Stockley Center As a Resource for Sussex County’s Health: The Stockley Center and You

Stockley Center As a Resource for Sussex County’s Health: The Stockley Center and You August 8, 2012

Agenda

Advisory Group • Senator Joseph Booth • Dennis Forney • Chip Guy • Kyle Hodges • John Hollis • Secretary Rita Landgraf • Todd Lawson • Christine Long • Senator Robert Venables • Mike Vincent

Why We Are Here • Stockley Center in Sussex • History • Possibilities

Planning: Planners and key issue advisors developed a focus prompt and identified participants Idea Generation: Communities of interest and expertise were identified, and responded with brainstormed ideas Structuring: Communities of interest and expertise sorted and rated the results of the idea development, authoring the structure and value domain of the issue Representation: CSI computed the maps, pattern matches and “go zones,” and prepared them for interpretation Interpretation and Use: Strategies and tactics for action will follow directly from the interpretation of the results. Pattern matches and go zones will help to build consensus on action. Overview of Concept Mapping Steps

Defining the Issue • Specific Aim: • To identify, prioritize, and plan to address both needs and uses to expand the utilization of the Stockley Center and its property for Delawareans and Sussex County. “If the Stockley Center and its surrounding property were open to all in Sussex County, how do you think you, your family or members of your community might use the facilities and outdoors to improve health and well-being?”

Identifying Key Informants • Over 150 participants were invited to brainstorm online. • Additionally, brainstorming was open for public input via poster announcements, comment sheets and drop boxes, and the website at several locations in Sussex County. • All invited individuals were later asked to sort and/or rate the ideas on importance and feasibility.

Of those who responded… Are you a Sussex County resident?

Of those who responded… If you are a Sussex County resident, how long have you lived there? Longest 60 Shortest 0 Average Years as a Resident 25.30 Total Number of Responses 57 Did Not Respond 7

Of those who responded… If you have been a visitor of Sussex County, how many years have you been visiting? Longest 56 Shortest 0 Average Years as a Visitor 14.43 Total Number of Responses 47 Did Not Respond 17

Of those who responded… Of the following, in which type of geographic area do you work most of the time?

Of those who responded… Of the following, which type of organization or agency are you most affiliated with?

Of those who responded… Of the following, which community are you most closely affiliated with?

279 statements generated 98 final statements Eliciting Knowledge and Opinion • Online brainstorming session: April 15, - May 17, 2012 (205 website visits) • Stakeholder meeting brainstorming session: May 14, 2012 Community vegetable gardens for County residents, including low income families, that could also support the Food Bank of Delaware's food distribution and food closets (16) A clinic onsite to address lifestyle related chronic disease, obesity, cardiovascular disease, where activity and nutrition are part of the therapy (23) Transportation within the property accessible (37) Inclusive accessible community center (64) Ensure that any development does not hamper the residents' safety and their ability to enjoy the outdoor environment (31)

Decide how to manage multiple tasks. 20 Manage resources effectively. 4 Work quickly and effectively under pressure 49 Organize the work when directions are not specific. 39 Rating Sheet 1 Manage time effectively 2 Manage resources effectively. 3 Scan a multitude of information and decide what is important. 4 Decide how to manage multiple tasks. 1 2 3 4 5 5 Organize the work when directions are not specific. 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 Manage time effectively 3 Scan a multitude of information and decide what is important. 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Organizing Knowledge and Opinion 98 statements were sorted into groups Each statement was rated twice (Importance & Feasibility)

Organizing Knowledge and Opinion • Online Sorting and Rating: 6/11/12 – 7/6/12 • 19 participants of the 62 invited (31%) completed the conceptual sorting of the ideas for analysis. • 64 participants of the 167 invited (38%) contributed their input on the Importance ratings. • 46 participants of the 167 invited (28%) contributed their input on the Feasibility ratings.

