ` E E E o o v 0.3 E Y o E ° n o 0 ■ Non -OASIS participants ■ OASIS - participants 10 0 I rri; In 2005, Newport Beach's total population was 82,381; by 2010, this population should be about 89,500 and by 2030 will reach 94,000 (U.S. Census Bureau). As the total population increases and the Baby Boomers turn 65, it can be assumed that the senior population of Newport Beach would follow the trends seen at the national, state and county level: an increase in the numbers and percentage of older adults. As the demographics of seniors throughout the nation, state and county change, it can be assumed that Newport Beach's older population will also become more diverse through the next 10, 20 and 50 years, even if it is not as extreme as the rest of California or Orange County. While catering to the Center's current population is vital, it is also important to address the population that will be served in the future. Current & Prospective Population Trends and Demographic Characteristics of Individuals aged 65 and older— United States, California and Orange County Agencies, organizations and institutions currently serving older adults, as well as those that plan to serve them in the future, need to monitor current and future trends to ensure that their programs most effectively and efficiently respond to the changing needs of these individuals. With always- limited funding, the importance of assessing and responding to consumer needs cannot be overstated. To facilitate this approach, demographic characteristics of the cohort of the U.S. population currently aged 65 and older, as well as future projections of this group, are provided in this section, followed by information specific to California, Orange County and the city of Newport Beach. United States: Population Profile and Projected Trends Throughout the 20th century, the number of people aged 65 and older in the United States increased rapidly, growing from 3.1 million in 1900 to 35.0 million in 2000 (U.S. Census, 2005). By comparison, the U.S. population only tripled in size during the same 100 years (CDC, 2004). According to the most recent Census Bureau information (December 2005), in July 2003, there were 35.9 million people aged 65 and older in the United States representing 12 percent of the entire population. The majority, just slightly more than half of these individuals, were 65 to 74 years of age, totaling 18.3 million individuals, another 12.9 million were 75 to 84 years of age and 4.7 million were 85 years of age and older (U.S. Census, 2005). This growth is expected to continue well into the 21st century, accelerating in 2011, when the oldest Baby Boomers turn 65. In the year 2000, people 65 years or older represented about 12 percent of the U.S. population; by 2030, the U.S. Census Bureau predicts that there will be 72 million people aged 65 and over in the U.S., representing close to 20 percent of the entire population. T, 0 `i i' The affects of the aging Baby Boomers is illustrated in the graph below. The oldest Baby Boomers turn 65 in the year 2011, the population will be especially impacted between the years 2010 and 2030, when the number of people aged 65 and older in the United States is projected to increase by about 30 million people. Population Aged 65 and Over: 2000 to 2050 (In Millions) 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 2000 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050 Sources: 2000, U.S. Census Bureau, 2001. Table PCT12, 2010 to 2050, U.S. Census Bureau. 2004. With the Baby Boomers will come an increase in ethnic diversity. Non - Hispanic, Whites still account for a very large proportion (83.6 %) of people aged 65 and older, but this is a decrease from the 1990 Census when non - Hispanic, Whites made up about 86.6% of the older population. By 2030, the proportion of non - Hispanic, Whites is projected to decrease to 72 % and by 2050 non - Hispanic, Whites will account for 61% of the older population. During that same time, the proportion of Asians and Hispanics will increase. E 0 0 Currently at 2.3% of the older populations, Asians will account for 8% of the older population in 2050. Hispanics, currently at 5 %, will represent 18% of the older population in 2050. (65+ in the United States: 2005) In addition to the increased numbers of older Americans, people are living much longer thanks to advances in medicine and technology. Today. women can expect to live an average of 80 years and men an average of 74 years (Conditions of Older Adults, 2003). Anticipating that they will live longer, healthier lives, people aged 50 and older (Baby - Boomers), as well as those 65 and older, are revising commonly held notions of aging in American society as they redefine what it means to grow old for themselves and their families. Not only are people living longer, they are