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Commission on Aging asks Washington County for $300,000 to reduce wait lists for seniors
Summary
The Washington County Commission on Aging presented its FY2027 budget and requested a $300,000 (21%) county increase to stabilize services amid growing demand, citing more than 550 residents on wait lists and a projected $332,103 net‑asset draw for FY27.
The Washington County Commission on Aging asked the county commissioners for an additional $300,000 — a 21% increase — to help stabilize services for older residents and address long wait lists.
Ed Lowe, president of the Commission on Aging, told commissioners the agency is the federally mandated area agency on aging under the Older Americans Act and that county investment “ensures compliance with federal and state requirements and positions the county to maximize outside funding streams.” He said the agency currently has more than 550 Washington County residents waiting for services, including 315 awaiting an eligibility appointment and 140 waiting for Meals on…
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