Building the Results • The Raw Materials: • Statements • Sort Input from each participant • Rate Input from each participant • The Tools • Aggregation of Sort Data • Similarity Matrix • Multidimensional Scaling • Cluster Analysis

This point map shows all of the ideas in relation to one another… 1 53 44 68 42 10 78 28 7 63 39 67 87 86 71 43 50 88 41 82 80 5 23 57 3 35 89 18 54 96 95 29 2 60 74 49 8 36 48 24 90 40 46 75 92 16 84 85 34 81 25 21 76 91 64 52 51 69 20 38 11 73 19 79 65 22 66 47 4 59 98 58 93 12 83 26 62 32 31 45 9 33 70 30 94 15 17 97 72 77 55 56 13 27 14 “If the Stockley Center and its surrounding property were open to all in Sussex County, how do you think you, your family or members of your community might use the facilities and outdoors to improve health and well-being?” 37 6 61

Each point represents one of the brainstormed ideas. 1 53 44 68 42 10 78 28 7 63 39 67 87 86 71 43 50 88 41 82 80 5 23 57 3 35 89 18 54 96 95 29 2 60 74 49 8 36 48 24 90 40 46 75 92 16 84 85 34 81 25 21 76 91 64 52 51 69 20 38 11 73 19 79 65 22 66 47 4 59 98 58 93 12 83 26 62 32 31 45 9 33 70 30 94 15 17 97 72 77 55 56 13 27 14 37 6 61 Have emergency shelters for families or communities in danger (52)

Conceptually similar ideas appear closer together. 1 53 44 68 42 10 78 28 7 63 39 67 87 86 71 43 50 88 41 82 80 5 23 57 3 35 89 18 54 96 95 29 2 60 74 49 8 36 48 24 90 40 46 75 92 16 84 85 34 81 25 21 76 91 64 52 51 69 20 38 11 73 19 79 65 22 66 47 4 59 98 58 93 12 83 26 62 32 31 45 9 33 70 30 94 15 17 97 72 77 55 56 13 27 14 37 6 61 Mixed-use and affordable housing with associated stores, restaurants, medical/dental and recreational services included (19) Small, well run mobile home park including accessible trailers (26) Have emergency shelters for families or communities in danger (52) Have housing for inmates that get out and have nowhere to go (66)

Conceptually different ideas appear farther apart. Fresh air program that offers children from urban communities to experience the outdoors (90) Medical residency/clinical programs in rural health, disability health and specialty health fields like dentistry (39) 1 53 44 68 42 10 78 28 7 63 39 67 87 86 71 43 50 88 41 82 80 5 23 57 3 35 89 18 54 96 95 29 2 60 74 49 8 36 48 24 90 40 46 75 92 16 84 85 34 81 25 21 76 91 64 52 51 69 20 38 11 73 19 79 65 22 66 47 4 59 98 58 93 12 83 26 62 32 31 45 9 33 70 30 94 15 17 97 72 77 55 56 13 27 14 37 6 61 Mixed-use and affordable housing with associated stores, restaurants, medical/dental and recreational services included (19) Small, well run mobile home park including accessible trailers (26) Have emergency shelters for families or communities in danger (52) Have housing for inmates that get out and have nowhere to go (66)

The ideas are organized into groups… 1 53 44 68 42 10 78 28 7 63 39 67 87 86 71 43 50 88 41 82 80 5 23 57 3 35 89 18 54 96 95 29 2 60 74 49 8 36 48 24 90 40 46 75 92 16 84 85 34 81 25 21 76 91 64 52 51 69 20 38 11 73 19 79 65 22 66 47 4 59 98 58 93 12 83 26 62 32 31 45 9 33 70 30 94 15 17 97 72 77 55 56 13 27 14 37 6 61 …so that similar ideas can be considered in a shared conceptual structure.

Educational Experiences (1 of 2) Use as a campus for college or university degree programs that people with disabilities can enroll in (1) A volunteer-based after school tutoring/mentoring facility for local school kids who are in need of additional supports for them to become successful (7) A community learning center for all ages focusing on health, the environment, and safety (10) Programs for people to learn about food preparation at different levels, from home cooking and canning to culinary classes (28) A botanic garden and outdoor learning classroom for youth as well as adults (29) A place for our school aged special needs children to go to when school is not in session (35) Integrated program of afterschool and summer learning for area children that emphasizes health and the outdoors (42) Retreat Center similar to Omega Institute for integrated health and wellbeing programs (43) High school linkage to train for jobs in medical profession, aging, disabilities (44) Employment training center to help people in the community (50) Connect to post secondary schools to offer programs in nursing, health care support and rehabilitation (53) A center for volunteer and not-for-profit groups, with a volunteerism office (54)

