Supporting seniors, caregivers & families
Find AssistanceWe offer programs and services that empower Central Oregon seniors to age in place wherever they call home.
We’re here to answer questions and help older adults and their families find local resources available to meet their needs.
Your generosity delivers meals to the housebound, offers community connections to those who are isolated, and more.
Lack of access to affordable, healthy food and cost of living increases have significantly impacted the quality of life for many Central Oregon seniors living on fixed and limited incomes. Now more than ever, our programs are a lifeline. For some, the Council on Aging is their connection to the outside world, their advocates, and a friendly face in their lives.
Not sure where to start?We offer several on-going food programs such as Meals on Wheels and various lunch events across the tri-county.
Explore Our Nutrition ProgramsDirections is the most comprehensive resource guide for older adults in Central Oregon. Our directory provides listings of supportive services, emergency contacts, financial and legal services, recreational and social opportunities, and much more.
Download Our Resource GuideAre you looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity? Council on Aging may be the perfect place for you to share your talents and experience. You’ll leave feeling fulfilled knowing that you are making a difference in the lives of many seniors.
Get involvedOur Caring Connections program matches volunteers with seniors who would appreciate a weekly phone call and camaraderie. Many people in the program have made new friends that have turned into lasting relationships.
Learn MoreLunch & Learns are back! Bring a brown bag lunch and join Bend Park & Recreation District for their weekly series of free educational seminars....
At the Council on Aging, our Meals on Wheels and Community Dining programs are at the heart of our mission to support all Central Oregonians to age well wherever and however they choose. Through our meal delivery programs, community dining, and nutrition education initiatives, we’re making a tangible difference in the lives of aging adults. But with the fiscal…
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June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, and the Alzheimer’s Association has a list of 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain that can help keep your brain strong into your senior years. This blog reviews scholarly research about each of the 10 tips and suggests resources in Central Oregon to help you follow these guidelines. …
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Reblogged from engAGED, the National Resource Center for Engaging Older Adults Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP and engAGED have created a series of fact sheets about online safety for older adults to provide tips and best practices to safely and securely engage online. The three fact sheets focus on browsing the internet confidently,…
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