Elder Network History Timeline
September 8, 1988
Mary Doucette forms Elder Network with Joyce Stromberg as first Program Coordinator
July 1989
10 elders were trained as Peer Support Counselors, the first program.
April 28th – 1991-1992
Articles of incorporation signed. 501(c)3 Non-Profit status was obtained. April tax exempt status was received.
January 1993
Elder Network sets up offices at Assisi Heights.
January 2002
Caregiver Respite program added.
January 2007
Two Year Faith in Action Grant added Friendly Visitor, Chore/Transportation/Adopt a Grandparent.
January 2008
Caregiver Respite Companion program created.
January 2008-2009
Tough days with the Great Recession.
January 2010
Elder Network adds fee for service to ensure sustainability in the wake of the Great Recession.
April 20, 2013
Elder Network celebrates 25th Anniversary with a celebration at the Spring Fever Gala-Come Grow with Us!
July / November 2014
Senior Advocate program is added, 2 part-time staff hired. Remodeling done to increase space for growing staff.
January 2019
Elder Network adds new office space to add 3 new offices, storage and small consultation space.
January 2020
Non-Medical Transportation added.
COVID-19 changes how we conduct business, but we persisted!
January 2021-2023
Technology Assistance Program and PEARLS depression coaching programs added.
