Fishers has been known as a place for young families, but with a growing population of Senior Citizens, the city is also working on enhancing amenities for seniors.
AARP presented the city with a designation as a new member of the organization’s Network of Age-Friendly Communities. This certification was earned through the city’s efforts in the areas of land use, housing, transportation and parks.
Sarah Waddle (left) presents a certificate to Fishers City Council President Todd Zimmerman designating the city as a new member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. (Photo provided)
Some of the specific city projects cited include:
- The Pickeball courts at Cyntheanne Park;
- The WeCare program from Fishers Fire & Emergency Services. WeCare uses firehouse staff to ensure patients recently discharged from hospitals safely transition back home;
- A morning call network and vacation watch program, both overseen by Fishers Police Department;
- Fishers’ work to shed light on ADA-compliant policy through its Advisory Council on Disability.
“As part of the municipality’s first-ever comprehensive plan, Fishers 2040, we have identified four areas that are critical to the health and well-being of our community of residents that are 50 and older,” Mayor Scott Fadness said in a city news release. “The City of Fishers is excited to build on this opportunity and will continue to make our community a smart, vibrant and entrepreneurial place that is friendly to people of all ages, particularly for those 50 and older.”
“AARP Indiana is working to make our communities throughout the state more livable for older Hoosiers and their families,” said Sarah Waddle, AARP Indiana State Director. “We are excited about Fishers becoming the first city in our state to join AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly Communities and we’re looking forward to other communities following Fishers’ lead.”