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Maricopa CARES

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    1. Maricopa CARES What is Maricopa CARES? Center for Adults: Resources, Education, and Services Maricopa Community Colleges are fully engaged in lifelong learning. CARES assists colleges and serves students, employees, and the community in matters related to aging. Most often individual college programs are offered through the traditional community education department and faculty led models, as well as through peer-directed membership organizations in which participants develop, market and facilitate their own classes with the assistance of colleges. Many of our Districts Colleges are interested in and responsible for mature adult programming. Maricopa Community Colleges are fully engaged in lifelong learning. CARES assists colleges and serves students, employees, and the community in matters related to aging. Most often individual college programs are offered through the traditional community education department and faculty led models, as well as through peer-directed membership organizations in which participants develop, market and facilitate their own classes with the assistance of colleges. Many of our Districts Colleges are interested in and responsible for mature adult programming.

    2. Mission To provide resources, education and services to the mature adult population of Maricopa County. Following the Districts vision working collectively and responsibly to meet the lifelong learning needs of our diverse students and communities The broader CARES mission, through linkages with the wider community, is to serve as a model for cooperative educational networking by: discovering, creating, and sharing resources; supporting the development of accessible, quality education; and advocating mature adult programs. The formerly known Senior Adult Network continually challenges the Maricopa Community Colleges to enhance and promote personal growth within our diverse populations through lifelong learning. The essence of this mission is to provide quality programming in response to the needs and interests of the mature adults residing in the community. Quality programming is timely, flexible, and accessible; available through a variety of delivery methods; and evaluated on a regular basis. Briefly stated The mission of Maricopa CARES is to provide Resources, Education and Services to the mature adult population of Maricopa County. This mission has been followed since inception. Following the Districts vision working collectively and responsibly to meet the lifelong learning needs of our diverse students and communities The broader CARES mission, through linkages with the wider community, is to serve as a model for cooperative educational networking by: discovering, creating, and sharing resources; supporting the development of accessible, quality education; and advocating mature adult programs. The formerly known Senior Adult Network continually challenges the Maricopa Community Colleges to enhance and promote personal growth within our diverse populations through lifelong learning. The essence of this mission is to provide quality programming in response to the needs and interests of the mature adults residing in the community. Quality programming is timely, flexible, and accessible; available through a variety of delivery methods; and evaluated on a regular basis. Briefly stated The mission of Maricopa CARES is to provide Resources, Education and Services to the mature adult population of Maricopa County. This mission has been followed since inception.

    3. History 1993 - Established as the Senior Adult Network (SAN) 1995 - Hosted conference on lifelong learning to provide input for the White House Conference on Aging 1995 - Initiated a multi-phase effort to develop and validate mission, goals, objectives and action steps 1997 - Helped develop and participate in Governing Board Strategic Conversation on lifelong learning 1999 - Sponsored a Senior Showcase at District Office 2000-2001 - Developed and conducted the Elder Learning Survey 2000 - Co-founded the Older Workers Task Force (renamed Mature Worker Committee 2005) 2000-2002 - Presented at the Arizona Governors Conference on Aging 2003 - Provided input for Arizona Governors Aging 2020 Plan Accordingly, this representation of our history highlights major milestones. In 1993, the Senior Adult Network (SAN) was established within the Maricopa Community College District to serve the needs of the older adult population. You will note over the ensuing years, SAN has either hosted or participated in major events to highlight and/or promote its mission. For instance, each ten years, the White House hosts a Conference on Aging. In 1995, SAN hosted a pre-conference intensive focused on lifelong learning at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. In 1997, SAN helped develop and participate in a Governing Board Strategic Conversation on lifelong learning. In 2000, SAN leadership co-founded the Older Workers Task Force along with the Governors Council on Aging. Today, that group is known as the Mature Worker Committee. In 2003, SAN provided input for Arizona Governors 2020 Plan. Accordingly, this representation of our history highlights major milestones. In 1993, the Senior Adult Network (SAN) was established within the Maricopa Community College District to serve the needs of the older adult population. You will note over the ensuing years, SAN has either hosted or participated in major events to highlight and/or promote its mission. For instance, each ten years, the White House hosts a Conference on Aging. In 1995, SAN hosted a pre-conference intensive focused on lifelong learning at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. In 1997, SAN helped develop and participate in a Governing Board Strategic Conversation on lifelong learning. In 2000, SAN leadership co-founded the Older Workers Task Force along with the Governors Council on Aging. Today, that group is known as the Mature Worker Committee. In 2003, SAN provided input for Arizona Governors 2020 Plan.

