named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
I’m Okay Program
Daily safety check program where residents signal they are safe by flipping a door tag each morning; staff respond if no signal is received
Lunch Program
Provides affordable meals to residents three times a week for $3.00 per meal
Tenant Services Coordination
On-site coordinator assists residents with social services and connections to external organizations
Transportation Services
Partnerships with RTS Bus, Wegmans, and Foodlink provide weekly transportation and deliveries for residents
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Campus and Residential Safety Services 2 activities
- Provides on-site maintenance and security servicesMaintains 24-hour on-site maintenance and security systems at both properties to ensure resident safety and operational reliability.
- Supports resident safety through daily check-in programOperates the “I’m Okay” Program, in which enrolled residents signal daily safety by flipping a door tag, monitored by staff who initiate follow-up if concerns arise.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Connects residents to social services and external resourcesEmploys a Tenant Service Coordinator to assist residents in accessing social services and connecting with external organizations that support health, wellness, and independence.
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Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
- Facilitates transportation and errands for residentsArranges weekly bus trips to supermarkets such as Wegmans, coordinates access to public transportation including RTS Bus Services stopping at the site, and organizes transportation to senior programs and wellness clinics.
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Local Food Market Operation 1 activity
- Hosts mobile food market for resident access to groceriesHosts the Foodlink Curbside Market on a weekly basis, enabling residents to access fresh food and groceries directly at the property.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Organizes resident social and recreational activitiesPlans and hosts ongoing social programs for residents including bingo, craft classes, religious services, picnics, luncheons, dinners, and other events held in community spaces such as the Arts & Tower Room and Library.
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Low-Income Senior Housing Operations 1 activity
- Provides low-income senior housingOperates affordable retirement apartment housing for elderly individuals with low income, offering long-term residential units with supportive services and accessibility features.
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Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors and Homebound 1 activity
- Provides meal service for residentsOffers a lunch program multiple times per week, with meals available for $3.00 each, enhancing food access and community engagement for elderly residents.
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Luxury Senior Living Communities 1 activity
- Provides on-site resident amenities and accessibility featuresOffers 24-hour laundry access, trash disposal rooms on each floor, basic cable in every apartment, and emergency telephones with Braille markings in elevators to support independent living.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.20M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$1.21M101%
Investment income$-8K-1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$886K
Program expenses87%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$296K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.79M
Cash$47K
Investments$0
Liabilities$612K
Net assets$2.18M
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +7.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- CHRIS DIPONZIO — DIRECTOR
- CHRIS ELKINS — DIRECTOR
- CHRIS MANGONE — DIRECTOR - RESIGNED 4/25
- DAN HOOCK — DIRECTOR
- DOUG FORD — DIRECTOR
- JAMES P VANBREDERODE — DIRECTOR
- MICHELLE PALERMO — VICE-PRESIDENT
- PASQUALE A DILUCIA — PRESIDENT
- SCOTT BIRNIE — TREASURER/SECRETARY
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Dunn Tower Partner — Jointly operates senior retirement apartment housing
- Foodlink Partner — Organization involved in services promoting good health for residents, likely food-related support.
- Foodlink Partner — Partners with Foodlink to host the Curbside Market weekly for residents.
- Gates Town Hall Senior Program Partner — Partner organization providing senior programming with weekly transportation access for residents.
- RTS Bus Government — Located on an RTS Bus line to provide residents access to local churches, dining, shopping, and recreational facilities.
- RTS Bus Services Partner — Provides public transportation service that stops directly in front of Dunn Towers buildings.
- Tenant's Association Partner — Collaborates with Dunn Tower II to organize resident trips and the "I'm Okay" program.
- Wegmans Partner — Destination for weekly resident transportation to support grocery access.
- Wegmans Partner — Organizes weekly bus trips to Wegmans for resident access to groceries.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Housing-First for Low-Income Seniorsmethodology: affordable-housing-for-elderlyBy providing permanent affordable housing specifically designed for low-income elderly individuals, the organization supports housing stability and independence because secure, age-appropriate housing removes a key barrier to long-term well-being.
- Integrated Safety and Wellness Monitoringmethodology: integrated_safety_monitoringBy combining passive monitoring systems with active resident check-ins, the organization enhances daily safety and emergency preparedness because layered oversight increases early detection of health or safety risks while preserving resident autonomy.
- Resident-Engaged Programming Modelmethodology: resident-engaged programmingBy involving residents in the planning and execution of social and recreational activities through a resident social committee, the organization fosters community participation and improves quality of life because resident ownership increases engagement and social cohesion.
- Universal Design for Independent Livingmethodology: universal_designBy integrating safety and accessibility features into the core apartment design, the organization enables independent living for seniors and individuals with disabilities because physical environments that proactively accommodate limitations reduce reliance on external support.