What is a livable community?

Johnson County is a livable community that offers:

•     health and supportive services
• transportation and mobility options
• affordable and appropriate housing
• community and economic development
• cultural, volunteer, life-long learning and employment opportunities and
• public safety

Together these attributes facilitate personal independence and the engagement of residents in civic and social life.

A livable community is where everyone can age successfully, which is defined as living as vital a life as possible with the opportunity to flourish in the community. Successful aging is characterized by:

•     supportive relationships with family and friends
• optimal mental and physical health
• community involvement
• new learning experiences
• a sense of purpose and meaning of life

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