The directory below includes brief descriptions of existing and emerging Next Chapter projects and related programs in Arizona. Any that are being developed in conjunction with Civic Ventures are marked with NC.
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Arizona Statewide - EqualAccess Libraries
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| Program: |
EqualAccess Libraries
Arizona State Department of Libraries, Museums and Archives |
| Web site: |
http://www.ea.webjunction.org |
| Overview: |
This project trains librarians statewide to adopt a model for working with older adults that fosters successful aging through an emphasis on learning, social connections, life planning and community engagement. |
| Partners/Sponsors: |
This project was developed in conjunction with Libraries for the Future with support from the Qwest Foundation and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. |
| Contact: |
Joan Clark
602-542-5841
jclark@lib.az.us |
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Chandler - Boomerang NC
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| Program: |
Boomerang
Chandler Public Library |
| Web site: |
http://www.myboomerang.org/ |
| Overview: |
Boomerang is a new Chandler community project designed to help boomers and near or recent retirees explore a next career or new business, personal fulfillment through community involvement, life-long learning, travel and adventure. |
| Special Features: |
Boomerang is being implemented through multiple points of entry, including community forums, six centers based at libraries and community colleges, and a website. |
| Partners/Sponsors: |
The lead development agency is the Chandler Public Library with support from a broad Community Project Team, which includes the Chandler-Gilbert Community College/Sun Lakes Education Center, Chandler Regional Hospital, Chandler Nonprofit Coalition, Chandler Unified School District, City of Chandler, Intel, Friends of the Chandler Public Library, and Maricopa Workforce Connections. Boomerang is one of four Maricopa County Next Chapter Initiative projects developed with support and assistance from The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, Civic Ventures and Libraries for the Future. |
| Contact: |
Brenda Brown
Library Manager
480-782-2817
Brenda.brown@chandleraz.gov |
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Glendale - Directions and Connections: Life Options for Mature Adults
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| Program: |
Directions and Connections: Life Options for Mature Adults
Glendale Public Library |
| Web site: |
http://www.ci.glendale.az.us/Library |
| Overview: |
Directions and Connections is a collaborative community network, which holds seminars, special events and other programs to help link older adults with information and resources. |
| Partners/Sponsors: |
The project was developed with support from the Arizona State Library and in cooperation with city departments, older adult centers and agencies, hospitals, the state university, chamber of commerce, community college, volunteer center and other human service organizations. |
| Contact: |
Diane Nevill
623-930-3554 |
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Maricopa County - Maricopa Next Chapter Initiative NC
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| Program: |
Maricopa Next Chapter Initiative
The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust (A four-project initiative including Chandler, Mesa, Scottsdale and Tempe) |
| Web site: |
[under construction] |
| Overview: |
The Maricopa County Next Chapter Initiative is a multi-year effort to promote positive aging and build social capital in Maricopa County. It is helping to establish new community-level models that incorporate life planning, civic engagement, lifelong learning, and social connections for older adults. Its development began in early 2003 and included convening a county-wide commission, planning grants and technical assistance for planning. In late 2004, four projects were selected for three-year implementation grants awarded by the Piper Trust. These projects are in Chandler, Mesa, Scottsdale and Tempe. Each project is developing separately, but they are collaborating in four areas: marketing and communications, website development, life planning certification and training, and shared resource and collections. |
| Partners/Sponsors: |
The Maricopa Next Chapter Initiative receives funding and leadership from the Piper Trust and has received technical support from Civic Ventures and Libraries for the Future. At a county-wide level, a 70-member Maricopa County Commission on Productive Aging has provided community participation and input. At the local level, projects are being implemented by a wide range of partners, including community colleges, cities, libraries, senior services agencies, community collaboratives, nonprofits, and advisory boards made up of older adults. |
| Contact: |
Rhian Evans Allvin
520-829-7980