healthier. The table below shows the decreased percentage of people who report that their health is "fair to poor" from 1991 to 2003. The biggest decrease is in those aged 75 years and older, indicating that even the oldest cohort may be more active than they were in the past. Percentage of People Who Describe their Health as Fair or Poor 35% 33% Age of 31% Respondent 29% f 55 -64 27% f 65+ 25% 23% 65 -74 21% t 75+ 19% 17% 15% 1991 1995 1997 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 'Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, National Health Interview Survey, 2005 Older adults are also experiencing fewer limitations because of chronic conditions. According the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, all adults aged 65 years and older reported fewer limitations in 2003 than they did in 1997. Like general health, the oldest population (aged 75 and older) showed the biggest decrease in those that reported any activity limitations caused by a chronic condition. lu 0 0 Percent of Persons with any Activity Limitation, Selected years from 1997 to 2003 Age in years 1997 2001 2002 2003 °/a change) 55 -64 22.2 20.7 21.1 21.1(-1.1) 65 and older 38.7 34.6 34.5 34.6(-4.1) 65 -74 30.0 26.0 25.2 26.3(-3.7) 76 and older 50.2 44.7 45.2 44.0 ( -6.2) An ever - present concern for aging adults is the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. The number of people who have Alzheimer's will increase significantly in the future as the Baby Boomers began to reach the age of onset. The projected numbers and the impact of Alzheimer's will be discussed in more detail, as Alzheimer's pertains specifically to Orange County's aging population. California: Current and Projected Trends Already one of the most populous states in the country, California's total population will continue to grow, increasing from 12 percent of the nation's population in 1990 to 14 percent of the population in 2020, an increase of 15.7 million people (California Department of Aging). In 2003, California had more adults aged 65 and older than any other state in the country. With almost 3.6 million, California had almost one million more people in this cohort than the next state, Florida, which had 2.8 million (Conditions of Older Adults, 2003). As the numbers of older adults increase, the ethnic diversity among this population will also increase. When talking about services for older adults, it is impossible to ignore the influence that the Baby Boomers will have in the next 10 to 20 years. .......................................... ............................... The oldest Bab} Boomers. hegan turning 60 in the year 2006 and bti the year 2010, ; the Bnomem mill represent 25 percent ot'the state's entire population. ......................................... ............................... That table below shows the most recent census data for California's older population and the projections from the California Department of Finance, through the year 2040. Over the next 33 years, the state of California will see an increase of 7.3 million people aged 60 and older. The biggest increase will be seen in the oldest old population. By 2040, California will see the population aged 85 and older increase 205 %, from 425,600 in 2000, to almost 1.3 million in 2040. Additionally, those between 80 -84 years old will increase 184% between 2000 and 2040. The California population between 65 -79 years old will increase 153% by 2040 (State of California, Department of Finance, Race /Ethnic Population with Age and Sex Detail, 2000 -2050, Sacramento, CA. May 2004. U.S. Census Bureau, 2000). The following table presents an overview of today's older Californians, but this has never been a heterogeneous group in terms of educational achievement. income level, or health and disability status. In the coming decades, the gap between the haves and the have -nots among older Californians is expected grow even wider. Educational and employment opportunities throughout life affect access to health care, retirement savings, and pension benefits in later life. The cumulative effect of all these factors shape older Californians' prospects for a healthy and secure retirement. Important differences among the State's older adults are tied to racial, ethnic, and cultural factors; gender and marital status; geographic location; and socio- economic resources. Snapshot of Californians Aged 65 and Older in the Year 2000 (2000 census) With high school diploma or higher 70.1% Limited English proficiency 16.9% Medi -Cal beneficiaries 20% Percent with any disability 42.2% Below poverty level 8.1% Poor or near poor (0 -199% of poverty) 28.6% Homeowners 74.5% Living alone 26% Women age 65+ living alone 31.4% Living in a nursing home 3.2% Number of grandparents responsible for basic needs of grandchildren 294,969 Proportion of Californians age 75 and older with a driver's license 159.6% Orange County: Current and Projected Trends PopuJution Trends According to the 2005 Orange County Health Needs Assessment report. 