AARP Texas Advances Understanding of South Asian Senior Caregiving Needs in Greater Houston
AARP Texas, part of the nation’s largest organization serving adults age 50 and older, sought to better understand the needs of South Asian seniors and their caregivers in the Greater Houston region. Outreach Strategists led a comprehensive community needs assessment combining research, stakeholder engagement, and qualitative interviews to identify challenges, service gaps, and opportunities to better support aging populations.
Results
Produced a comprehensive report examining the needs of South Asian seniors and caregivers in Greater Houston
Engaged caregivers, medical professionals, and community organizations to inform findings and recommendations
Provided AARP with research to support expanded outreach to Asian American communities at the local, state, and national levels
Created a resource for community leaders and organizations serving older adults
Identified opportunities to strengthen services and support systems for aging populations
Stakeholder engagement with caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to inform research findings.
Stakeholder engagement with caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations to inform research findings.
Strategy
Conducted a community needs assessment focused on South Asian seniors and family caregivers in the Greater Houston area
Analyzed demographic, statistical, and community data to identify emerging trends and unmet needs
Facilitated interviews with caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community service organizations
Gathered insights on cultural, linguistic, healthcare, and caregiving challenges affecting older adults
Developed recommendations to support future outreach, programming, and community engagement efforts
Impact
The assessment helped inform outreach and engagement efforts focused on Asian American communities and contributed to the creation of a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the needs of South Asian seniors in Greater Houston.
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