The Lewis-Mason-Thurston Area Agency on Aging (LMTAAA) is inviting residents and partners to share what helps people as they age, and what needs to change, a news release from the agency stated.
The online survey is available at lmtaaa.org/area-plan through April 14.
LMTAAA will use feedback to anchor its 2027-2030 Area Plan for Lewis, Mason and Thurston counties. The plan is a guide to building programs and services, such as meals, caregiving and transportation, reflecting community needs. Services support older adults, adults living with disability and the friends and family who care for them.
Forums and a public hearing continue shaping a draft plan around local realities, according to the release.
“Aging well looks different for everyone. Needs shift by place, health, income and more,” LMTAAA Planning Director Kyle Sanchez said. “Every voice helps LMTAAA connect the dots to what’s most important to those we serve. Data reveals patterns, but it’s stories that give those numbers meaning.”
Responses are anonymous. The survey does not require names, contact info or any other identifying details.
Upcoming community forums include:
• Lewis County: Monday, March 23, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Timber River Connections, 2545 N. National Ave., Chehalis
Tuesday, April 7, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., Packwood Senior Center, 12931 US-12, Packwood
• Mason County: Thursday, March 26, 1 to 2:30 p.m., The HUB for Seniors, 111 NE Old Belfair Highway, Belfair; Monday, March 30, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mason County Senior Activities Association, 190 W. Sentry Drive, Shelton
• Thurston County: Thursday, April 2, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 222 Columbia St. NW, Olympia Senior Center, Olympia; Wednesday, April 8, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Yelm Senior Center, 16530 103rd Ave. SE, Yelm
• Virtual: Thursday, April 9, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Visit the LMTAAA website closer to the event for the link.
A public hearing will also be held 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursday, June 18, at 2404 Heritage Court SW, Olympia.
Read the current 2024-2027 Area Plan at lmtaaa.org/area-plan.
