About Elders in Action

Elders in Action is powered by the experience of more than 150 volunteers and eight staff members, who work to solve problems, tackle important issues and help businesses and communities better serve the older customer. We believe the quality of life should never depend on age and welcome the talent and wisdom that older adults share to make communities in Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington Counties more livable for all.

Mission Statement: To assure a vibrant community through the active involvement of older adults.

Year Established: 1968 as a Portland/Multnomah County agency, 1997 as a private non-profit agency

Funding and support: Elders in Action relies on volunteer support and donations from individuals, corporations, as well as grants and fees for services. Elders in Action has contracts with Multnomah County and the City of Portland to help improve the quality of life of older adults in the community. Elders in Action has established an Endowment Fund to help ensure our future.

We appreciate major funding support in 2011-2012 from the following:

Autzen Foundation
Fred Meyer
Hoover Family Foundation
OCF Joseph E. Weston Public Foundation
Oregon Dept. of Justice
Oregonian
Portland General Electric
Ride Connection
Schnitzer Care Foundation
Spirit Mountain Community Fund
Stimssa Miller Foundation
Willamette Pedestrian Coalition

Annual Budget for 2011-2012: $536,500

Region served: Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington County Counties

Click here to view a brief video about the unique programs of Elders in Action.

How to contact our Staff

Vicki Hersen Executive Director (503) 595-7536 vicki @ eldersinaction . org	Leslie Foren Director of Operations (503) 595-7532 leslie @ eldersinaction . org
Mark Noonan Volunteer Engagement & Social Media Manager (503) 595-7533 mark @ eldersinaction . org	Joan Corella, Elder Friendly® Program Manager (503) 595-7590 joan @ eldersinaction . org
Tara Krugel Civic Involvement Coordinator (503) 595-7530 tara @ eldersinaction . org	Lois Lloyd Program Specialist (503) 595-7539 lois @ eldersinaction . org
Kate Richardson Information & Data Coordinator (503) 595-7535 kate @ eldersinaction . org	Jill Morgan Clerical Assistant (503) 595-7534 jill @ eldersinaction . org