TABLE OF CONTENTS
Vision........................................................................................................1 Principles..................................................................................................2 Choosing the Criteria................................................................................3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Access to Park spaces...................................................................4 Proximity to shopping centres.........................................................5 Demographic considerations...........................................................6 Preschool population.......................................................................7 Property value and affordability.......................................................8 Healthcare accessibility...................................................................9
Weighted sum.........................................................................................10 Suitability.................................................................................................11 Appendix................................................................................................12 References..............................................................................................13
Vision A group of Developments (client) has asked for a cohesive analysis of the existing golf courses in Calgary to be replaced with a new community for seniors and the aging population. The goal is to support ageing in place. The vision of the study is to ensure that the main needs of the aging population are met and they will benefit a high quality of life in the future.
City of Calgary Golf Courses
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Principles To achieve the vision, the main principles for site selection are listed. Key factors among them are: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Demand Demographic criteria Health related criteria Physiographic criteria Quality of urban space
Each of these principles includes other important sub-categories. In order to achieve an multifaceted decision and confidently justify it, we need to assess all of these factors in each golf course and attribute a relative weight to them.
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Choosing the Criteria Considering the scope of this report, 6 criteria are chosen and weighted: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Access to Park spaces 20% Proximity to shopping centers 15% Demographic considerations 20% Preschool population 5% Property value and affordability 10% Healthcare accessibility 30%
Healthcare accessibility
Access to Park spaces
Proximity to shopping centres Property and affordability In value the following pages,
explained
each of these criteria are Demographic considerations
Preschool population
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Criterion
weight %
Access to Park spaces Proximity to shopping centres Demographic considerations Preschool population Property value and affordability Healthcare accessibility
20 15 20 5 10 30
1. Access to Park spaces 20% Living close to parks and open space encourage seniors to come out and interact with nature and live a more active life.
Access to Park spaces (percent suitability) 0 75 100
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2. Proximity to shopping centres 15% Its important for the aging population to have immediate access to convenient stores, otherwise the result would be relying on other people. This will reduce seniors self-confidence. During the cold seasons, shopping centers are Ideal for walking for seniors.
Proximity to shopping centers (percent suitability) 0 75 100
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3. Demographic considerations 20% A surrounding community with a high number of seniors is more likely to have a high demand for senior housing development. This will provide the opportunity for aging in place and staying at the same pat of the city. Many seniors are living their homes to downsize. Choosing the best site in terms of demographics will guaranty senior’s future settlement.
Demographic (suitability) No Yes
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4. Preschool population 5% Having regular positive interactions with family and friends and being involved in several different social networks can help older adults be healthier. Close connections with others are likely to promote good health by shaping daily behavior that directly affects physical health. In recent years there are daycares opening inside seniors’ housing facilities. This will promote social interaction for both generations. Population of preschool children will indicate this potential.
Preschool population (percent suitability) 0 50 100
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5. Property value and affordability 10% The retired population often struggles with the tight budget. Affordability is one of the key factors that should always be considered when planning of this market. On one hand they deserve a life with dignity and respect and on the other hand they are not able to afford expensive services and products. Living in an expensive neighborhood will have negative effects on the image they have from themselves.
Preschool population (percent suitability) 30 60 100
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6. Healthcare accessibility Due to the reduced mobility of many seniors on one hand and the relatively high frequency of need on the other hand, it’s crucial to have healthcare facilities, close to the residential area.
Access to Park spaces (percent suitability) 30 60 100
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Weighted sum
Healthcare accessibility
Access to Park spaces
Proximity to shopping centres Property value and affordability
Demographic considerations Preschool population
Suitability The overall result of the analysis of the 6 criteria is illustrated in this map. Based on this information, we can indicate which golf course would be the best choice as a site for the future development of a seniors community.
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Low suitability High suitability
Suitability The following list indicated the ranking of the golf courses in terms of their suitability for future development. 1. Richmond Green 2. Confederation Park 3. Shaganappi Point 4. Harvest Hills 5. Lakeview 6. Golf Canada 7. Fox Hollow 8. McKenzie Meadows 9. Silver Springs 10. Inglewood 11. Calgary 12. Highland 13. Calgary Elks 14. The Hamptons 15. Country Hills 16. Canyon Meadows 17. McCall Lake 18. Valley Ridge 19. Shaw-Nee Slopes 20. Earl Grey 21. Willow Park 22. Eagle Quest
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Suitability Low suitability High suitability
Healthcare accessibility
Accessibility to Park spaces
Proximity to shopping centers
Demographic considerations
Preschool population
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Appendix
References www.calgary.ca www.chartwell.com www.theatlantic.com www.edmontonsun.com EVDP611 database
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