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Mission:

Whatcom County Council on Aging provides nutritional, social, recreational, and educational programs that promote wellness of mind and body for community members as they age.

Vision:

As people age, they are empowered and cared for as valued members of our community.

Values:

Whatcom County Council on Aging engages in partnerships with agencies and community groups that support the values of Accessibility, Connectedness, Involvement, Independence, Personal Responsibility and Health. Therefore:

• We believe all seniors in our community must have access to decent and affordable housing, food, health care, and programs that support wellness of mind and body.
• We believe seniors can easily become isolated as they age, negatively impacting overall health; senior centers, programs, and outreach help people stay connected with others.
• We believe active involvement in civic and community life creates vitality and meaning for people of all ages; we therefore value the contribution of seniors and of seniors-to-be.
• We believe people should be supported in maintaining self-determination and independence in their lives and in their homes for as long as possible.
• We believe while it is the community’s responsibility to provide services and opportunities for seniors, it is each person’s own responsibility to choose how they will live their life.
• We believe maintaining good physical and mental health through proper nutrition, exercise and other activities are important for everyone, and especially critical as we enter our senior years.