Stand Up For Seniors

About

Stand Up for Seniors a.k.a. The VAC is a non-profit organization established in 2000 by volunteers who raise money and awareness for the needs of low-income seniors and senior veterans in Cherokee County.Our MissionStand Up For Seniors, in partnership with the community, strives to address the basic financial and emotional needs of seniors to ensure safety, security, and well-being.Our VisionSpotlighting and providing for senior needs.HistoryFounded in 2000, the Volunteer Aging Council (VAC) works hand in hand with Cherokee County Senior Services to identify those senior citizens and aging veterans in need. The VAC is now Stand Up For Seniors.How we HelpDonations have allowed Stand Up For Seniors to sponsor other programs such as the “Last Stop”. This program offers limited financial assistance to seniors and elderly veterans when other options are not available. Stand Up For Seniors will pay the bills directly for rent, utilities, pharmaceuticals, and temporary housing due to homelessness.In addition, we have safety programs for purchasing extension grabbers, shower chairs, and installing enhanced safety features such as ramps and bathtub/shower grab bars.