Non-Profit Organizations
PACE - Center for Elders’ Independence
The Center for Elders’ Independence offers the PACE program, which provides comprehensive and personalized healthcare for seniors. This program includes various services like medical care, therapy, social engagement, transportation, and daily living support, all aimed at helping seniors live independently and thrive in their communities.
- Sheryl Morasco
- smorasco@cei.elders.org
- 510-452-8827
Mobility Matters
Mobility Matters is a nonprofit that provides free door-through-door transportation to seniors and veterans who need escorted rides with compassionate volunteer drivers in Contra Costa County. Our goal is to give seniors and veterans the ability and dignity to age in place with transportation and referral resources.
- David Benet
- david@mobilitymatterscc.com
- 925-284-2215
Front Porch Music
Front Porch Music is a 501-c-3 nonprofit organization based in Lafayette, California, dedicated to supporting adult musicians and emerging artists through open mic nights, public performances, workshops, while enriching the community’s cultural fabric.
- Andree Hurst
- andree@frontporchmusic.org
- 510-616-8512
Early Alert Canines (EAC)
Early Alert Canines (EAC) trains and provides Medical Alert Service Dogs for individuals managing life-threatening blood sugar fluctuations due to insulin-dependent diabetes. Diabetic Alert Dogs are trained to detect dangerous changes in blood sugar levels. More than companions, EAC dogs are heroes, helping individuals regain independence, safety, and peace of mind.
- Alysia Santos
- asantos@earlyalertcanines.org
- (925) 349-5190
Mount Diablo Music Therapy
Mount Diablo Music Therapy utilizes music to foster relationships, resilience, and recovery through personalized group and individual sessions. Their services focus on enhancing cognitive functions, physical strength, and reducing social isolation using various musical activities.
- Claire Baffico, MA, MT-BC
- claire@mountdiablomusictherapy.com
- 925-232-1492