Clare L. Martin named new Executive Director for Vermilion Council on Aging

Clare L. Martin of Maurice has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Vermilion Council on Aging (VCOA).
Martin brings years of experience working with elder populations and nonprofit management. As part of her vision for the VCOA, Martin says she would like to become “embedded” within the communities of Vermilion Parish to increase outreach to senior citizens. 
According to Martin, she is committed to “reaching deep so that senior citizens and their families can take full advantage of the services and programs such as home-delivered meals, social group (congregate) meals, wellness and recreation activities, homemaker services, and respite/sitter services that the VCOA offers.”  
Martin calls Vermilion Parish home. She aims to meet community leaders, business owners, and individuals who can help the nonprofit organization broaden its impact on seniors through sponsorships, donations, and volunteerism. 
“I hope to engage the people who are shaping our communities to bring awareness to the needs of our elderly population. I hope to grow support for the vital services and programs of Vermilion Council on Aging that can improve the quality of life for our elderly residents,” Martin said. “I’d also like to thank the dedicated staff of VCOA for their hard work and endeavors to serve the elderly of Vermilion Parish. They have done a tremendous job and deserve great appreciation,” Martin further noted.
The Mission of the Vermilion Council on Aging is to help the elderly of Vermilion Parish maintain their independence and dignity in their homes and grow old comfortably and gracefully. The emphasis is on reaching those who are isolated, alone, and in need.
For more information or opportunities to support the Mission of VCOA, contact Clare Martin at (337)893-2563 or vocadirector@gmail.com. VCOA’s offices are located at 1928 Graceland Avenue in Abbeville, LA, and office hours are 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday.  
The Vermilion Council on Aging is a 501 ( c ) 3 nonprofit. Donations are 100% tax-deductible.