3.036,712 million people lived in Orange County in 2004. This represented 8.35% of California's total population and about 1 %of the United States' resident population. Orange County has more residents than 21 individual U.S. states. The county's population includes a large percentage of older adults. In 2000. one in ten people in Orange County was aged 65 or older. As Orange County gained popularity, the population growth for the 60+ cohort began outpacing that of California's older 12 0 0 population. The chart below compares the growth of Orange County's older population with that of California's between 1990 and 2000. Population Growth between the Years 1990 & 2000 Orange County vs. California Increase Aged 60+ Population Increase 23% 12% Aged 65+ population Increase 27% 14.7% Aged 85+ Population Increase 47.4% 42.3% Sources 2CCU US Census. California Department of Finance According to the California Department of Finance, the population increase of older adults in Orange County will not slow down over the next 15 years. The graph below compares the projected population growth of Orange county residents aged 60 and older and breaks that population down by sex. It is no surprise that women outnumber men, since women have a higher average life expectancy. Again, the influence of the Baby Boomers is seen as the rate of growth increases around the year 2010. Projected Population Growth of Adults Aged 60 and Older in in Orange County 900,000 800,000 700,000 600,000 t Male 500,000 {— Female 400,000 Total 300,000 200,000 100,000 2000 2003 2004 2005 2006 2010 2013 2020 2023 Compared to the rest of Orange County, seniors are less diverse in terms of race and ethnicity. Only about a quarter of seniors are classified as non - white, compared to about 57% among the population as a whole (Department of Finance. Orange County Health Needs Assessment, 2004). 13 0 0 Race /Ethnicity Within Orange County Senior Population Asian Island( Hispanic 11 Black 0.8% Other 1.3% Ihite, non - )anic 72.5% The table below shows the population projections, by race /ethnicity. The projections show the proportions of White, non - Hispanics, Hispanics, Asians and Black, among people aged 60 and older in California (CA) and Orange County (OC). Currently, Orange County seniors are much less racially diverse than the rest of California, but by the year 2050, Hispanics older adults will outnumber White, non - Hispanics. Race /Ethnicity Projections — Population Aged 60 and Older in California (CA) and Orange County (OC) Data ouuico. State ui � aniunua. veyartment ui rinance, wNutauon rivrecuvno uy Race/Ethnicity for California and Its Counties 2000 -2050. Sacramento. California, May 2004. 14 2000 2020 2050 White, non- CA 68.19% 52.79% 30.67% Hispanic OC 75.18% 56.12% 30.44% Hispanic CA 14.42% 23.57% 41.93% OC 11.22% 19.86% 4198% Asian CA 10.45% 14.65% 17.19% OC 11.72% 19.90% 21.26% Black CA 5.39% 5.78% 5.59% OC 1.8% 1.6% 1.17% Data ouuico. State ui � aniunua. veyartment ui rinance, wNutauon rivrecuvno uy Race/Ethnicity for California and Its Counties 2000 -2050. Sacramento. California, May 2004. 14 0 0 Living .Situations of Older Adults in Orange County Adults aged 65 and older head up about 17.6% (174,602) of all households in Orange County and about 40% of this population lives alone. The percentage of people who live alone is higher in the oldest populations: 50% of adults between 75 -84 and 63% of those aged 85 and older live alone (Orange County Health Needs Assessment, 2001). Living Arrangements of Orange County Seniors (65 and older) (Orange Country Health Needs Assessment, 2004) 55% ® 1 Person in the houshold ❑ 2 Persons in the houshold o 3 or more persons in the houshold Health and Orange County's Older Adults Generally, Orange County seniors report themselves as being in better health than the rest of their peers throughout California. When asked about their health, 12.5% seniors in California considered themselves in excellent health; compared to 201/o of seniors in Orange County (Conditions of Older Adults in Orange County, 2003). Alzheinner's in Orange County Orange County looks to be following the national trends of longer - living, healthier seniors. However, there is one issue that will have a huge impact on all aspects of society: Alzheimer's. According to the Alzheimer's Association of Orange County, as many as 40,000 seniors in the county are affected with the disease and an additional 20,000 have Mild Cognitive Impairment. Projections by the Association show that bl' the near 2050, about 175, 000 people will have Al_heimer's, an increase of 250 %. Following is an overview as