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First Universalist Older Adults Survey
First Universalist Older Adults Survey
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The Senior Advisory Team at First Universalist Church is planning programs and activities next year for congregants who are 60 + years. In June/July, we conducted focus groups with some of you to get ideas for possible programs/activities. We have combined those ideas with some of our own to develop the questions in this survey. We would like to know what YOU are interested in and would be likely to attend if the program or activity fit your schedule.
I Agree
The first set of questions are about small group activities that could be offered at church, out in the community, or in members’ homes.
(Please indicate your level of interest in each.)
Very Interested
Interested
Slightly Interested
Not at All Interested
Special interest group such as photography, doing a genealogy, etc.
Day or half-day tour to places of interest in the Twin Cities, such as historic, arts, cultural, mature sites, etc.
Recreational activities in small groups such as biking, hiking, dancing, etc.
Singles group
Arm chair traveling - sharing websites, tour companies, pictures/stories, etc.
Vacation with other church members
Action group to do projects that serve ongoing infrastructure needs of the church
Working together on a project that serves community needs
Activities that tap into my creativity, such as drawing, poetry, quilting, writing, singing, etc.
Tour of First Universalist Faith in Action sites (e.g., Fairview Augsburg Academy, Beacon Housing, EMERGE)
Groups that gather to play games, such as Bridge, Chess, Poker, Cribbage, etc.
A friendship group of like-minded First Universalist congregants that meets regularly
Pop-up events, e.g., going to a movie and lunch with other church members
The next questions are about
programs
that could be offered at church – some would be one-time programs, others might be offered as a mini series and others in ongoing small groups. (
Please indicate
your level of interest
in each.)
Very Interested
Interested
Slightly Interested
Not at all Interested
Intellectually stimulating programs on contemporary topics of interest to UUers.
Learn more about the UU faith and its founders and leaders
Explore humanism and other life philosophies
Hearing the legacy stories of some of our church elders
Health promotion programs, such as fitness and wellness programs
Centering programs like yoga, tai chi
Managing the retirement transition
What gives meaning in my life now: Who am I, What have I done, What do I want to do?
Series about innovative housing options and issues to consider in choosing
How to manage my financial resources considering my health, housing needs, family situation, values, and legacy
Very Interested
Interested
Slightly Interested
Not at all Interested
Consider ways to give back and be of service at this stage of life: as a volunteer and/or change agent
Parenting & grandparenting – developing good intergenerational relationships
Positive approach to managing chronic illness & health changes
Managing declines in cognitive functioning
Health care directives and other legal documents related to end of life
Opportunity to engage with First Universalist youth (e.g., mentoring, telling my legacy story)
Spiritual practice group, such as meditation
A multi-session program to “Awaken the Sage Within" – reflecting on the second half of life
A series of sessions on building resilience for the second stage (e.g., mindfulness, nutrition, physical activity, social connections, etc.)
Salon (small group) to reflect/share about meaningful topics, such as “loss & forgiveness”
Small group to discuss books about intentional aging, such as “Age-ing to Sage-ing”
Wisdom Circles – small group of adults who share connection and conversation about personal, family, community and global issues
After reviewing the activities and programs listed above, which, if any, would you be willing to organize and/or lead? Please provide your name if you indicated an interest.
How important is each of the following to you in deciding whether to attend a program or activity for older adults at First Universalist?
Extremely Important
Important
Somewhat Important
Not at all Important
Intellectual stimulation – to learn something new
To have social connections with others in our church
Personal & spiritual reflection, insight and growth
Learn ways to help me manage this stage of my life
To be in solidarity with others who share my values
To engage in meaningful conversations with others
To motivate me to take action that fits with my values
To be physically active
To be of service to others
To have fun
To share a meal together, such as lunch
Other:________________________________________
Below are different formats for offering programs and activities for older adults at First Universalist Church.
Please indicate your preference for each.
Most Preferred
Preferred
Okay
Not at all Preferred
Lecture or panel of speakers where you just listen
Presentation and opportunity to discuss with others
Being part of a small group of people that meet several times to get better acquainted and talk about mutual interests
A program series that meets several times and builds on prior learning/discussion
A tour to an interesting site in the Twin Cities
An in-depth workshop or class on a theme such as “conscious aging,” “exploring my creativity” etc.
A “Celebration Weekday” each month that includes dinner followed by a choice of small group opportunities, such as learning about a topic/issue, a recreational, activity, or a special interest group
Which days and times are you available and most likely to participate in a program or activity for older adults at First Universalist?
Mark all that would work for you
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
DEMOGRAPHICS
The following questions are being asked to help us determine what types of programs and activities are of most interest for which sub-groups among First Universalist seniors.
Are you
Male
Female
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