Elderly Services

Two friends enjoy a chat at SOME's Dwelling Place Senior Center.

A critical part of SOME's mission is to provide direct services to the most needy and most vulnerable of Washington, DC. The elderly poor are among those that SOME strives to help.

Volunteers serve homebound District seniors through our Caregivers Program by visiting them, doing light housekeeping and errands, and providing telephone companionship.

SOME's Senior Summer Camp provides a relaxing week-long retreat in West Virginia for low-income seniors who are not able to afford a vacation.

Participants at SOME's Dwelling Place Senior Center enjoy daily hot meals, transportation, activities and field trips.

The most vulnerable of seniors, those who have been physically or financially mistreated or neglected, are provided shelter and care at SOME's Dwelling Place Shelter for Abused Elderly. Here, seniors find temporary housing and social services to help them regain their lives in a dignified and safe manner.

Part of the Senior Service Network Supported by the DC Office on Aging

SOME Receives Award for Outstanding Ethical Practices

SOME was awarded the 2007 NCBEA by the Society of Financial Service Professionals in recognition of its exceptional stewardship and ethical practices.

You can designate SOME through the United Way (#8189) or the Combined Federal Campaign (#74405)

Save a Life This Summer. If you know or see someone suffering from the heat, call the DC hyperthermia hotline at 1-800-535-7252.

SOME is looking for volunteers to help at SOME Place for Kids and to Provide-A-Meal in our Dining Room for the Homeless

Join SOME's Advocacy Network. Partner with us in supporting policies that will serve the needs of homeless and other poor people.