Our first decade of service set the foundation for who we are today. A basic array of core services was created and established in accordance with the requirements of the federal Older Americans Act.  Senior Centers, Nutrition Services, Homemaker Services, Information and Referral, Case Management, and Senior Transportation began and later became known as the core of a "continuum of service."

If the early steps were small, they were not tentative.  Commitment to this important mission grew among the Board of Directors and staff, and it was not long before it extended outside of the Agency into the community.  We placed new emphasis on volunteerism, and service capabilities leaped forward. Numerous programs and initiatives were attempted with some having profound impact.  Names of such programs as Blizzard Boxes, Meals on Wheels, SAFE Home, Pet-Vet, Elder SHIELD, and Tax Aide became well known and widely supported by groups and volunteers.  Later, we assumed the sponsorship of the well-established Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) and created the Volunteer Center of Clearfield County.

Our energies were devoted to seeking new ways of responding to identified needs.  A significant number of competitive and demonstration grants were pursued and obtained from state and federal sources, as well as local and national foundations.

This growth demanded improved facilities from which quality service could continue to be provided.  Funding was directed toward the building of new senior and community centers in DuBois and Clearfield.  Our new corporate office complex was constructed in conjunction with the Clearfield Senior Center creating a modern 10,000 square foot facility in the easily accessible downtown. In only five years, an additional 1400 square feet were built to accommodate the continued growth in our programs.  Other senior centers have been upgraded with renovation, new construction, or by moving to larger spaces. 

The Agency began to be recognized outside of its geographic bounds. Staff were increasingly stepping forward in state and national organizations and efforts as were members of our Board of Directors.

Toward the end of our first 15 years in 1992, we consciously chose to look for less dependence on governmental support and build upon our positive image as a charitable organization.  We created a Director of Development position and formed the Mature Resources Foundation to raise and hold funds for special and future program needs.  More recently our Auxiliary, "The Friends of the Area Agency on Aging," was created to enhance our visibility and to provide an army of committed and dedicated service-minded volunteers.