ABOUT US
The Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas is a non-profit organization that has been serving seniors and individuals with disabilities in our community since 1974. We serve as the Aging and Disability Resource Center for the entire two county area, providing an initial entry point for all aging and disability social services and coordinating a network of partners and providers to better meet the needs of our aging population.
OUR MISSION
The Area Agency on Aging of Pasco – Pinellas is a trusted resource to advocate, educate and empower seniors, adults with disabilities and caregivers which promotes independence, in partnership with the community.
OUR VISION
Our community will provide seniors, adults with disabilities and caregivers with the resources and services needed to maintain independence, promote healthy aging and live an optimal quality of life.
AAAPP’s services are available to all eligible individuals in Pasco and Pinellas counties and AAAPP complies with all legally mandated non-discrimination policies. AAAPP strives to provide services through a lens of inclusivity by making sure underserved communities are aware of the services available and providing the requisite assistance in linking eligible individuals to available services. The Board of Directors, Advisory Council and staff will be representative of the seniors, adults with disabilities and caregivers we serve. We welcome the unique perspectives of all persons in our quest to fulfill our mission.
Board Goal #1: Build Public Awareness of AAAPP.
BOARD ISSUE: How can we build brand awareness of AAAPP for targeted audiences that will increase volunteers, funding and partner referrals, as well as educate clients & caretakers about our services.
Rebrand AAAPP to build public recognition with target audiences.
Develop a Board Member Community Engagement Program.
Board Goal #2: Increase & Diversify Funding
BOARD ISSUE: How do we systematically increase diversified and unrestricted funding that is sustainable and also increase funding to allow AAAPP to respond to emerging community needs?
Systematically increase gifts from individuals
Restructure the Annual Luncheon to increase net dollars raised.
Implement a planned gift program.
Board Goal #3: Recruit & Retain Qualified Staff & Volunteers
BOARD ISSUE: How do we meet AAAPP’s increased manpower needs?
1. Employee retention, recruitment, training, & salary ranges;
2. Possibly meeting some needs with volunteers.
1. Employee retention, recruitment, training, & salary ranges;
2. Possibly meeting some needs with volunteers.
Review of position classifications.
Increase the number of active volunteers.
Board Goal #4: Diversify & Expand Partnerships for Programs/Services
BOARD ISSUE: Marked increase in need for services, as well as, unmet needs for housing, transportation, & home services. Need to focus AAAPP resources on priority sustainable services. Perhaps do an update to CASOA post-Covid.
Ensure there is a large pool of qualified vendors/providers to competitively bid to provide needed services.
Identify gaps and unmet needs based on the current and future economic forecasts.
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