to how Orange County seniors perceive their own health (data from the Orange County Health Needs Assessment, 200 1) • 83% reported having no days in the past 30 when poor physical or mental health prevented them from performing usual activities • 83% reported having no days in the past 30 when their mental health was not good • 38% have one or more disabilities, which limit their ability to work or perform usual activities • 44% perceive themselves as overweight 15 0 0 Characteristics of Survey Participants All Survey participants A total of 621 surveys were filled out. Sixty -five percent of the respondents were between 65 and 84 years of age. Of all the individuals who responded to the survey, 65% were females and 35% males. The mean age of the survey participants was 71.5 years. There was no statistically significant mean age difference between males and females. The mear age for females was 71.7 years (this average is without two female individuals who were 26 and 37 years old) and the mean for males was 71.3 years. Ninety -one percent of the respondents were White, Non - Hispanics. Eighty -two percent of the respondents lived in Corona del Mar or Newport Beach. Most of the respondents (65 %) were college graduates or held higher degrees (such as Masters, PhD, or other professional degrees). Sixty -five percent of the respondents were retired and not working for wages. Fifty -six percent of the respondents were married or had a partner and 51% lived with their significant other. By looking at the survey results, we can conclude that OASIS participants are not a diverse population. The average OASIS participant is: • a single female • White, Non - Hispanic • 75 to 84 years old • living alone • retired (not- working for wages) • a college graduate or has some higher education r 0 0 Table (1) illustrate the characteristics of OASIS - participants and non participants: Table 1 * Significant Chi - Square p value < 0.05 * * Significant Chi - Square p value < 0.0005 17 OASIS -Non Participants N =130 OASIS-Participants N =466 Female Male Female Male N =47 N=47 Total N =254 N =110 Total N % E417 % N % N % N % N % Age" 39 45 °A I 55% 1 86 I 20 °A 236 69% 105 31% 341 1 80% 54 years and younger 15 38% 10 21% 25 29% 13 6% 3 3% 16 5% 55 to 64 years 11 28% 20 43% 31 36% 32 14% 6 6% 38 11% 65 to 74 years 10 26% 11 23% 21 24% 68 29% 38 36% 106 31% 75 to 84 years 2 5% 6 13% 8 9% 98 42% 46 44% 144 42% 85 and older 1 3% 0 0% 1 1% 25 11% 12 11% 37 11% Race/Ethnic 41 1 47%1471 53% 1881 35% 250 1 70°% 109 30% 359 80% White, Non - Hispanic 36 88% 39 83% 75 85% 233 93% 102 94% 335 93% Other (Hispanic, Asian or Pacific Islander, Black... 5 12% 8 17% 13 15% 17 7% 7 6% 24 7% Education 1 41 47% 146 1 53% 1871 36% 245 70% E106 1 30°% 351 80% High school or less 2 5% 2 4% 4 5% 29 12% 8 8% 37 11% Some college 10 24% 7 15% 17 20% 82 33% 12 11% 94 27% College graduate 15 37°% 15 33% 30 34% 71 29% 36 34% 107 30°% Masters, Ph.D., Other professional degrees 14 34% 22 48% 36 41% 63 26% 50 47% 113 32% Marital Status" 1 401 46% 47 64"% 87 1 35% 250 1 70% 1 108 1 30% 1 358 80% Married 27 68% 42 89% 69 79% 91 36% 88 81% 179 50% Single widowed, divorced... 13 33% 5 11% 18 21% 159 64% 20 19% 179 50% Work Status" 1 37 1 45% 146 1 56% F82 19°% 245T 70°% 104 1 30% 1 349 1 81 °% Retired, not working 9 24% 13 29% 22 27% 176 72% 80 77% 256 73% Retired, working 0 0% 5 11% 5 6% 18 7% 10 10% 28 8% Not Retired, working 21 57% 25 56% 46 56% 33 13% 14 13% 47 13% Other 7 19% 2 4% 9 11°% 18 7% 0 0°% 18 5% Place of Residence 41 47 °A 47 1 53% 1881 80% 253 1 230% 1 110 1 24% 1 365 1 81% Corona del Mar 19 46% 19 40% 38 43% 97 38% 39 35% 136 37% Newport Beach 16 39% 22 47% 38 43% 106 42% 53 48% 159 44% Other 6 15% 6 13% 12 14% 50 20% 18 16% 68 19% Moving Status 39 46% 146 1 54% 1851 19% 246 1 69% 1109 1 31% 1 355 1 81% No 34 87% 37 80% 71 84% 227 92% 106 97% 333 94% Yes or Considering it 5 13% 9 20% 14 16% 19 8% 3 3% 22 6% * Significant Chi - Square p value < 0.05 * * Significant Chi - Square p value < 0.0005 17 0 0 Demographics — Survey Participants and Projections Age There was a statistically significant (t -test statistics, with p <0.0005) relationship between age and participation status. Older seniors (with an average age 74) were more likely to participate at OASIS than younger seniors (with an average age 60) are. Most of the non- participants were 64 years of age or younger. As shown earlier in the report, OASIS must be prepared for their current participants to live longer and to remain relatively healthy late in life. If the Center hopes to expand, it must also do a better job at addressing the wants and needs of the age group that is not currently participating at the center. Race /Ethnicity Since Newport Beach is one of the lesser diverse cities in Orange County (at 87.8% White, non - Hispanic — U.S. Census