Advocacy for older Americans as a national resource in supporting independent living. Resource development through networking with the private sector and public agencies. Representation for those served by Senior Companion Projects, speaking on their behalf before national government bodies. Officers were elected every two years. Active membership is open to all Senior Companion Directors.
Active members have voting privileges.
Active membership is available to other project staff and to all other interested persons or groups. D.C. Cluster meetings are held once a year. Dwight Rasmussen Instrumental in preserving the current level of funding for Senior Companion Program when cuts are proposed. Assisting in bringing about changes in the re-authorization legislation that enhance the direction of the Senior Companion Program . Successful in securing program funding for 44 new projects in FY 1988.