VANTAGE AGING IS 50, WITH SO MUCH TO LOOK FORWARD TO

Being able to celebrate 50 years speaks about our people; the willingness to care about all ages and continue helping everyone find meaning in their lives.

Our organization has evolved over the years, but our spirit hasn’t. It’s what we will continue to do for many more years to come.

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MEALS ON WHEELS

People count on us every day for nutritious meals, a watchful eye and a smile. Learn more about what our program means to everyone involved.

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RETIRED AND SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP connects volunteers aged 55 and older to meaningful opportunities in their communities. Hear directly from a few of our volunteers.

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SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

SCSEP offers job training and placement to low-income adults. It’s a way to keep the mind and body young and engaged. Listen to the stories shared from some of those who have been involved.

50 YEARS OF CARING

Since 1975, Vantage Aging has promoted successful aging by providing programs to support the needs of older adults wishing to age in place and live independently with dignity.

50TH ANNIVERSARY PARTNERS

Below are the organizations that believe in our mission and are helping us celebrate this milestone for Vantage Aging. Thanks to each for their support!

Summit County Prosecutor Elliott Kolkovich’s Office

Metallus

BMD Foundation

KAZ and Company

Direction Home

Schauer Group

Aultman Health System

James and Susan Boggs

Gallery of Framing

Arbors at Stow

Akron Community Foundation

Unity Health Network

MISSION

Our Mission

Promoting a positive perspective on aging.

Our Vision

Every older adult has the opportunity to live a healthy life and age with independence, purpose and dignity.

Our Purpose

• To promote, provide and/or advocate programs and services that will enhance the quality of life of people as they age.
• To assist persons in maintaining productive and self-sufficient lives as they age.
• To help people avoid premature or inappropriate institutionalization as they age.
• To promote independence of individuals as they age.
• To help alleviate the problems of poverty among people as they age.
• To develop additional services as needed to serve people as they age.

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TIMELINE

1975-1980

Senior Worker’s Action Program (SWAP) formed for employment, counseling and homecare senior services

1981-1985

SWAP becomes the host site for Retired Senior Visitor Program (RSVP) and begins nutrition program

1986-1990

Congregate Dining begins and also sees the launch of the Senor Employment Center and Mature Staffing (then known as OWLS)

1991-1995

SWAP becomes a subgrantee for the Ohio Department of Aging for the Senior Community Employment Service Program (SCSEP)

1996-2000

Counseling program expands to include Akron and Canton and is renamed the Bruce D. Mansfield Center

2006-2010

Home-delivered meals program begins. Two private pay services are offered for homecare and chores. RSVP expands to include Summit and Medina Counties

2011-2015

Job Search Cooperative program established. 45th anniversary of SCSEP. Linda M. Valentine named President / CEO.

2016-2020

Farmer’s Market expands to Stark & Wayne Counties.

2021-Today

CNCS combats the opioid epidemic. Rebranded and changed name to Vantage Aging. Merged with Meals on Wheels of Stark & Wayne Counties.

PARTNERS

An Organization Built on Partnerships

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Rotary Club of Massillon

The Sisler McFawn Foundation

Smith Memorial Foundation

The Hillier Family Foundation

Welty Family Foundation

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