Senior Citizens Survey

The Efrat Local Council is working to create comprehensive and inclusive services to the diverse needs of senior citizens.

The results of this survey will help the council committee create a more accurate, effective, and well-rounded plan based on the existing needs of seniors.

Thank you for your cooperation.

General Details

I am filling out this survey : (required)

In my name For a family member with their consent • For a family member without their knowledge

If filling out the form for a family member, all remaining details should refer to the person the form is being completed for.

Gender (required)

Man Woman

Years of residence in Efrat : (required)

Marital status (required)

Residence (required)

I own my home I rent an apartment I live with my children I rent a housing unit Other

Do you have family members that live in Efrat? (required)

Yes, in my neighborhood Yes, in a different neighborhood Yes, I have family in Efrat and Gush Etzion No, but I have family in Gush Etzion No, my family does not live in Efrat or Gush Etzion I have no family

Are you a new Olah (required)

No, I was born in Israel I immigrated in the last 0-5 years I immigrated in the last 6-10 years I immigrated more than 10 years ago

Accessibility and Mobility

Private Vehicle:

I have a car and drive I do not have a car and rely on family for transportation I do not have a car and use public transportation I do not have a car and use taxis

Do you have private parking near your home?

Yes No

Does a lack of nearby parking affect your decision to attend events?

Yes, if parking is unavailable, I do not attend Yes, I hesitate or may decide not to go No, it does not affect me

(Do you have a scooter (kalnoit?

Yes No

If you use public transportation:

It fully meets my needs It partially meets my needs It does not meet my needs due to frequency/routes It does not meet my needs due to accessibility issues

Where do you use public transportation?

Only within Efrat Within Efrat and Gush Etzion Everywhere

How often do you use the taxi service in Gush Etzion?

Often Sometimes Never

Is your area accessible and suited to your needs? (Select all that apply)

My area is fully accessible The transition from the street to my home is not accessible There are too many stairs There are no handrails in public areas Sidewalks are not suitable for wheelchairs/walkers/canes Poor lighting makes navigation difficult at night Other

Enrichment and Leisure Activities

Participation in Matnas activities

Often Sometimes Rarely Not at all

Participation in cultural activities at the library:

Often Sometimes Rarely Not at all

Do you participate in Kitat Vatikim?

Yes No

Participation in Sheinfeld activities:

Often Sometimes Rarely Not at all

Are you familiar with Sheinfeld activities

Yes No

Do you participate in Moadon Vatikim?

Yes No

How do you feel about cultural activities in Efrat?

They are fulfilling and sufficient They are unfulfilling and insufficient They are fulfilling but insufficient They are sufficient but unfulfilling

Preferred language for cultural activities:

Hebrew English No preference

Do you avoid activities due to cost?

Yes No

Preferred location for activities:

In my neighborhood • Location does not matter, content does

For the most part, I attend activities

alone with my spouse with a friend with a family member

Do you attend cultural activities outside of Efrat?

Yes, in Jerusalem and Gush Etzion Yes, in Jerusalem Yes, in Gush Etzion No, only in Efrat

Do you volunteer?

At least once a week At least once a month Rarely Not at all

Health and Sports

How would you rate the medical services in Efrat?

Satisfactory Partially satisfactory Not satisfactory

What medical services need improvement? (Select all that apply)

Extended public reception hours Availability of specialists Rehabilitation and physiotherapy services Home care/home hospitalization Availability of specialists Convenient locations for health clinics Other

Which health services are lacking in Efrat?

Do you use

A caregiver from a nursing company A foreign worker Private home aide No help

Do you use fitness facilities in Efrat?

Yes sometimes no

Do you have a membership to a sports center in Efrat?

Yes No, but I visit occasionally No, I do not go to a sports center

How would you describe your level of functioning?

Independent Independent but assisted by family members Assisted by a caregiver from a nursing service Partially independent with support from a foreign worker

General

Do you plan to continue living in Efrat over the next 10 years?

Yes Undecided No

What factors will influence your decision to remain in Efrat?

Proximity to family members	Availability of leisure activities	Access to medical services	Sense of belonging to the community	Medical status
Proximity to family members	Availability of leisure activities	Access to medical services	Sense of belonging to the community	Medical status

Indicate whether each factor will influence, will not influence, or will partially influence your decision.

In your opinion, to what extent is Efrat adapted to the needs of residents aged 60+?

To a great extent To a moderate extent To a small extent Not at all

We would appreciate any specific comments or suggestions.

Yes, I know and fully utilize my rights Yes, I know but only partially utilize my rights Yes, I am aware but have difficulty accessing my rights No, I am not familiar with these rights

Do you receive information intended for senior citizens?

Yes, I receive all relevant information Partially Not at all

Additional suggestions for improving the quality of life for senior residents:

Senior Citizens Survey

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Senior Citizens Survey

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