Empowering Older Adults, Enriching Lives: A Vision for Rockland County's Aging Community
Senior Community Services in Rockland County is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of older adults, addressing the rising prevalence of Alzheimer's and Dementia, which affects 12.8% of the local population. With a goal to expand facilities and programs, including a specialized dementia care program, the organization aims to benefit patients and caregivers, enhancing community health and inclusivity.
ABOUT SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES:
Mission: Dedicated to improving the well-being of older adults in Rockland County through comprehensive and compassionate services geared towards overall well-being. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment, fostering independence, dignity, and a sense of belonging.
Vision: Fostering optimal health and hell-being for older adults in Rockland County. We provide a community where the health of every older adult is prioritized and supported, and we aspire to create an environment that promotes active aging, preventive care, and holistic well-being.
Our Starting Point
New York has the second-highest prevalence in the U.S. of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as an estimated 426,000 New Yorkers suffer from the debilitating brain disorder. In Rockland County, 12.8% of the 65+ population is experiencing Alzheimer’s (According to WHO, Alzheimer’s is the most common form of Dementia, ~60-70% of cases).
In Rockland County, the number of deaths for those 65 and older caused or partly caused by Alzheimer’s disease increased by 43.33% between 2014 and 2019.
But the true toll on society is much higher, as more than 546,000 family caregivers bear the burden of the disease in New York.