Educational Experiences (2 of 2) Develop the site as a training center and model for universal design principles (63) A training center with the capacity to support professional development for care providers (67) Training for people with disabilities in life skills, job skills, interfacing with professionals and customers (68) An education center for gardening (master gardening) of special plant life in the area (71) A children's museum emphasizing health on site (74) Give space to arts organizations in exchange for their offering classes, exhibits, education in the arts (78) Disability awareness training for the general public (86) Nearby schools could use the property in their science classes to explore nature, grow plants etc. (87) Youth outward bound program (89)

Open Spaces An inclusive resource/activity and arts center with theater and amphitheater (20) Youth fishing teaching-tournaments near the Doe Bridge south-east section of property (21) Wildlife and native bird sanctuary, possibly with a rehabilitation/exhibition area and learning program for all ages (46) Hunting with attention to learning and safety (76) Space for star gazing or a planetarium (84) Link a botanical garden and arboretum into the State's emerging Greenway/ Bike trail project (85) Fresh air program that offers children from urban communities to experience the outdoors (90)

Recreation and Sports Adaptive recreation programs and equipment with universal design principles (4) Tractor pulls (9) Horseback riding that is also for adults and children with disabilities (11) Add Stockley as a State Park to our Park system (12) A skateboard park or outdoor roller-skating/ice-skating rink (30) Public outdoor swimming facilities for locals during the summer months (45) An amusement park that is also for people/children with disabilities (58) A petting zoo for the developmentally disabled of any age and disabled for any reason (73) A venue for community based sports activities that would be participatory and open to all children regardless of ability (79) Accessible labyrinth using an appropriate design for the area (91) An equestrian center for horse shows, dressage, etc. (93) Cabins and tent space for families and groups for camping (98)

Trails and Features A progressive outdoor fitness course, with activity stations (6) Use the recreation facilities for exercise for people with disabilities (13) Involve artists and families in developing an accessible arts park area, that may include sculpture, outside music-making sites, instruments, and theater workshops (14) A rail trail that runs next to existing railways and is connected to the statewide trail system (15) Affordable and accessible indoor recreation facility including pool and gym (17) A stable and leveled track to encourage physical activity for many who have diverse needs, including walking, biking, strollers, walkers and wheelchairs (27) Outdoor equipment for children to play including, swings, slides, and recreational games (32) A bike path in the developed area of campus (55) Have a dog-friendly trail system (56) Proper surfaces and signage for trails (61) Connect to statewide trail system that is existing and planned (70) Walking and biking trail connected to statewide planned trail system, with posted nature signs and the ability for nature tours and presentations (77) Nature trails a la Cape Henlopen State Park where the bald eagles can be observed (94) Accessible water park (97)

Center of Sussex A public botanic garden that would offer a spiritual retreat, opportunities for botanical education, a place for weddings, creation of art, and a destination for fitness walkers (34) An outdoor and indoor social activities center for families, communities, youth, corporate meetings (38) The Stockley Center indoor pool open for individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities in the community (51) Inclusive accessible community center (64) Pet park connected to pet therapy (69) Open existing facilities (e.g., aquatic therapy pool) to the whole community (83)

Infrastructure Development An animal shelter (22) Ensure that any development does not hamper the residents' safety and their ability to enjoy the outdoor environment (31) Adequate roads and transportation connecting Stockley to the County's communities (33) Transportation within the property accessible (37) Maintain and build upon a peaceful environment that the people at Stockley Center currently enjoy (47) Accessible bathroom facilities (62) Commercial development around the property, with emphasis on hiring people with disabilities (65) A place open to the public with ample parking (72)

Housing Mixed-use and affordable housing with associated stores, restaurants, medical/dental and recreational services included (19) Healthful eating establishments on site (25) Small, well run mobile home park including accessible trailers (26) Have emergency shelters for families or communities in danger (52) Build a housing development on Stockley from high end to affordable housing all based on universal design (59) Have housing for inmates that get out and have nowhere to go (66) Consider the residents of Stockley Center that have called Stockley home for many years (81)

