SENIOR RESOURCE ASSOCIATION | PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Senior Resource Association Expands its Reach with Acquisition of Senior Collaborative Programs

Vero Beach, FL – September 20, 2024 – Senior Resource Association, the Area Agency on Aging’s lead agency for home and community-based care for the elderly in Indian River County, will acquire three programs currently managed by the Senior Collaborative Indian River County, a non-profit organization created to improve the quality of life for seniors.

“We are thrilled about the potential this brings,” said Karen Deigl, Senior Resource Association President and CEO. “By integrating the strengths of both organizations, we can create a more robust and comprehensive support system for our older population.”

To continue offering these valuable programs to the community, Senior Resource Association will assume the annual Senior Expo event and the Navigation and UPSLIDE programs starting October 1, 2024.

• Senior Expo: Annual event bringing together more than 90 vendors, offering the community free medical screenings, vaccinations, and valuable information on senior services.
• Navigation Program: Comprehensive database connecting residents, their families, and caregivers to various resources, including housing, transportation, food, financial assistance and more.
• UPSLIDE: Program combatting loneliness and isolation among seniors through social engagement. Weekly meetings include peer groups, social activities, and talk therapy sessions, helping participants build meaningful connections and improve their mental health.

The acquisition represents an opportunity to build upon Senior Collaborative’s excellent work over the last six years, serving the needs of Indian River County’s older population. Under the auspices of Senior Resource Association, the focus will be on maintaining the high-quality services that both organizations are known for while exploring new avenues to better serve local seniors.

“We look forward to the positive impact and continued benefits this will have for our community’s seniors,” says Vicki Soulé, Treasure Coast Community Health Chief Executive Officer and Senior Collaborative Board Chair, “Senior Resource Association’s expertise and passion for helping older adults will ensure our programs continue to thrive and make a lasting impact.”

For more information about Senior Resource Association’s programs and services, call 772.569.0760 or visit www.SeniorResourceAssociation.org.


 

Senior Resource Association, Inc. (SRA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the designated lead agency for home and community-based care for the elderly in Indian River County. Since 1974, SRA continues to provide essential services and support for the community’s older adults and their families. Promoting independence and dignity for all adults, SRA programs include Meals on Wheels, DayAway Adult Enrichment & Respite, In-Home Services, Public Guardianship, as well as public and door-to-door transportation services. SRA is the Community Transportation Coordinator for Indian River and Martin counties, as designated by the Florida Commission for the Transportations Disadvantaged and has operated Indian River County’s public transit program, GoLine, since 1990. To learn more, visit www.SeniorResourceAssociation.org.