Bureau), it should come as no surprise that the majority (91 %) of the survey respondents were White, non - Hispanic. Eighty -five percent of non -OASIS participants and 93% of participants were white, non - Hispanic. In 2000, Hispanics represented about 11 % of Orange County's population aged 60 and older; by 2020, Hispanics will make up about 20% of Orange County's older adults and, by 2050, this will increase to about 44% (Sate of California, Department of Finance). Since the proportion of Hispanics in Newport Beach decreased from 4.7% in 2005 to almost non- existent in 2000, the Hispanic population of Newport Beach may not grow at the same rate as that of Orange County. In 2000, Asians represented almost 12% of Orange County's population aged 60 and older; by 2020, Asians will make up about 20% of Orange County's older adults and, by 2050, this will increase to about 22% (Sate of California, Department of Finance). The proportion of Asians living in Newport Beach increased from 4.0% in 2000 to 5.2% in 2005; both the county projections and the city data indicate that the percentage of older Asians in Newport Beach will continue to increase. OASIS should be prepared for a continued increase of non -White participants, who will become participants in the future, by providing culturally sensitive programs. Gender The data showed a significant statistical relationship between participation and gender. Women participants constitute a higher percentage of the OASIS population. Females (70 %) were more likely to participate at OASIS senior center than males (30 %). According to U.S. Census Bureau among adults ages 65 and older, women outnumber men by a ratio of about 10:7 in the United States. As women continue to live longer and live alone, fewer women aged 75 years or older have adequate spousal or family support to meet their in -home health care needs. Therefore, facilities such as OASIS should provide programs that can meet these needs. Marital Status There is a statistically significant relationship between martial status and participation status. According to the results of the analysis, a higher proportion (78 %) of non- 18 L 0 participants was married. Half of the OASIS participants were single, with females constituting the majority (64 %) of the single population. A higher proportion of non- participants (77 %) were living with a spouse, partner or significant other compared to participants (50 %). Research involving national sample confirms our findings that the percentage of older adults who live alone is higher than those who live with a spouse. Looking at the results we can conclude that there is a need for social interaction for older adults living alone, thus future programs which meet this social need will be beneficial to OASIS and its participants. Overall Health When it comes to overall health, 70% of non - participants and 72% of participants rated their overall health as very good to excellent. Both groups also rated their current quality of life as very high. National research done on senior centers has consistently found that senior center participants generally tend to be healthy and have a high level of social interaction. This might be because the programs that are offered by senior centers are generally geared toward healthy, older adults and those who do not attend may not because of their poor health. The OASIS senior center may want to gear classes and programs toward healthier and more active Baby Boomers to reflect the improved health of this population. Income and Education According to the survey results, income, education and household size did not have a statistically significant relationship with participation status. None of those variables seemed to affect participation of individuals at OASIS. Most of survey participants (65 %) were college graduates or held a higher degree. Most of the OASIS- participants fell into the two middle - income levels ($75,000 to $999,000 and $100,000 to $149,000). Respondents had a median income between $100,000 to $150,000 and were a stable population, 92% did not plan to move to another city or location. These survey results are very close to average income and other demographic characteristics of Newport Beach population (www.dataplace.org). Future programs and classes should be tailored to the characteristics of the current and future educated baby boomer population. 