Council On Aging Invites Public Input

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 The Council on Aging of Central Oregon invites community members to participate in a public presentation of our Area Plan findings. This plan, updated every four years as part of the Older Americans Act funding requirements, outlines key priorities and strategies to support older adults in Central Oregon.

We welcome input from older adults, family caregivers, advocates, and all those interested in aging services in our region. Your feedback is essential in shaping the future of programs and resources that help older adults in Central Oregon live with dignity and independence.

Join us for two virtual public meetings where we will share highlights from the Community Needs Assessment Survey findings and the Area Plan goals and provide an opportunity for discussion and community input.

Date: March 3rd

Time: 2:00pm – 3:00pm and 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Zoom information:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84361529118

Meeting ID 843 6152 9118

Call in phone #253-205-0468

The full plan will be available on our website at www.councilonaging.org/area-plan. To request a mailed hard copy, please email us at info@councilonaging.org or call 541-678-5483.

The public comment period will remain open for 30 days following the presentation, closing on March 20, 2025. Feedback can be submitted via email to info@councilonaging.org.

About the Council on Aging of Central Oregon

Since 1975, the Council on Aging of Central Oregon (CoA) has served as the designated Area Agency on Aging for Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties, offering adults aged 60 and older and their loved ones a range of support services. CoA advocates for, empowers, and guides older adults and their loved ones to live with independence and well-being. To find out more about the Council on Aging of Central Oregon, visit www.councilonaging.org or call (541) 678-5483.

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