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Home > About Us > Our Strategic Plan Every three years, we complete a Strategic Plan process for Council on Aging. The Goals consist of many hours of brainstorming and refining our vision. Our staff, management team, and board of directors all participate in the process. These goals reflect the heart and mission of this organization. We are excited to announce that FY 2024-2028 is in production! Strategic Plan FY 2020-2023 Focus on increas ed revenue generation from e xisting and new opportunities Year 1 Go al Implement two new vetted strategies that increase revenu e by $100,000 Enhance measurable program impact through evaluation and course correction. Year 1 Goal Complete a report card on all existing Council on Aging programs with adjustment recommendations Commitment to proactive Talent management Year 1 Goal Create a strategy that will produce an 80% positive response from staff on a job satisfaction survey. ​

Home > Events > Community Table Council on Aging's Community Dining program is driven to provide a “More than a Meal” experience. We strive to bring entertainment, educational presentations, and fun to seniors during our lunches. Recently in Sebastopol at Burbank Heights and Orchards, seniors were entertained by a talented group of youth from Nordquist- Taylor Ballroom Dance Studio. Students arranged a performance during their valued Spring Break vacation. They then had an intergenerational meal with our senior patrons. Nordquist-Taylor is a program that provides a safe and comfortable environment where teens learn American-style social ballroom dance. Their classes build the student’s confidence and blend in a balance of social behavior, manners, and dress. One older adult said, “I was a ballroom dancer as a young child, and seeing these dancers brought me back, what a joy." The dancers enjoyed the experience as well. Council on Aging provides a new program that integrates generations to bring a greater sense of purpose and community. The younger generation has the opportunity to better understand and learn from seniors. Seniors who are isolated and lonely have an opportunity to talk and feel more connected to the younger generations. If interested please contact us below: Nordquist Taylor Dance www.nordquisttaylordance.com Community Dining Lunch Service jduran@councilonaging.com or 707-525-0143 ext. 128 Intergenerational Lunch or Volunteering brosell@councilonaging.com or 707-525-0143 ext. 129 On Wednesday, April 5th COA hosted an Intergenerational Dinner event. Local youth from Vista Academy dined and connected with seniors over a freshly prepared dinner. The opportunity to share wisdom as well as learn from other generations was enjoyed by all. If you are interested in an Intergenerational event please contact Brooke: brosell@councilonaging.com or 707-525-0143 x129.

Home > Services > Community Table ​ ​ Food, Fun, and Friendship! Community Dining ​ Please join us at one of o ur m any community tables for a warm meal, friendship, and fun activities. One of our team members will greet and assist you throughout your dining experience. Enjoy your meal with new friends and lots of laught er. Each site will provide a meal, activity, and a memorable experience for you to take home. ​ Program Requirements Age 60 and better Register and order your meal by calling 707.525.0143 x104 Reserve your meal one week in advance Call to cancel your meal if you will not be attending Suggested contribution of $4.00 per meal; no one will be denied a meal d ue to lack of funds Under the age of 60, meals cost $7.00 ​ Community Table Photos Photos of Community Tables in the area ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Menus

Home > Support Us Your support makes a huge difference in how we can care for Sonoma County seniors. Council on Aging provides valuable programs and services to over 1,400 seniors each day. Although federal funding does provide about 38%, the rest of our needed resources are provided by grants, client donations, foundation, and corporate gifts, fundraisers, and bequests. But even those funding sources still don’t match the power of the caring and compassionate individual and almost 45% of our funding come from people like you. ​ We greatly appreciate how ever you decide to support the important work we do every day. Our mission is to ensure that every senior has the opportunity and ability to remain independent with dignity and well-being. ​ Check out the many ways you can support our programs: ​ Make a Donation Corporate Sponsorship Volunteer Planned Giving Gift of Stock Vehicle Donations Advocate! Council on Aging is a registered not-for-profit 501(c)(3) Tax ID: 94-6138714 Privacy Statement: We do not sell or share any donor information including names and addresses. ​ For additional information, please contact Rachel Jones, Director of Development, at 707-525-0143 ext. 146 or email rjones@councilonaging.com . ​

Home > Wine Country Games > Choose a Sport > Archery 2023 REGISTER Archery ​ We hope to bring it back for the 2023 games. P lease refer to th e California Senior Games website https://californiaseniorgames.org/ to see if there are any other Senior Games tournaments that are offering this sport. ​ Archery Sport Commissioners John and Polly Loades ​ 2023 TBD – Modified Flint Round TBD – Field / Hunter Round ​ Modified Flint Round Time: 8:00 am ~ Mandatory Check In 9:00 am ~ Shoot Begins Field/Hunter Time: 8:00 am ~ Mandatory Check In 9:00 am ~ Shoot Begins (both events subject to change and dependent on weather) ​ Venue: Lake Sonoma Archery Range Nestled in the beautiful hills of Sonoma County with a view of Lake Sonoma, the Lake Sonoma Archery Course offers a challenging field/hunter course of 14 targets and a target field of up to 60′. ​​ Fees: A one-time registration fee of $45 and a $5 per category (field/hunter and/or target) ​ Archers may compete in one of the following divisions and categories in each format(Field/Hunter and Target). ​ Divisions: Divisions include beginner, intermediate, advanced and pro levels within gender and ages 50-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, etc. Categories: Categories include stick bow, recurve bow and compound bow You must provide your own equipment including arrows (wood arrows are not allowed for compound bows). Modified Flint Format/Rules: Competition for the modified outdoor flint round will consist of 56 arrows shot as follows: 4 arrows at 25 yards; 4 arrows at 30 yards; 4 arrows at 15 yards; 4 arrows at 20 yards; 4 arrows at 10 yards;and 1 arrow each at 30,25,20 and 15 yards. Field/Hunter Course Format/Rules: This tournament shall be conducted in accordance with the rules of the National Field Archery Association. Archers must provide their own bows and target arrows. A basic round is 28 targets. 4 arrows are shot at each target. The scoring is 5-4-3. Dividing lines are part of the higher scoring. The arrow shaft must only touch the color or dividing line between scoring zones to score the higher value. “X” ring hits will be kept on the scorecard by all competitors and used as a tie-breaker. High cumulative score wins. The terrain is rugged and hilly, good physical condition is recommended as well as a hat and boots. Archers must complete events to win a medal and medals are awarded to top three in each category and division. Course Ru les & Sc oring We reserve the right to change the tournament format for any age division based on entry numbers, space restrictions and other circumstances. Any modifications will be clearly posted prior to the day of the event at the Lake Sonoma Archery Range. ​ Awards: Medals will be awarded based on gender and age divisions 50-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, etc. New to the sport? Polly and John love nothing more than to bring in new people to the sport they love. If you are new to archery or it has been awhile since you participated, email them at pollyjohn52@gmail.com ​