    4. History Over the years have convened multiple dialogue days Convene an annual Workshop to focus on current timely issues 2005 - renamed Maricopa CARES This development was under the leadership of Dr. Rose Pfefferbaum from inception to 2005. It is through her leadership Maricopa CARES exits today. During that period, Dr. Pfefferbaum served as Gerontology Faculty at Phoenix College. An Annual Workshop is held to focus on current timely issues. The past four years, these Workshops have been hosted by Scottsdale Community College. We acknowledge Dr. Decaboters graciousness and commend his staff for their assistance with these events. In 2005, SAN formally changed its name to Maricopa CARES to be more reflective of this groups mission and purpose. This development was under the leadership of Dr. Rose Pfefferbaum from inception to mid 2005. It is through her leadership Maricopa CARES exists today. During that period, Dr. Pfefferbaum served as Gerontology Faculty at Phoenix College. The team of Maricopa CARES recognizes and salutes the Dr. Pfefferbaum for her vision, commitment, and dedication to the development of this district-wide program. If she attends, we will ask her to stand and be acknowledged.An Annual Workshop is held to focus on current timely issues. The past four years, these Workshops have been hosted by Scottsdale Community College. We acknowledge Dr. Decaboters graciousness and commend his staff for their assistance with these events. In 2005, SAN formally changed its name to Maricopa CARES to be more reflective of this groups mission and purpose. This development was under the leadership of Dr. Rose Pfefferbaum from inception to mid 2005. It is through her leadership Maricopa CARES exists today. During that period, Dr. Pfefferbaum served as Gerontology Faculty at Phoenix College. The team of Maricopa CARES recognizes and salutes the Dr. Pfefferbaum for her vision, commitment, and dedication to the development of this district-wide program. If she attends, we will ask her to stand and be acknowledged.

    5. Population Mature Workers, Boomers, Elders, Mature Workers Over the age of 40 As defined by Federal Statutes Boomers Age 42 60 Elders Age 70 plus Look at the pictures on the right and see how many memories it brings to mind. If you easily recognize these images, you more than likely can identify with one or more the categories listed on the left side of the screen. This era represents early post World War II, the first to enter college and serve as a role model, this started the college bubble boom, this generation was programmed to continue their education, they yearned to expand their horizons. Preparing not only for retirement ..they have and are preparing for the next chapter of their lives. Persons represented by these categories are the persons being supported through Maricopa CARES programming. It may be news to some, that by Federal Statutes, a Mature Worker is any employee age 40 and over. More than likely, there are several of us in the room this evening.Look at the pictures on the right and see how many memories it brings to mind. If you easily recognize these images, you more than likely can identify with one or more the categories listed on the left side of the screen. This era represents early post World War II, the first to enter college and serve as a role model, this started the college bubble boom, this generation was programmed to continue their education, they yearned to expand their horizons. Preparing not only for retirement ..they have and are preparing for the next chapter of their lives. Persons represented by these categories are the persons being supported through Maricopa CARES programming. It may be news to some, that by Federal Statutes, a Mature Worker is any employee age 40 and over. More than likely, there are several of us in the room this evening.

    6. Partnerships AARP AZ Governors Advisory Council Mature Worker Committee Aging and Adult Administration AZ Dept of Economic Services Interfaith Community Care Local Municipal Governments and Agencies Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Maricopa CARES is proud to be partners with many, many distinguished organizations, agencies, groups, and businesses. Just some of our partners are identified on this slide. Maricopa CARES is proud to be partners with many, many distinguished organizations, agencies, groups, and businesses. Just some of our partners are identified on this slide.