19 0 More Specific Survey results Current Programs and Classes - Of all the classes and events offered by OASIS, Health Promotion Programs, Health & Exercise Activity & Classes, and Educational Programs were the ones with the most participation. - The most popular Health Promotion Programs attended by OASIS- participants during the past 12 months were: • Health Information Fair (32.7%) • Blood Pressure Screening (30.7%) • Infonmation and referral (17.5 %) - The most popular Health & Exercise Activity & Classes attended by OASIS - participants during the past 12 months were: • Physical Training (20.9 %) • Tai Chi (18.7%) • Chair Exercise (17.6 %) - The most popular Educational Programs attended by OASIS- participants during the past 12 months were: • Computer Classes (28.9%) • Health Lectures (28.9 %) • Educational & Enrichment Classes (22.8 %) - Some of the other current classes, programs or activities with high participation are AARP Mature Driving. OASIS Computer Friends User Group, bridge games, ukulele groups and watercolor classes. - Other most attended OASIS special events during the past 12 months were: Summer Concerts, General Membership Meeting, and Holiday Luncheon - Programs that appeared to have a low rate of participation include Drama Workshops, chess games, Scrapbooking groups, the Parkinson's Support Group. Potential Programs and Classes - Of all the potential programs and classes that OASIS could potentially offer, Health Promotion Programs, Educational Programs and Health/Exercise Activities and Classes were the most popular. - Non -OASIS participants would be most interested in the following future Health Promotion Programs and would like to see more of these specific potential programs: • Health information fair (52.2"/o) • Transportation services (51.1 %) • Blood pressure screening (52.2 %) • Information and referrals (48.9 %) - Non -OASIS participants would be most interested in the following Educational Programs: • Educational & Enrichment Classes (55.3 %) • Explore the World (57.6%) • Art Appreciation (45.9 %) 20 u n u - Non - participants would be most interested in the following Health/Exercise activities and classes: • Low - impact aerobics (51.7 0/4) • Ballroom dancing (51.7 %) • Balance classes (41.4 %) • Yoga (55.2 %) - Walking Groups was the most popular among other future potential Off -Site activities by a large percentage of non -OASIS participants. Computer Friends User Group was another very popular program picked by non -OASIS participants. Participation at OASIS and Satisfaction Rates - Including all completed responses, 78% of respondents had participated themselves, or had members of their family who participated in OASIS activities, while 22% had never participated. - More than 50% of members began participating at OASIS in the year 2000 or later. - The most common age that respondents began participating at OASIS was 65. Forty-two percent of respondents began participating between the ages of 60 -69. Respondents began participating as young as 28 (probably volunteering) and as old as 93. - The largest group of participants visited OASIS either once a month or less (36 %), once a week or less (36 0/6), or two to seven times a week (28 %). - The majority of visits to OASIS lasted longer than an hour, but less than 3 hours. - A majority (65 %) of respondents rated OASIS as being extremely or very important to them - Forty-four percent rated the overall quality of Oasis as excellent and 39% rated the quality as being very good. Graphs (3) to (6) demonstrate participation rate. 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30° /a 20% 10% 0% Participation at OASIS No Yes Missing Missing includes'don4 knov/ responses Graph (3) 21 40% 35% 30% 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% 40% 3000 00. 10% 0% 0 Age When First Participated at OASIS 39% 28 -59 60-69 70 -93 Graph (4) Frequency of Visit during the past 12 months Never to Once a month or Once a week or less two to seven times a week less Graph (5) Importance of OASIS Graph (6) 40K I% 0° /u t% A"I. ■ Fxn;mek Important ■ Very LrQortant ❑ Somewhat hnponant D Somewhat Un4ortant ■ Very Unmportant ■ Fxtremely Untruponant ■ Donl know _ Volunteering at Oasis - The majority of respondents never volunteer at Oasis (61 %). However, the majority of respondents (53.21 %) rated the importance of offering volunteer opportunities at Oasis as either extremely or very important. 22 Difficulties in Participating - The large majority (75.45 %) of respondents encountered no difficulties or barriers in participating in events or activities at OASIS. - Some of the problems respondents did encounter included transportation or parking problems and trying to get into a class/event that was already filled. Advice and Referrals - The majority of respondents (60 %) had not utilized advice, assistance or referrals to services for themselves or on behalf of a friend. - Of those who had utilized these resources, 77% reported they had been extremely satisfied with the results. Transportation - While 88% of respondents had knowledge of the OASIS transportation services, only 13% of respondents had ever used the service. - Only 6% of respondents felt that it would be difficult to use and 62% felt that it would