COUNCIL ON AGING OF VOLUSIA COUNTY INC

Senior centers - the council on aging operates and maintains four full-time senior centers throughout volusia county. Programs are focused on the areas of health, education, and recreation. Allotments from volusia county cities, contributions from the public and participants, membership dues, and program fees offset the costs of operating the centers.

Other community programs for the elderly and needy:caregiver respite - in 2023, the council of aging developed a caregiver respite program, with initial funding provided by hospice of volusia/flagler. The program has grown to five centers around the county, utilizing local church facilities and volunteers along with coa staff. Each center operates one or two days per week and provides eligible "carees" with a secure and stimulating environment while their caregivers are given time for needed relief. Caregivers also have the opportunity to participate in various educational and counseling programs to help them better cope with the demands of 24/7 care.private pay programs - this program provides for home-delivered meals and in-home services to clients that do not qualify for programs administered through state or federal programs.