named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Daily Meal Service
Serves dinner seven days a week, with Sunday meals offered at 1:00 PM; includes choice of entrées and sugar-free dessert options; lunch available Monday-Friday for a small fee
Independent Living Residences
Provides 36 apartments and 8 duplex units for elderly residents, all on one level with features like wheelchair-accessible doorways, emergency response systems, and individually controlled climate
On-Site Amenities and Activities
Offers a recreation area with exercise equipment and pool table, library with internet access, parlor for gatherings, chapel, garden spaces, and organized social activities including games, crafts, and outings
Support Services
Provides housekeeping, maintenance, transportation, and front-desk staffing from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM six days a week, with Sunday coverage until 3:00 PM
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Neighborhood Civic Engagement 1 activity
- Facilitation of resident engagement and governanceHosts Resident Council meetings to involve residents in planning and improving community life, and provides office support services including mailing, copying, faxing, email assistance, and computer access.
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Community Fitness and Aquatics Programming 1 activity
- Management of on-site shared amenities and common areasOperates and maintains shared facilities including a dining room, snack area, parlor, visitor room, library, recreation room, chapel, patio, gardening spaces, pool table, exercise equipment, puzzle tables, and game tables for checkers and chess, with Wi-Fi and internet-connected computers available for resident use.
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Low-Income Senior Housing Operations 1 activity
- Operation of affordable independent living housing for seniorsProvides independent living housing for seniors aged 62 and over through 36 apartments and eight duplex units at St. James' Manor in Oneonta, NY, including energy-efficient single-family houses and congregate apartments with accessibility features such as wheelchair-accessible doorways and emergency response systems.
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Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors and Homebound 1 activity
- Operation of congregate dining and meal serviceProvides dinner seven days a week with a choice of entrées served daily at 5:30 pm and a special Sunday meal at 1:00 pm; offers lunch Monday–Friday for a fee, and hosts group lunches at local restaurants for small groups of residents.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organization of social, recreational, and educational programmingProvides a monthly calendar of events and hosts regular group activities including cards, games, crafts, exercise, walking, entertainment, concerts, birthday parties, bridge clubs, pinochle clubs, movie viewings, and annual events such as barbecues, silent auctions, and a December holiday gathering.
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Managed Campground and Retreat Operations 1 activity
- Provision of guest accommodationsOffers a guest room available for a minimal fee and rollaway cots for resident use, reservable on a first-come, first-served basis in the Congregate building.
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Home Care Services for Elderly and Disabled 1 activity
- Provision of resident support servicesProvides daily housekeeping, maintenance and repair, cleaning, and LifeNet emergency response system as part of ongoing resident support services, along with scheduled transportation for medical appointments, personal care, shopping, banking, postal services, and prescription pickups.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Oversight of housing expansion and construction projectsManages an expansion project involving the construction of new accessible, energy-efficient housing units, including completion of the first house, installation of radiant floor heating systems, and ongoing foundation work for two additional houses.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$1.39M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$1.36M98%
Investment income$29K2%
Other revenue$5K
expenses
Total expenses$1.33M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$650K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.71M
Cash$803K
Investments$0
Liabilities$3.07M
Net assets$633K
Liquid reserves7.2 mo
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +2.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| KATHY CLARKSON | Executive Direc | 40 | $113K |
board members · 9
- BONNIE NOBILING — Vice President
- CHRIS SHIELDS — President
- CHRIS WOOD — Trustee
- DONALD BALL — Director
- JOE HARBY — Director
- LOIS HAIGHT — Director
- MANNY PELLIGRA — Trustee
- MARILYN BALL — Director
- SCOTT DAVIS — Director
relationships · 3
Who they work with
- St. James' Manor Partner — Operates congregate apartment amenities including dining, library, recreation, and chapel services for residents.
- local musicians Partner — Local musicians provide entertainment at events.
- outside groups Partner — Several outside groups provide entertainment throughout the year.
strategies · 3
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.
- Accessibility-Integrated Residential Designmethodology: accessible-design-for-aging-residentsBy designing living spaces with built-in accessibility and safety features, we extend the duration of independent living for aging residents, because physical barriers are proactively removed and emergency risks are mitigated.
- Independent Living with Support Services Modelmethodology: independent_living_with_supportBy providing housing that combines independence with access to supportive services, we promote sustained autonomy and well-being among seniors, because this balance reduces the burdens of home maintenance while preserving dignity and personal choice.
- Resident Autonomy Through Choice-Based Participationmethodology: resident_choiceBy offering non-mandatory activities and preserving control over daily decisions, we increase resident engagement and satisfaction, because autonomy is central to dignity in aging and supports psychological well-being.