United Way of Central Indiana grant supports basic needs for older Hoosiers

CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions has received a multi-year grant of $250,000 per year for the next three years from the United Way of Central Indiana (UWCI) Basic Needs Fund.

UWCI established the Basic Needs Fund to help stabilize households in crisis, maintain services for the most vulnerable neighbors, and provide supports to ensure longer term stability. This Basic Needs Fund supports services that have an impact on safe and affordable housing, healthy food access, transportation and health services. CICOA meets these basic needs for clients by:

• keeping seniors living safely and independently in place through the Home Safety & Accessibility program,
• providing access to healthy food and nutrition supports through Meals & More programs, and
• providing access to transportation services through Way2Go.

“We are honored and grateful for United Way’s continued trust and investment in CICOA to ensure that seniors and people with disabilities can live with the greatest possible independence, dignity and quality of life,” said Tauhric Brown, president and CEO of CICOA.

CICOA is one of 72 United Way-accredited agencies to receive funding for services to meet the basic needs of Hoosiers and improve opportunities for families.

About United Way of Central Indiana

United Way of Central Indiana is a community of donors, advocates, volunteers, and partners who fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in every community. United Way invites all members of our community to LIVE UNITED by giving, advocating, and volunteering to improve lives in Central Indiana. Visit www.uwci.org to learn more.