rgevans@cox.net |
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Mesa - Mesa Life Options NC
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| Program: |
Mesa Life Options
Mesa Community College |
| Web site: |
http://www.mc.maricopa.edu/organizations/community/comm_ed/ [under construction] |
| Overview: |
Mesa Life Options was launched in 2005. When fully operational, its programs will include: life planning and mentors, social programs, civic engagement, re-careering and jobs, lifelong learning and wellness, and information and resources. |
| Special Features: |
Life planning will be carried out through a cadre of Peer Life Planning Mentors. Multiple strategies will be used to reach out to community members, including at least two physical spaces that will be established over three years. |
| Partners/Sponsors: |
Mesa Life Options was developed by three key partners: Mesa Community College; Mesa Senior Services, Inc.; and the City of Mesa Community Services Department, which includes the libraries and parks and recreation. Mesa Life Options is one of four Maricopa County Next Chapter Initiative projects developed with support and assistance from The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, Civic Ventures and Libraries for the Future. |
| Contact: |
Barbara Thelander
480-461-6256
thelander@mail.mc.maricopa.edu |
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Scottsdale - Boomerz NC
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| Program: |
Boomerz
Scottsdale Community College |
| Web site: |
http://www.boomerzAz.com |
| Overview: |
Boomerz will create a welcoming place where maturing adult residents of Scottsdale and surrounding communities will discover a variety of resources to volunteer, pursue civic engagement, re-career and find employment, as well as to engage in lifelong learning, embark on healthy lifestyles, and enjoy social connections in a community for all ages. |
| Special Features: |
Boomerz will be phased in over three years from 2005 to 2008, first establishing a physical center on the campus and then replicating successes in satellite centers at partner organizations throughout the community. |
| Partners/Sponsors: |
Scottsdale Community College is working with the LINKS Community Collaborative, City of Scottsdale, Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce, Scottsdale Healthcare, Gateway Community College, the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community and other community groups and individuals. Boomerz is one of four Maricopa County Next Chapter Initiative projects developed with support and assistance from The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, Civic Ventures and Libraries for the Future. |
| Contact: |
Cindy Cooke, Director
480-423-6691
cindy.cooke@sccmail.maricopa.edu
9000 E. Chaparral Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85256 |
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Tempe - Tempe Connections NC
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| Program: |
Tempe Connections
City of Tempe |
| Web site: |
http://www.tempe.gov/connections [under construction] |
| Overview: |
Tempe Connections was launched in 2005 to create a comprehensive one-stop resource that connects baby boomers and other young seniors with information, services, and programs with a focus upon life planning, lifelong learning and new careers, wellness, civic engagement, social connections, and other areas of interest.
Read a profile about this initiative. |
| Special Features: |
The centerpiece of Tempe Connections will be a physical center within the Tempe Public Library that includes a café, as well as space for educational, volunteer, and information gathering opportunities. By 2007, the program intends to add satellite services within community multigenerational centers. |
| Partners/Sponsors: |
The City of Tempe's Public Library and Social Services Division has worked in conjunction with a citizen-led steering committee, the City of Tempe Cultural Services Division, Parks and Recreation Division, and Volunteer Office, Tempes multigenerational centers, Kiwanis Park Recreational Center, St. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center, The Friends of the Tempe Public Library, Tempe Community Council, Mesa Community College, Arizona State University, Tempe Chamber of Commerce, Tempe Workforce Development, Tempe Community Action Agency, and other community-based organizations and agencies. A Citizens Advisory Council has been developed to help carry out this plan. It is one of four Maricopa County Next Chapter Initiative projects developed with support and assistance from The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust, Civic Ventures and Libraries for the Future. |
| Contact: |
Teri Metros
Library Director
480-350-5551
Teri_Metros@tempe.gov
Judy Tapscott
Social Services Director
480-350-5432
Judy_Tapscott@tempe.gov
City of Tempe
3500 South Rural Road
Tempe, AZ 85282 |
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