What they call their work
What they do
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Caregiver Support for Dementia and Aging 2 activities
- Operate adult day programs for frail or impaired older adultsProvides structured, supervised daytime programs in a secure group setting for frail or impaired older adults to enhance quality of life, support independence, delay institutionalization, and offer caregiver respite. Programs operate in Jamestown and Dunkirk, NY.
- Provide specialized dementia care programOperates a dedicated day program at the Present Center for seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease and other related dementias, offering a safe and secure environment, specialized activities, one-on-one care, meals, personal care, social work services, and caregiver respite.
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Respite Care for Developmental Disabilities 1 activity
- Deliver caregiver respite servicesProvides respite care for family caregivers of older adults, allowing them time for errands, rest, or other responsibilities. Services are available both regularly and on an occasional basis for those who do not require daily attendance.
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CACFP Meal Service and Administration 1 activity
- Deliver meals and nutrition servicesProvides breakfast, a hot noon meal, and snacks daily to participants in its adult day programs. Operates a formal meal program as part of routine services.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Facilitate socialization and recreational programmingOffers structured socialization, recreation, arts, music, special events, and companionship opportunities to promote emotional well-being and engagement among older adults.
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Home Care Services for Elderly and Disabled 1 activity
- Offer personal care and supervisionProvides assistance with personal care needs—including hygiene, mobility, and health monitoring—through trained staff at all program sites, ensuring safety and dignity for participants.
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Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
- Offer scholarship assistance for program participationOperates a Scholarship Fund to help individuals cover the cost of attending adult day programs based on financial need and ability to pay.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Organize community recreation and outingsOperates a Community Recreation Program that organizes group outings to restaurants, zoos, museums, parks, and other local destinations to promote community engagement and enrichment.
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Culturally Specific Support Services 1 activity
- Provide capacity-building support to local nonprofits via bilingual outreachOffers access to a bilingual Latino Outreach Specialist who supports nonprofit organizations in Chautauqua County serving older adults, enhancing their ability to reach and serve Latino populations.
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Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
- Provide social work and case management servicesOffers professional social work and case management services to older adults and their families, including counseling, resource coordination, and support planning.
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Non-Emergency Medical & Essential Transportation 1 activity
- Provide transportation services for participantsArranges door-to-door escorted transportation for participants when available, and coordinates with local providers such as CARTS to ensure access to adult day programs.
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Language Access Services 1 activity
- Support Latino older adults through bilingual servicesProvides translation, interpretation, form completion assistance, application support, interviews, and phone call facilitation for Latino older adults and their families to access elder care and caregiver services.
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Who runs it
- CAROLYN WHITEHEAD — DIRECTOR
- DEBBIE BASILE — SECRETARY
- JANITA BYARS — PRESIDENT
- JUDITH WATERMAN — VICE PRESIDENT
- KAREN LUCKS — DIRECTOR
- KATHLEEN STORNES — TREASURER
- KATIE SMITH — DIRECTOR
- MARY JO FOTI HOUSE — DIRECTOR
Who they work with
- Administradora de Casos y Trabajadora de Alcance Latino Partner — Latino case manager and outreach worker providing services in coordination with the organization.
- CARTS Partner — Local transportation provider used to support participant transportation when agency-provided transport is unavailable.
- Chautauqua County Office for the Aging Government — Government funding partner providing financial support for the day program.
- Chautauqua County Office of Mental Hygiene Government — Government funding partner supporting program attendance through public funding.
- Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Funder — Provided early financial support that enabled staffing and operational planning.
- Clarke Foundation Funder — Provided early financial support that enabled staffing and operational planning.
- Federal Transit Administration Government — Provides federal financial assistance to Chautauqua Adult Day Care Centers, Inc. under Title VI and ADA programs.
- First Baptist Church Partner — One of three founding churches that provided early support and representation on the task force.
- First Congregational United Church of Christ Partner — One of three founding churches that provided early support and representation on the task force.
- First United Methodist Church Partner — Provided space for the adult day care center and was represented on the task force; engaged in negotiations regarding shared use and facility adaptations.
- Gebbie Foundation Funder — Provided early financial support that enabled staffing and operational planning.
- Linwood Center Partner — Served as an inspiration and prototype; welcomed visits and provided valuable assistance during planning.
- Managed Long Term Care Companies Government — Source of public funding for individuals attending the day program.
- Nonprofit organizations serving older adults in Chautauqua County Partner — Collaborates with local nonprofits by providing bilingual outreach support through the Latino Outreach Specialist.
- Nonprofit organizations serving older adults in Chautauqua County Partner — Partner organizations that receive support from the Latino outreach specialist for bilingual services.
- Office for the Aging Government — Provided in-kind support including transportation, nutritional services, furniture, and labor for accessibility improvements; advised throughout development process.
- PayPal Partner — Payment processing partner used to facilitate online donations.
- United Way Network — United Way Community Partner receiving funding and support through the United Way network.
- Western New York Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Government — Government agency providing funding support for program participation.
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.
- Adult Day Care to Support Aging in Place and Delay Institutionalizationmethodology: aging_in_placeBy providing secure, structured adult day care programs, the organization enhances quality of life for frail or impaired older adults, supports caregivers through respite, and delays the need for institutional care, because daytime programming enables older adults to remain in their homes and communities safely.
- Culturally and Linguistically Accessible Services to Support Latino Elders’ Independencemethodology: culturally_accessible_careBy delivering services in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner, the organization enables Latino older adults to remain at home and maintain healthy, independent lives in the community, because accessibility removes barriers to engagement and trust in care systems.