Communities are healthy and thriving.
Diversity among citizens is celebrated and there are opportunities for members to contribute their gifts and talents. Older adults age with dignity and without fear. We value all people and believe that they have the right to be treated with respect, to make their own choices, and to live with dignity in supportive communities. As a result of the Older Americans Act passed by Congress in 1965, a social and nutrition services program for America's older adults was established. It shall proactively advocate, plan, coordinate linkages with other agencies, share information, monitor and evaluate programs and services, to lead to the development or enhancement of comprehensive community based systems.