Health and Wellness (1 of 2) An inter-generational multi-use center for wellness that supports active living and wellness, including classes for smoking cessation, fitness, nutrition, stress management and caregiver support (2) A place to support respite breaks for caregivers of people with special needs (3) A community based clinic on site, with mental, behavioral, dental, physical health providers geared toward wellness (5) Accessible adult day care (8) An assistive technology resource center to link people with equipment that can help maintain or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities (18) A clinic onsite to address lifestyle related chronic disease, obesity, cardiovascular disease, where activity and nutrition are part of the therapy (23) Create group homes for dementia patients (24) Accessible 24 hour child care (36) Medical residency/clinical programs in rural health, disability health and specialty health fields like dentistry (39) Use the existing medical and dental facility to expand services and access to primary and specialty care, including dental (41)

Health and Wellness (2 of 2) Services and supports to persons with disabilities who reside in the community first, then expand to other community members (48) Expand existing facilities to support homeless people, to offer medical and dental care, counseling (49) Use the facilities for community health needs including emotional, behavioral and physical health that are not currently available (57) Enhance services to our veterans, especially those that have returned with injuries and need some intensive rehab (60) Autism-related customized sensory experience/environment for children with autism (80) Organized and integrated help for the aging population (82) Use the facility for medical providers to provide medical care to people with disabilities (88) A location to stabilize and support those experiencing behavioral or emotional crisis, for all, including those with developmental disabilities (95) Open an Alzheimer's unit, for both day and residential care (96)

Community Garden Community vegetable gardens for County residents, including low income families, that could also support the Food Bank of Delaware's food distribution and food closets (16) A community vegetable garden that includes both individual spaces and community supported agriculture (CSA) (40) Host farmer's markets in season (75) Look at programs that already exist in the state, that the Stockley location can link to (92)

The Emerging Structure Educational Experiences Health and Wellness Community Garden Open Spaces Housing Center of Sussex Recreation and Sports Infrastructure Development Trails and Features …contains all of the details and provides a conceptual structure.

Ratings Importance On a scale of 1 to 4, please rate how important you think each idea is to improving health and well-being. 1=relatively unimportant 2=somewhat important 3=very important 4=extremely important. Feasibility On a scale of 1 to 4, please rate how feasible you think it is to do or accomplish each idea, given the climate for support, within the next five years. 1=not feasible 2=somewhat feasible 3=very feasible 4=already exists

Importance by Feasibility– All Participants, Relative Importance (n=64) Feasibility (n=46) 2.86 2.54 Health and Wellness Community Garden Infrastructure Development Health and Wellness Community Garden Infrastructure Development Trails and Features Trails and Features Center of Sussex Educational Experiences Center of Sussex Educational Experiences Open Spaces Recreation and Sports Open Spaces Housing Recreation and Sports Housing 2.16 1.93 r = 0.94

Importance by Feasibility– All Participants, Absolute Importance (n=64) Feasibility (n=46) 2.90 2.90 Health and Wellness Community Garden Infrastructure Development Community Garden Trails and Features Infrastructure Development Center of Sussex Health and Wellness Educational Experiences Trails and Features Center of Sussex Open Spaces Educational Experiences Housing Recreation and Sports Open Spaces Recreation and Sports Housing 1.92 1.92 r = 0.94

Low High Importance Comparing Statements in a Cluster on Ratings: Go Zones Feasibility mean for this cluster Low Importance High Feasibility High Importance High Feasibility High Feasibility Low Importance Low Feasibility High Importance Low Feasibility Low 49 Importance mean for this cluster

Educational Experiences (1 of 2) 7. A volunteer-based after school tutoring/mentoring facility for local school kids who are in need of additional supports for them to become successful 10. A community learning center for all ages focusing on health, the environment, and safety 35. A place for our school aged special needs children to go to when school is not in session 42. Integrated program of afterschool and summer learning for area children that emphasizes health and the outdoors 44. High school linkage to train for jobs in medical profession, aging, disabilities 53. Connect to post secondary schools to offer programs in nursing, health care support and rehabilitation 67. A training center with the capacity to support professional development for care providers 68. Training for people with disabilities in life skills, job skills, interfacing with professionals and customers 86. Disability awareness training for the general public 87. Nearby schools could use the property in their science classes to explore nature, grow plants etc. r = 0.65 3.28 68 86 42 67 29 87 35 Feasibility 10 44 63 53 7 2.23 1 71 78 50 54 28 89 43 74 43. Retreat Center similar to Omega Institute for integrated health and wellbeing programs 1.48 1.19 2.45 3.67 Importance