    7. Initiatives Lifelong Learning Mature Worker Next Chapter Initiative Chandler Boomerang (Chandler Public Library/ CGCC/SLEC) Mesa Life Options (MCC) Boomerz (SCC) Tempe Connections The focused initiatives of Maricopa CARES include Lifelong Learning Many of our colleges offer programming targeted for the lifelong learning. This can include non-credit personal enrichment classes such as computer literacy, conversational Spanish to sign language, and a myriad of other specialized subjects. Mature Worker Committee As previously mentioned, Maricopa CARES is one of the co-founders of the Older Worker Task Force (today known as the Mature Worker Committee). Currently, MCCCD has approximately eight (8) representatives from the District and various areas of our Colleges who regularly attend and participate on the Mature Worker Committee. Although these members represent multiple areas, when the question is called for, all speak through one representative voice. Next Chapter Initiative (previously known as Life Options) Through organizational proposals submitted to Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust in early 2004, four specific Maricopa Colleges declared their interest and support of Maricopa Countys Next Chapter Initiative. The objective of these proposals was to survey and evaluate the needs of Boomers in Maricopa County. In September 2004, from seven submitted proposals, Piper Charitable Trust announced to this Board awards to four recipients of grant funds. MCC and SCC received direct grants. Chandler Public Library along with lead partner, Chandler-Gilbert CC received grant funding. Tempe Public Library was the fourth awarded project. Accordingly, over the past 20 months, these four projects have sprung forth, today each at varying stages of development, but all focused on serving the Boomers in Maricopa County. At this time, all four projects are based on the east side of the County, It is the goal of the Maricopa CARES team to expand access of this type of programming to all ten colleges within the next 5-7 years. The focused initiatives of Maricopa CARES include Lifelong Learning Many of our colleges offer programming targeted for the lifelong learning. This can include non-credit personal enrichment classes such as computer literacy, conversational Spanish to sign language, and a myriad of other specialized subjects. Mature Worker Committee As previously mentioned, Maricopa CARES is one of the co-founders of the Older Worker Task Force (today known as the Mature Worker Committee). Currently, MCCCD has approximately eight (8) representatives from the District and various areas of our Colleges who regularly attend and participate on the Mature Worker Committee. Although these members represent multiple areas, when the question is called for, all speak through one representative voice. Next Chapter Initiative (previously known as Life Options) Through organizational proposals submitted to Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust in early 2004, four specific Maricopa Colleges declared their interest and support of Maricopa Countys Next Chapter Initiative. The objective of these proposals was to survey and evaluate the needs of Boomers in Maricopa County. In September 2004, from seven submitted proposals, Piper Charitable Trust announced to this Board awards to four recipients of grant funds. MCC and SCC received direct grants. Chandler Public Library along with lead partner, Chandler-Gilbert CC received grant funding. Tempe Public Library was the fourth awarded project. Accordingly, over the past 20 months, these four projects have sprung forth, today each at varying stages of development, but all focused on serving the Boomers in Maricopa County. At this time, all four projects are based on the east side of the County, It is the goal of the Maricopa CARES team to expand access of this type of programming to all ten colleges within the next 5-7 years.

    8. Projected Needs in Maricopa County By the year 2010, one in three workers in Arizona will be at least 50 years of age. It is projected by the year 2010, ONE IN THREE workers in Arizona will be at least 50 years of age. We must begin to act now to understand the needs of mature workers to better manage our aging workforce and provide training for mature workers to remain employed with the necessary technological skills needed in todays workplace. Currently, this need is being met through programs established at Gateway Community College, Glendale Community College, and Scottsdale Community College. These Colleges support Title V Programs which utilize federal assistance funds to enable the mature worker to pursue options for re-careering, training, or other specialized needs to promote their longevity in the work place. Again, these colleges are working with great partners to bring these opportunities into existence. To re-state, it is projected by 2010, one in three workers in Arizona will be at least 50 years of age. It is projected by the year 2010, ONE IN THREE workers in Arizona will be at least 50 years of age. We must begin to act now to understand the needs of mature workers to better manage our aging workforce and provide training for mature workers to remain employed with the necessary technological skills needed in todays workplace. Currently, this need is being met through programs established at Gateway Community College, Glendale Community College, and Scottsdale Community College. These Colleges support Title V Programs which utilize federal assistance funds to enable the mature worker to pursue options for re-careering, training, or other specialized needs to promote their longevity in the work place. Again, these colleges are working with great partners to bring these opportunities into existence. To re-state, it is projected by 2010, one in three workers in Arizona will be at least 50 years of age.

    9. MCCCD Employee Age Groups Reflective of what was just stated, this slide presents some interesting data concerning MCCCD Employee Age Groups. These details are representative of May 1, 2006, information shared by our District HR Department. These numbers represent all regular, board approved employees across all employee groups. The total number of employees is 4,176 You will note the largest portion of current employees are in the 50-59 age category (representing 1,406 employees, which is approximately 29+% of all employees) (the under 40 age group represents 28% of the total work force) Currently, approximately 72% of all Maricopa employees are age 40 and over. Accordingly, today 3 in 4 employees are age 40+. It appears the 2010 projection could certainly be representative of MCCCD workforce. Reflective of what was just stated, this slide presents some interesting data concerning MCCCD Employee Age Groups. These details are representative of May 1, 2006, information shared by our District HR Department. These numbers represent all regular, board approved employees across all employee groups. The total number of employees is 4,176 You will note the largest portion of current employees are in the 50-59 age category (representing 1,406 employees, which is approximately 29+% of all employees) (the under 40 age group represents 28% of the total work force) Currently, approximately 72% of all Maricopa employees are age 40 and over. Accordingly, today 3 in 4 employees are age 40+. It appears the 2010 projection could certainly be representative of MCCCD workforce.

