About Us
POSITIVE AGING CAN BE AGELESS
1973 began a legacy of caring and delivery excellence at JCA®. Today many older adults still need help to live independently and our mission remains intact – to help them thrive. We help seniors and their caregivers access providers and resources across the Beltway. We provide answers to many transportation, home care, housing and employement needs. And we design and run a wide range of programs to enhance their lives and lifestyles.
We strive to be responsive, forward-thinking and compassionate because our Jewish heritage and values guide our vision and our work.
We believe that positive aging can be ageless. We see it happen every day!
David Gamse
Executive Director
Who We Are
For 37 years, the Jewish Council for the Aging™ (JCA) has offered programs to help seniors thrive throughout the Greater Washington, D.C. metro area, including Montgomery and Prince George’s counties, Maryland; Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William counties, Virginia; and the cities of Alexandria, Falls Church and Fairfax.
Since 1973, Jewish elders and other seniors, family members, caregivers, lawmakers, donors and media representatives have recognized JCA as an essential aging services provider. We continually receive local and national awards for our leadership, service and vision.
We are guided by a talented pool of staff and volunteers under the direction of our Executive Director, David Gamse, who has led JCA since 1990. David and our Board of Directors ensure that we are compassionate, forward-thinking and cost-effective with our programs and operations.
Generous individuals, The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington, the Combined Federal Campaign, The United Way, the Maryland state campaign, public and private grants and contracts support our staff and services.
What We Offer
We help seniors make informed decisions, reach essential destinations, socialize with family and friends and improve their well-being. Our core services include:
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