Educational Experiences (2 of 2) 28. Programs for people to learn about food preparation at different levels, from home cooking and canning to culinary classes 50. Employment training center to help people in the community 54. A center for volunteer and not-for-profit groups, with a volunteerism office 71. An education center for gardening (master gardening) of special plant life in the area 74. A children's museum emphasizing health on site 78. Give space to arts organizations in exchange for their offering classes, exhibits, education in the arts 89. Youth outward bound program r = 0.65 3.28 68 86 42 67 29 87 35 Feasibility 10 44 63 53 7 2.23 1 71 78 50 54 28 89 43 74 1. Use as a campus for college or university degree programs that people with disabilities can enroll in 29. A botanic garden and outdoor learning classroom for youth as well as adults 63. Develop the site as a training center and model for universal design principles 1.48 1.19 2.45 3.67 Importance

Open Spaces 46. Wildlife and native bird sanctuary, possibly with a rehabilitation/exhibition area and learning program for all ages 85. Link a botanical garden and arboretum into the State's emerging Greenway/ Bike trail project r = 0.56 3.28 20. An inclusive resource/activity and arts center with theater and amphitheater 46 Feasibility 84 85 21 2.09 90 76 20 84. Space for star gazing or a planetarium 21. Youth fishing teaching-tournaments near the Doe Bridge south-east section of property 76. Hunting with attention to learning and safety 90. Fresh air program that offers children from urban communities to experience the outdoors 1.48 1.19 2.17 3.67 Importance

Recreation and Sports 4. Adaptive recreation programs and equipment with universal design principles 11. Horseback riding that is also for adults and children with disabilities 12. Add Stockley as a State Park to our Park system 45. Public outdoor swimming facilities for locals during the summer months 79. A venue for community based sports activities that would be participatory and open to all children regardless of ability r = 0.89 3.28 4 12 Feasibility 11 45 79 91 98 2.02 91. Accessible labyrinth using an appropriate design for the area 98. Cabins and tent space for families and groups for camping 73 93 9. Tractor pulls 30. A skateboard park or outdoor roller-skating/ice-skating rink 58. An amusement park that is also for people/children with disabilities 73. A petting zoo for the developmentally disabled of any age and disabled for any reason 93. An equestrian center for horse shows, dressage, etc. 30 9 58 1.48 1.19 2.16 3.67 Importance

Trails and Features 6. A progressive outdoor fitness course, with activity stations 13. Use the recreation facilities for exercise for people with disabilities 17. Affordable and accessible indoor recreation facility including pool and gym 27. A stable and leveled track to encourage physical activity for many who have diverse needs, including walking, biking, strollers, walkers and wheelchairs 61. Proper surfaces and signage for trails 77. Walking and biking trail connected to statewide planned trail system, with posted nature signs and the ability for nature tours and presentations 94. Nature trails a la Cape Henlopen State Park where the bald eagles can be observed r = 0.86 3.28 61 13 17 6 32 27 77 55 94 56 2.33 Feasibility 70 14 15 14. Involve artists and families in developing an accessible arts park area, that may include sculpture, outside music-making sites, instruments, and theater workshops 15. A rail trail that runs next to existing railways and is connected to the statewide trail system 56. Have a dog-friendly trail system 97. Accessible water park 32. Outdoor equipment for children to play including, swings, slides, and recreational games 55. A bike path in the developed area of campus 70. Connect to statewide trail system that is existing and planned 97 1.48 1.19 2.61 3.67 Importance