be either extremely or somewhat easy to use. - Overall, most users felt that the transportation service was very good or excellent. Health and Well -Being of OASIS Respondents - Most of respondents (almost 80 %) rated their quality of life high to very high and reported their health as being excellent or very good. - Seventy-six percent of respondents reported that their health is about the same as it was a year ago. - Twelve percent of respondents felt that their health was actually worse than it was a year ago. - More than 60% of respondents engage in moderate physical activity for at least 30 minutes, two to six days a week. The Affects of OASIS on Respondents' Life - The majority of respondents strongly agreed that OASIS activities have helped them remain independent, improved their outlook on life, helped them start or increase their frequency of exercise, played a role in lowering their blood pressure, helped them quit smoking and made them feel less lonely. - The majority of respondents somewhat agreed that since attending OASIS, their stress levels have declined, they cope better with stress, they lost or maintained weight, their satisfaction with life increased, they feel more independent, they laugh more often, they worry less about their future and they have more energy. 23 Renovation or Reconstruction A. Responses from Current Participants Potential Areas for Renovation or Reconstruction - OASIS participants would like to see the following features considered: • Gym or workout room with exercise equipment (60 %) • Automatic doors (57 %) • Reception area with easy access at the entrance (56 %) • Computer classroom with a computer at each desk (55 %) • Game room for bridge, mahjong, etc. (52 %) - Other potential features (Q44) such as a therapeutic swimming pool, separate locker rooms for men and women, visible and sufficient maps and signs all received support of more than 40% of respondents. - Only 7% of those surveyed indicated that they did not want to see any of the proposed features included in the renovations or reconstructions. Current Features that Present Difficulties - A vast majority of respondents (70 %) indicated that parking problems were a source of difficulty that they would like to see eliminated. - Other major concerns included doors being too heavy and hard to open (34 %), unattractive d6cor (33 %), the Center not clean enough/not cleaned often enough (25 %) and the building being too cold or too hot (24 %). Features Most in Need of Repair, Renovation or Reconstruction - When asked what things most needed renovation /reconstruction, the majority of respondents (54 %) felt that creating ample parking was one of the most important features. - Automatic doors (27 %) and temperature- controlled rooms (25 %) were two other features that the respondents most wanted to see. B. Responses from Non - Participants Potential Areas for Renovation or Reconstruction - OASIS participants would like to see the following features considered: • A gym or work -out room with exercise equipment (76 %) • Reception area with easy access at the entrance (66 %) • Computer classroom with a computer at each desk (63 %) • Game room for bridge, mahjong, etc. (57 %) • Therapeutic swimming pool (56 %) - Other potential features (Q83) such as automatic doors (49 %), an area of the parking lot designated for shuttles only (45 %), a conference room (46 %) and visible and sufficient maps (41 %) all received support from the respondents. - Only 5% indicated that they did not want to see any of the potential features included in the renovations or reconstructions. 24 0 0 Features Most in Need of Repair, Renovation or Reconstruction - When asked what things most needed renovation/reconstruction, the majority of people surveyed felt that ample parking (51 %) was one of the most important features. - Attractive d6cor (28 %) and high - quality food (26 %) were the other two features that potential OASIS - participants felt was most important. Paper /Pencil vs. Online Participants Of all the 621 complete surveys, 213 (34 %) were paper /pencil and 408 (66 %) online. There was a statistically significant difference between the age groups, gender and participation status of the individuals who filled out the survey online and those who completed the paper /pencil (p<0.0005). Eighty-two percent of paper /pencil surveys were completed by individuals who were aged 70 or older, 18% by younger than 70. About 44% of the online surveys were completed by individuals who were aged 70 or older, 56% by people younger than 70. Fifty -eight percent of online participants were female and 42% male. Seventy-five percent of the paper /pencil surveys were completed by females, 25% by males. Almost all (98.5 %) of the paper /pencil surveys were completed by OASIS participants. Of the completed