Growing Older in Corsham

Last year, Corsham joined the UK Network of Age-friendly Communities. This means that we are committed to making Corsham a place that enables people over 50 to age well and live a good later life.

The UK Network is part of a global movement led by the World Health Organisation (WHO). That means over 26 million people, including Corsham’s residents, are living in an age-friendly community that supports healthy and active ageing.

Working in consultation with older residents, the Town Council, local groups, organisations and businesses, can start to identify and make changes to both Corsham’s physical and social environments. This includes making outdoor spaces and buildings safer and more accessible; looking at affordable, reliable transport; ensuring there are good housing options; offering leisure, cultural and spiritual activities that allow people to be a part of the community and providing opportunities for older people to contribute, either in employment or as a volunteer; ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and ageism is challenged; making information accessible to all, and supporting health initiatives and services.

As we start work on this important project, we need your views on all the different areas of work that to into creating an age-friendly community, so thank you for taking the time to complete the survey. It looks lengthy but it is fairly quick to complete.

All responses are anonymous but if you would like to hear more about our age-friendly work, or get involved in some way, please email Vickie Fauset, Community Wellbeing Officer, at vfauset@corsham.gov.uk.

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* 1. Outdoor Spaces and Buildings - Getting Around
I use a wheelchair, walking frame or walking stick to get around

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* 2. Outdoor Spaces and Buildings - General

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree Not applicable/don't know
In general, the pavements in Corsham are well maintained.
I am able to access places to rest (benches and other seating) when out and about.
I have difficulty accessing public toilets in Corsham when I need them.
I am able to access a green space/park if and when I want to.
In general the parks and green spaces in Corsham are well-maintained.
I find it easy to access key services and amenities (shops, GP, library, etc) when I need them.
In general, I feel safe when I'm out and about in Corsham.

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* 3. Outdoor Spaces and Buildings - Improvements
Are there any improvements you want to see in the town centre? If so, what are they?

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* 4. Transportation - Mode of Transport
What mode of transportation do you use most regularly?

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* 5. Transportation - General

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree Not applicable/don't know
I can easily get to and from the places I need to go in Corsham (supermarket, GP, etc).
Public transport in the Corsham area is affordable for me.
Public transport options in the Corsham area are frequent and reliable.
In general, public transport staff are helpful and treat me with respect.
I find it difficult to access information about bus or train times in the Corsham area.
It's easy to park near the places I need to go (supermarket, GP, etc).

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* 6. Transportation - One Suggestion
What is one thing that would make it easier for you to get out and about in the Corsham area?

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* 7. Housing - Housing Tenure
What tenure of housing do you live in?

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* 8. Housing - 'Age in Place'
I plan to 'age in place' (in my current home) as long as I am able.

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* 9. Housing - General

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree Not applicable/don't know
My rent/mortgage is affordable to me.
I can afford bills and repairs related to my housing.
I can move around my home safely and easily.
I know where to get support (information about tradespeople, financial support, etc) to improve my housing.
I know where to find out about the housing options available in Corsham.
My home will need adaptations to meet my needs as I get older.
There are housing options available locally that would meet my needs if or when I want to move.

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* 10. Housing - Most Important What is most important to you when considering your home/living arrangements?

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* 11. Social Participation - Groups
I am part of a group/groups (hobby and social interest groups, residents' groups, etc) in Corsham

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* 12. Social Participation - General

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree Not applicable/don't know
There are activities and events in Corsham that interest me.
The activities and events that interest me are affordable to me.
The activities and events that interest me are organised in places that are accessible to me.
I know where to get information about activities and events in and around Corsham.
If I needed help I know someone would be there for me.
I interact with neighbours, more than just to say hello, on most days.
I often feel lonely.

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* 13. Social Participation - What Do You Enjoy?
Please share a social activity in your community that you take part in and particularly enjoy (leisure, cultural, spiritual) and tell us why.

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* 14. Social Partipation - Barriers
If there are barriers to you participating in activities, please tell us what they are.

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* 15. Respect and Social Inclusion - General

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree Not applicable/don't know
I see positive imagery of older people in the local area (eg in newspapers, posters and other marketing).
My cultural heritage is celebrated in the local area (eg through events or culturally appropriate services).
There are opportunities for me to interact with different generations.
In the local area I often feel badly treated because of my age.
I know where to report abuse or discrimination based on age if I experience it.
Businesses (eg shops, cafes, leisure facilities, etc) in Corsham meet my needs as a customer.

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* 16. Respect and Social Inclusion - Exclusion
Are there any spaces in Corsham that you feel excluded from? Tell us why.

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* 17. Civic Participation and Employment - Employment Status
What best reflects your employment status?

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* 18. Civic Participation and Employment - Volunteering
I currently volunteer on a regular basis

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* 19. Civic Participation and Employment - General

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree Not applicable/don't know
My job offers good opportunities for career progression and skill building.
My job allows for flexible working arrangements.
I feel that I experience a lack of respect because of my age in the workplace.
I know about volunteering opportunities in Corsham.
There are volunteer opportunities in Corsham that appeal to me.
I can easily get to and from volunteering opportunities that appeal to me in Corsham.
There are opportunities for my voice to be heard in local decision-making (eg public consultations, forums).
In general I think that local elected officials effectively respond to the concerns and priorities of older people.

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* 20. Communication and Information - Getting the News
How do you hear about what's going on in and around Corsham?

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* 21. Communication and Information - Using Tech
What do you use on a daily basis (tick all that apply)?

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* 22. Communication and Information - General

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree Not applicable/don't know
I know where to access information about services that are available to me in Corsham.
The information I receive from the Town Council or other local organisations is clear and easy to understand.
The information I receive from the Town Council or other local organisations is useful to me.
I am comfortable using the internet for personal social use (talking to friends, reading the news, etc).
I am comfortable using the internet to access services I need (eg internet banking, council services, etc).

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* 23. Health Services and Community Support - Caring for Adults
Do you regularly help anyone aged 18+ who would not be able to manage without your support?

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* 24. Health Services and Community Support - Caring for Under 18s
Do you regularly provide childcare for anyone under 18 (eg so parents can work)?

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* 25. Health Services and Community Support - Carers
Are you registered as a carer?

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* 26. Health Services and Community Support - General

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree Not applicable/don't know
I am satisfied with the care options available to me in Corsham (eg home care, personal care, housekeeping)
The health services (eg dentist, physiotherapy) in Corsham are affordable.
In general, when I access healthcare services, the staff treat me with respect.
I know where to go to access healthcare support and welfare services in my neighbourhood.
I am able to understand the information I receive about my health (from doctors, carers, etc)
There are opportunities for me to exercise in Corsham that appeal to me (eg walking, gyms, exercise classes).
On a 'usual' day I eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables.

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* 27. Health Services and Community Support - Your Health Priorities
Can you name three things that you prioritise for your health?

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* 28. Wellbeing

  Strongly agree Agree Neither agree nor disagree Disagree Strongly disagree
I am happy to grow old in Corsham.

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* 29. Do you have any other comments about growing older in Corsham that you would like to add?

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* 30. General
What is your age?

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* 31. What is your gender?

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* 32. Please enter the first five digits/letters of your postcode (eg SN13 0 or SN13 9)

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