Center of Sussex 51. The Stockley Center indoor pool open for individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities in the community 83. Open existing facilities (e.g., aquatic therapy pool) to the whole community r = 0.98 3.28 51 64. Inclusive accessible community center Feasibility 83 64 2.27 34 38 69 34. A public botanic garden that would offer a spiritual retreat, opportunities for botanical education, a place for weddings, creation of art, and a destination for fitness walkers 38. An outdoor and indoor social activities center for families, communities, youth, corporate meetings 69. Pet park connected to pet therapy 1.48 1.19 2.49 3.67 Importance

Infrastructure Development 31. Ensure that any development does not hamper the residents' safety and their ability to enjoy the outdoor environment 33. Adequate roads and transportation connecting Stockley to the County's communities 37. Transportation within the property accessible 47. Maintain and build upon a peaceful environment that the people at Stockley Center currently enjoy 62. Accessible bathroom facilities r = 0.87 3.28 47 31 62 37 33 2.49 Feasibility 72 22 65 22. An animal shelter 65. Commercial development around the property, with emphasis on hiring people with disabilities 72. A place open to the public with ample parking 1.48 1.19 2.66 3.67 Importance

Housing 52. Have emergency shelters for families or communities in danger 81. Consider the residents of Stockley Center that have called Stockley home for many years r = 0.95 81 3.28 25. Healthful eating establishments on site Feasibility 25 52 1.93 19. Mixed-use and affordable housing with associated stores, restaurants, medical/dental and recreational services included 26. Small, well run mobile home park including accessible trailers 59. Build a housing development on Stockley from high end to affordable housing all based on universal design 66. Have housing for inmates that get out and have nowhere to go 19 66 59 26 1.48 1.19 2.16 3.67 Importance

Health and Wellness (1 of 2) 3. A place to support respite breaks for caregivers of people with special needs 5. A community based clinic on site, with mental, behavioral, dental, physical health providers geared toward wellness 8. Accessible adult day care 18. An assistive technology resource center to link people with equipment that can help maintain or improve the functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities 39. Medical residency/clinical programs in rural health, disability health and specialty health fields like dentistry 41. Use the existing medical and dental facility to expand services and access to primary and specialty care, including dental 60. Enhance services to our veterans, especially those that have returned with injuries and need some intensive rehab 80. Autism-related customized sensory experience/environment for children with autism 88. Use the facility for medical providers to provide medical care to people with disabilities r = 0.78 3.28 48 3 5 88 8 18 39 41 80 23 57 60 2 2.47 96 82 Feasibility 95 24 36 49 2. An inter-generational multi-use center for wellness that supports active living and wellness, including classes for smoking cessation, fitness, nutrition, stress management and caregiver support 82. Organized and integrated help for the aging population 1.48 1.19 2.86 3.67 Importance

Health and Wellness (2 of 2) 23. A clinic onsite to address lifestyle related chronic disease, obesity, cardiovascular disease, where activity and nutrition are part of the therapy 48. Services and supports to persons with disabilities who reside in the community first, then expand to other community members 57. Use the facilities for community health needs including emotional, behavioral and physical health that are not currently available r = 0.78 3.28 48 3 5 88 8 18 39 41 80 23 57 60 2 2.47 96 82 Feasibility 95 24 36 49 24. Create group homes for dementia patients 36. Accessible 24 hour child care 49. Expand existing facilities to support homeless people, to offer medical and dental care, counseling 95. A location to stabilize and support those experiencing behavioral or emotional crisis, for all, including those with developmental disabilities 96. Open an Alzheimer's unit, for both day and residential care 1.48 1.19 2.86 3.67 Importance

Community Garden 75. Host farmer's markets in season r = 0.23 3.28 16. Community vegetable gardens for County residents, including low income families, that could also support the Food Bank of Delaware's food distribution and food closets 92 75 2.54 16 40 Feasibility 92. Look at programs that already exist in the state, that the Stockley location can link to 1.48 1.19 2.68 3.67 40. A community vegetable garden that includes both individual spaces and community supported agriculture (CSA) Importance

The Emerging Structure Educational Experiences Health and Wellness Community Garden Open Spaces Housing Center of Sussex Recreation and Sports Infrastructure Development Trails and Features …contains all of the details and provides a conceptual structure.

Stockley Center As a Resource for Sussex County’s Health: The Stockley Center and You