Aging

Area Agency on Aging

Commission on Aging

Our Mission

The mission of the Dane County Commission on Aging is to advocate for older people in order to enable them to maintain their full potential and enhance their quality of life.

The work of the Commission on Aging shall include policy development, budget prioritizing, identifying, planning, recommending, and over-seeing of county aging services.

The Commission on Aging creates and promotes opportunities for communication among the entire community, including local organizations and elected representatives, public and private planners and providers of service.

Establishment

The Dane County Commission on Aging was mandated by the state of Wisconsin in December 1972. It is an 11-member body appointed by the County Executive and approved by the County Board. It serves in an advisory capacity to the County Executive and the Health and Human Needs Committee. It also provides technical assistance to county departments and agencies, other governmental agencies, business and community groups, and the general public related to issues of aging and the needs of elderly citizens.

Board of Directors

Other County Committee Appointments:

• Tom Stoebig – Long Term Support
• Elaine DeSmidt – Human Service Board
• Diane Duranczyk – Health and Human Needs
• Judith Wilson – Specialized Transportation