Welcome to the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging (ACOA) webpage and thank you for taking the time to visit. As President of the ACOA, I am pleased to share a little about who we are and what we do.

The Contra Costa County ACOA is a dedicated group of county residents committed to improving the quality of life for older adults throughout Contra Costa County. We provide leadership, advocacy, and a vital channel of communication on aging issues. In partnership with the Area Agency on Aging, the Council helps coordinate countywide planning, collaboration, and resources to ensure older adults have access to the services and opportunities they need.

Our mission is to advocate for programs, legislation, and policies that support older adults, while also educating the community about the many resources offered by local non-profits and government agencies. We also serve in an advisory capacity to the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors on issues important to our aging population.

The Council’s committees focus on a wide range of priorities, including transportation, health & elder abuse prevention, housing, legislative advocacy, and technology. In addition, our members actively volunteer and engage in programs that benefit older adults at the city, county, and state levels.

ACOA members represent diverse backgrounds and life experiences, which strengthens our work and impact. We welcome anyone interested in contributing to this mission to attend our meetings, join a committee, either as a representative of your city or as a member-at-large.

We invite you to explore this website to discover the many valuable programs and services available to older adults in Contra Costa County. Most of all, we hope you will consider becoming an active partner in this important work.

Jill Kleiner, President – Advisory Council on Aging