online surveys, 68% had either participated or had a family member who had participated in OASIS vs. 32% who had never participated. Graph (1) and (2) illustrate the differences between the paper /pencil and online participants. Paper/Pencil vs. Online Participants 100% —. -- - 80% - - - 60% -- - 40% -1 20% 0% Qtl not Participate at Fernale Participate at OASIS Itkle Under 70 70 or Older • Paperpencil 1.52% 97.96% 75.25% 24.74% 17.60% 82.40% • Online 31.75% 68.25% 57.59% 40.96% 55.90% 44.10% Pearson Chi- Square p value less than <0.0005 Graph (1) 25 0 0 Section III Research Methodology The survey was designed to collect information regarding • OASIS member involvement • Demographics of current and potential participants • Satisfaction rates of the OASIS facility and its activities and areas that may need to be renovated • Transportation services • Programs seniors would like OASIS to offer • Difficulties that current and potential members encounter both inside and outside of OASIS Representatives from OASIS and Orange County Health Needs Assessment ( OCHNA) met to design a survey that would accurately assess the need for a new or renovated senior center and give an idea of the programs and features to be included in such a center. Prior to designing the survey, OCHNA staff interviewed seniors who attended an OASIS off -site retreat and gained some insights as to what areas to address in the survey. OCHNA also modeled questions after other senior assessment surveys, following an extensive literature review. OASIS distributed surveys to both current and potential participants, with an active attempt made to contact people of the Baby Boomer generation, whose influence will have the biggest impact on the Center through the next few decades. OASIS and OCHNA also speculated that, as the Baby Boomer population turn 60 years old, many of the programs currently offered would not be able to accommodate such a large and active group. Paper/Pencil vs. Online Participants 80% 60% - — — 40% 20% 0% Single, 1-igh School Some college College degree Married Master's Widowed, graduate/G® (AA degree or (4 years) degree'dovtoral ■Paperpencil 41.20% 58.80% 12.69% 34.51% 27.91% 24.90% • Online 65.20% 34.80% 6.49% 20.93% 33.93% 38.60% Pearson Chi- Square p value less than <0.0005 Graph (2) Section III Research Methodology The survey was designed to collect information regarding • OASIS member involvement • Demographics of current and potential participants • Satisfaction rates of the OASIS facility and its activities and areas that may need to be renovated • Transportation services • Programs seniors would like OASIS to offer • Difficulties that current and potential members encounter both inside and outside of OASIS Representatives from OASIS and Orange County Health Needs Assessment ( OCHNA) met to design a survey that would accurately assess the need for a new or renovated senior center and give an idea of the programs and features to be included in such a center. Prior to designing the survey, OCHNA staff interviewed seniors who attended an OASIS off -site retreat and gained some insights as to what areas to address in the survey. OCHNA also modeled questions after other senior assessment surveys, following an extensive literature review. OASIS distributed surveys to both current and potential participants, with an active attempt made to contact people of the Baby Boomer generation, whose influence will have the biggest impact on the Center through the next few decades. OASIS and OCHNA also speculated that, as the Baby Boomer population turn 60 years old, many of the programs currently offered would not be able to accommodate such a large and active group. 0 9 The survey was made available in two forms. People could take the survey in a paper /pencil format or they could take it through the survey- hosting website www.surveymonkey.com. In the final analysis, significant differences between the two modalities are noted. Postcard were mailed to houses within a half -mile radius of the Center containing a link to the online version and also mentioning that paper /pencil surveys could be filled out at the Center (with an address provided). There was also a link to the online survey on the websites for the City of Newport Beach and OASIS. The paper /pencil surveys were available at OASIS. There were approximately 3,140 postcards mailed to houses in the area and about 300 paper /pencil surveys distributed. A total of 408 online surveys and 213 paper /pencil surveys were completed. The paper /pencil survey had a 71% response rate. Eight surveys that were started online were deleted because they did not respond to most, or all, of the questions. OCHNA entered all the completed surveys into SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) and ran cross -tabs on various questions. 27