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North Central Texas Area Agency on Aging Needs Assessment Survey

The North Central Texas Area Agency is preparing its Area Plan for Fiscal Years 2027-2029, and that Plan must explain how it will respond to the needs of older adults and family caregivers who live in Collin, Denton, Ellis, Erath, Hood, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell, and Wise Counties. Please help us identify the most critical needs.

If you have questions about this survey or would like to discuss older adults' and caregivers' needs in greater detail, contact Doni Green at dgreen@nctcog.org or 817-695-9193.
1.Select the option that best describes your perspective.
2.In what county do you live?
3.How important are the following areas to support older adults in North Central Texas?
Extremely important
Somewhat important
Neutral
Somewhat unimportant
Not important at all
Protection from scams and fraud
Getting in-home help with activities such as chores, going shopping, bathing, dressing, or eating
Safe access to places and programs to talk, bike, or be physically active
Faith-based activities
Extremely important
Somewhat important
Neutral
Prevention of elder abuse and neglect
Legal aid and support
Advance care planning
Affordable and quality housing
Affordable and nutritious meals
Affordable and quality long-term care options
Social connections and interaction
Mental health and/or substance use support
Information and advocacy for caregivers
Local access to medical services, food, and utilities
Public transportation
Affording healthcare insurance, copays, or medication
Disaster planning and response
Employment or training programs
4.How important are the following areas to support caregivers of older adults in North Central Texas?
Extremely important
Somewhat important
Neutral
Somewhat unimportant
Not important at all
Affordable caregiver help at home
Better access to information and supports for caregivers
Affordable daytime caregiving help at a neighborhood location
Training for healthcare and social service professionals about caregivers
Educating the public about caregiver stress when caring for people living with dementia
Increased education and training for caregivers
More caregiver respite so caregivers can take a break from their responsibilities