(Mike Camunas)
Pasco County Senior Services (PCSS) has been named the new lead agency for Community Care for the Elderly in Pasco County, effective Sept. 1, according to a news release.
The transition comes on the heels of a vote by the Area Agency on Aging board of directors.
Currently, PCSS administers the Home Delivered Meals program and four Congregate Dining Sites.
Pasco County will additionally oversee these three programs for seniors:
- Community Care for the Elderly
- Alzheimer Disease Initiative
- Home Care for the Elderly
The county’s Senior Services department focuses on supporting the health, vitality, independence and well-being of seniors.
The department aims to ensure seniors in the community will not experience any disruption of service, the release said..
“This is a great opportunity for Pasco County, and we look forward to expanding our services to our seniors,” said Brian Hoben, director of community services, in the release.
“There’s no need to worry. Our clients can expect the same continuity in services that they have already experienced,” said Hoben.
For more information about all services and programs offered, call 727-847-8011.
Published September 20, 2023