Home > Events > Heels4Meals Come and indulge in an unforgettable afternoon of wine, dining, and dazzling fun as we raise our glasses and funds for a cause close to our hearts – our cherished seniors! In celebration of Mother's Day weekend, we warmly invite you to join us and bring along the extraordinary mothers in your life for a day of joyous celebration and heartfelt appreciation. Click HERE to visit our event page and purchase tickets.

Home > Support Us > Opportunities Portfolio Giving back to the community builds trust and goodwill within your company and potentially opens doors to new customers. Invest and Pa rti cipate Sonoma Seniors Tod ay: Place an Ad 8500 Monthly Distribution + 1500 Online Readers Meals on Wheels: Route Sponsor Signage on Vehicle • 48 Routes Throughout Sonoma County Feed a Senior: Monthly or Annual Gift $2100 Feeds a Senior for one Year Event Sponsor/Attend Heels 4 Meals ​ Day Respite Progr am $100 a Day to Provide Support for Those with Dementia/Alzheimers ​ ​ Day Respite Program $100 a Day to Provide Support for Those with Dementia/Alzheimers Kibbles of Kindness Providing Cat & Dog Food to Meals on Wheels Clients Sonoma Wine Country Games Competitive Sports for Ages 50+ Volunteer Meals on Wheels Kitchen Preparation of Food and Packaging Meals on Wheels Drivers Deliver Meals Bistro and Dining Sites Lunch Preparation and Servers Day Respite Program Assistants, Artists and Musicians Senior Peer Support Administration and Office Support Special Events Educate Information & Resources Resources for seniors and those with aging parents Age Friendly Communities Resources for Aging Parents Adopt a Route The Meals on Wheels Adopt-A-Route program is an easy and effective way for companies and organizations to get involved in their local communities. With as few as 8 employees, your group can Adopt-A-Route and deliver meals to home-bound seniors one day a week. Your company name or logo will be placed on a magnetic car sign identifying your employees as volunteer Meals on Wheels drivers. Routes throughout Sonoma County take approximately two hours to complete. This is great team building opportunity, giving employees the chance to make a difference outside the work environment. Route Sponsorship Underwriting a delivery route for one year is a great way to support Meals on Wheels. For a donation of $2,500 - $5,000, depending on the route, your company or organization name will be printed on a magnetic car sign while drivers deliver meals on your sponsored route, giving your business great philanthropic exposure for an entire year. With 48 routes and 3800 deliveries throughout Sonoma County, you can choose the city that is best for you. Feed-a-Senior An annual gift of $2,100 ensures a senior's meal for an entire year. Drive Up Pick Up Site Work along side the Council on Aging volunteers - an opportunity to connect with the clients. Kitchen Help Bring your group to our state of the art Meals on Wheels Kitchen for a team building experience of preparing and packaging meals. Contact Rachel Jones at rjones@councilonaging.com

Home > Wine Country Games > Contact Us Contact Information ​ Coby LaFayette Email: clafayette@councilonaging.com Phone: 707-525-0143 x117 ​ Council on Aging 30 Kawana Springs Road Santa Rosa, CA 95404 United States ​

Home > Wine Country Games > Sponsors Our 2024 Sponsors Sponsor the Games! Contact Rachel Jones, Director of Development, for further info. 707-525-0143 X146 or email: rjones@councilonaging.com ​ ​

Home > About Us > Board of Directors Corrine Lorenzen - Chair, Community Leader Frank Pugh - Past Chair, California School Boards Assoc., President of National School Boards Assoc. ​​Bonnie Burrell - Vice Chair, Community Leader Karen Lewis - Secretary , Retired Sales Manager, Birite Foodservice John Reyes - Treasurer, Sanderson Ford ​Joseph Huang - Member, Exchange Bank ​ John Pearson - Certified Financial Planner ​James DeVore - Member, Physician/Chief Medical Officer, St. Joseph Healthcare Leslie Brutocao - Member, Director - SSU Osher Lifelong Learning Institute ​​Marrianne McBride - President and CEO, Council on Aging ​ Honorary Board Members Carroll Estes Kim & John Lloyd ​Melody & John McNulty ​ ​ For more information, contact Jennifer Kulpa (707) 525-0143 x100 ​