Project Description
Organization:
AARP
Summary:
The AARP Livability Index is a web-based tool used to measure community livability. The tool compares overall livability and categorical scores resulting in a rating for a community’s livability. The score considers specific categories including: housing, transportation, neighborhood, environment, economic opportunity, health, and civil/social engagement. The tool is designed for communities across the U.S. The goal is to provide local officials, businesses, activists, and residents information needed to evaluate activities in their communities and will allow residents of all ages to stay active and engaged.
Website:
The Index: https://livabilityindex.aarp.org/
Technical Advisory Committee: https://livabilityindex.aarp.org/about-us
Methodology: https://livabilityindex.aarp.org/how-are-livability-scores-determined
Metrics and Public Policy Interventions: https://livabilityindex.aarp.org/categories/housing
AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities: https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/network-age-friendly-communities/info-2014/an-introduction.html
Interview with Mayor Cabaldon of West Sacramento:
https://www.aarp.org/livable-communities/livable-in-action/info-2015/interview-mayor-christopher-cabaldon-west-sacramento.html