Our Mission Statement
It is the mission of the Seniors Council to enable older persons to function with independence and dignity in their homes and in the community to their fullest capacity.
What does Seniors Council do?
- Operates the Area Agency on Aging in San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties
- Operates the Foster Grandparent Program & Senior Companion Program in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz Counties
- Operates Project SCOUT program, providing tax-preparation and homeowner/renter application assistance programs through its dedicated core of volunteers in Santa Cruz County
- Conducts public hearings, work-shops, forums and a large Annual Meeting to explore issues of interest to Seniors
- Receives federal, state and local funds for seniors services, distributes those funds to direct service providers, and oversees program operations
October Newsletter
