The Mission of the CCCOAF

• To foster, encourage and develop programs that enhance the well-being of seniors in Cecil County.
• To help provide for the needs, recreation and comfort of said seniors.
• To provide effective public information concerning issues and services that affect seniors.

Needs Addressed:

• Enable eligible older adults to remain in the community (provide an alternative to premature institutionalization)
• Health Care
• Housing
• Nutrition and Wellness
• Socialization
• Outreach to older adults in need of benefits

Criteria for funding projects

The project must:

• Serve an identifiable need
• Be provided by a viable organization
• Serve the senior population
• Use CCCOAF funds to supplement current funds to expand service, but not to replace existing funding
• Show attempts to utilize other resources
• Demonstrate how the service will be continued when CCCOAF funding ends

Projects the CCCOAF has assisted:

• Local match for vans that provide senior and general public transportation
• Development of SSCT Volunteer Program
• Adult Daycare subsidies for those unable to pay on their own
• Medical transportation subsidies and the Taxi Voucher Program (TVP)
• Senior Emergency Fund
• Healthy Lifestyles Fitness Center start-up

The CCCOAF is a 501(c)3 organization and welcomes support from businesses and/or individuals.  To make a tax-deductible donation, please contact Bob Dermott, SSCT Acting Director, or Linda Tull, Community Services Supervisor.  Both may be reached by calling 410.996.5295 between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.  Individuals interested in volunteering their time may submit an application to become a CCCOAF board member.  Please contact Bob Dermott or Linda Tull for more information.

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