    10. Maricopa Community Colleges Established Programs Phoenix College Mesa Scottsdale Rio Salado Lifelong Learning Center Chandler-Gilbert Sun Lakes Education Center Paradise Valley Today, these Maricopa Community Colleges have established programs for mature adults. Two of these colleges have dedicated facilities which offer programming designed to meet the needs of the respective communities. Rio Salados Lifelong Learning Center serves the Northwest Valley and is located in Surprise. Chandler-Gilberts Sun Lakes Education Center is located in Sun Lakes and serves the Southeast Valley. These two facilities came on line from 1994 Bond Funds. Today, these Maricopa Community Colleges have established programs for mature adults. Two of these colleges have dedicated facilities which offer programming designed to meet the needs of the respective communities. Rio Salados Lifelong Learning Center serves the Northwest Valley and is located in Surprise. Chandler-Gilberts Sun Lakes Education Center is located in Sun Lakes and serves the Southeast Valley. These two facilities came on line from 1994 Bond Funds.

    11. Emerging Programs Glendale Gateway Estrella Mountain South Mountain The Glendale Community College, Gateway Community College and South Mountain Community College have emerging programs. Currently, both Gateway CC and Glendale CC are very involved with Title V programming as well as the Mature Worker Committee.The Glendale Community College, Gateway Community College and South Mountain Community College have emerging programs. Currently, both Gateway CC and Glendale CC are very involved with Title V programming as well as the Mature Worker Committee.

    12. Membership Organizations ILR Institute for Learning in Retirement Members pay an annual membership fee to participate. Mesa Community College New Frontiers for Lifelong Learning Rio Salado Community College RISE Learning for Life Chandler-Gilbert Community College New Adventures in Learning Three of our colleges support membership organizations. These organizations provide a variety of interesting educational opportunities at a reasonable cost to members. The purpose of these organizations is to build a self-governing and self-sustaining community of learners. While these membership organizations have similar missions and goals, they operate and function differently based upon the needs of the community of learners each serves. These organizations are very popular. In addition, to providing another option for lifelong learning, members have the opportunity to utilize their organizational and management skills. An added value for the participant is the opportunity for socialization. The added value for the college is community support. Three of our colleges support membership organizations. These organizations provide a variety of interesting educational opportunities at a reasonable cost to members. The purpose of these organizations is to build a self-governing and self-sustaining community of learners. While these membership organizations have similar missions and goals, they operate and function differently based upon the needs of the community of learners each serves. These organizations are very popular. In addition, to providing another option for lifelong learning, members have the opportunity to utilize their organizational and management skills. An added value for the participant is the opportunity for socialization. The added value for the college is community support.

    13. Challenges Approval of Program Establishment Dedicated Funds Dedicated Staff Space Equipment Sustainability of Established Programs Time and experience have shown Maricopa CARES programming is successful when the listed criteria come together. When colleges support the establishment of such programming through dedication of funds and staff, programming can begin. When dedicated space and equipment enter the equation, growth follows. Established programs are sustained by meeting the needs of the mature adults in the community. As exhibited with passage of the 2004 Bond by 76% of the voters; overall, mature adults throughout Maricopa County support the MCCCD due to their awareness, understanding and knowledge. Mature adults appreciate the opportunities provided for them. The more engaged this population becomes in Maricopa CARES programming, sustainability will follow. Thank you for your time and attention this evening. In closing, we leave you with one last parting thought - Next Slide.Time and experience have shown Maricopa CARES programming is successful when the listed criteria come together. When colleges support the establishment of such programming through dedication of funds and staff, programming can begin. When dedicated space and equipment enter the equation, growth follows. Established programs are sustained by meeting the needs of the mature adults in the community. As exhibited with passage of the 2004 Bond by 76% of the voters; overall, mature adults throughout Maricopa County support the MCCCD due to their awareness, understanding and knowledge. Mature adults appreciate the opportunities provided for them. The more engaged this population becomes in Maricopa CARES programming, sustainability will follow. Thank you for your time and attention this evening. In closing, we leave you with one last parting thought - Next Slide.

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