Your Community. Your Home. Your Senior Center

A welcoming place where seniors connect, learn, and thrive together through
programs, meals, and support.

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Our Commitment to You

To provide healthy nutritional meals, wellness and maintenance of optimal health through
education, prevention, and knowledge of Seniors' rights.

Dignity & Respect

Every interaction honors the worth and wisdom of older adults

Compassionate Care

Leading with empathy in all our services and advocacy

Excellence

Striving for the highest quality in everything we do

Community

Building connections and fostering belonging for all

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Serving Beautiful
Santa Cruz County, Arizona

For more than 50 years, the Santa Cruz Council on Aging (SCCOA) has devoted its energy to passionately advocating for the older adults of Santa Cruz County. Through nutrition programs, community activities, and essential support services, SCCOA helps seniors remain independent, active, and connected to the people and places they love.

50+ Years

Supporting seniors

10,000+

Residents served

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Our Mission

To improve the quality of life for the elderly community and the Seniors we serve through
transportation, nutrition, home delivered meals, and referral for social health services in Santa Cruz County.

Nutrition

Feeding balanced, nutritious meals that support health and vitality

Service Connection

Providing social and health services through the community

Transportation

Providing reliable transportation services to keep senior independent

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Meetings and Agendas

Stay informed about our board meetings, agendas, and minutes.

Monthly Board Meeting

Board Meeting

calendar_today October 5, 2025

schedule 9:00 AM

location_on SCCOA Headquarters

Strategic Planning Workshop

Workshop

calendar_today November 5, 2025

schedule 9:00 AM

location_on SCCOA Headquarters

Community Forum: Healthcare

Community Forum

calendar_today December 5, 2025

schedule 9:00 AM

location_on SCCOA Headquarters

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Our Dedicated Volunteer Board of Directors

Experienced leaders guiding our mission with expertise in healthcare, social services,
and community development

President

Dr. Marcelino Varona

Vice-President

Dr. Marcelino Varona

Treasurer

Dr. Marcelino Varona

Secretary

Dr. Marcelino Varona

Member

Dr. Marcelino Varona

Member

Dr. Marcelino Varona

Member

Dr. Marcelino Varona

Center Manager

Dr. Marcelino Varona
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Our Valued Partners & Sponsor

We're grateful for the support of these outstanding organization who share our
commitment to serving older adults in Santa Cruz County

Partner with us to make a lasting impact in the lives of older adults throughout
Santa Cruz County

Ready to Make a Difference?

Whether you wish to support our mission, want to volunteer, or need
services, we're here to help you connect with our community of care.