The mission of the Department of Aging and Community Living (DACL) is to advocate, plan, implement, and monitor programs in health, education, and social services that promote longevity, independence, dignity, and choice for older District residents (age 60 plus), people with disabilities (age18 to 59), and their caregivers.

Summary of Services

DACL provides consumer information, assistance, and outreach for District seniors, people with disabilities, and caregivers so that they can be better informed about aging issues, improve their quality of life, and maintain their independence. The agency also offers home health, adult day care, nutrition, case management, residential facilities, elder rights assistance, health promotion, wellness, counseling, legal, recreation, transportation, and caregiver services and supports to facilitate aging in place.