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 work groups focus on a wide range of priorities, including transportation, health, housing, legislative advocacy, technology, elder abuse prevention, and nutrition. 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 work group, or become a member of the Council—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.
Thank you for your interest and support.
Lorna Van Ackeren, President – Advisory Council on Aging
The ACOA redesigned their Be A Good Neighbor flyer to encourage neighbors to check on their older neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic.
How to Apply for Membership
Application to Serve on the ACOA
All memberships are by final appointment of the Board of Supervisors. Membership categories and procedures for application are as follows:
Local Committee Seats
Committees on aging/cities (19 seats): By city or local committee appointment. Download and complete an application; submit a copy to your local city clerk or committee on aging.
Member At Large Seats
Members-at-Large (20 seats): By application to the ACOA and interview. Download, complete and submit an original copy of the official application following the directions listed on the application.
Nutrition Project Council Seat
Nutrition Council Representation (1 seat): By application / appointment; appointee serves the Board of Directors of the Contra Costa County Meals on Wheels program as an active board member and ACOA liaison.
To view past or current Agendas, please visit Contra Costa County’s Public Meeting Agenda Center for meeting agendas and information at: Contra Costa County Agenda Center
- Health/Elder Abuse Prevention Workgroup
- Transportation Workgroup (Senior Mobility Action Council)
- Legislative Advocacy Workgroup
- Housing Workgroup
- Technology Workgroup