Aging Impacts Us All
Whether you are facing a crisis with a parent or loved one, or in need of assistance in navigating the aging experience, the Council on Aging is here to help.
Learn about the free services we offer older adults and their families in your community. The Council on Aging – Southern California has been a trusted nonprofit organization since 1973. We provide unbiased information, programs, and services to more than 100,000 seniors and disabled adults annually across Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Inyo and Mono counties.
OUR PROGRAMS
UPCOMING EVENTS
REMARKABLE LIVES
Join us June 18, 2025, for the Remarkable Lives Speaker Series featuring Leigh Steinberg—legendary sports agent and philanthropist—sharing insights on leadership, legacy, and social impact.
AN EVENING OF COMEDY
Our largest fundraising event. A night filled with laughter, auctions, opportunity drawings, and special surprises.
SMILEMAKERS PROJECT
Participate in our holiday wrap event! Over a two week period we collect and wrap 6,500+ gifts to be delivered to older and disabled adults.
ACTIVITIES CALENDAR
View our community support group calendar for activities near you.
FROM OUR BLOG
Continuing a Career of Advocacy
Discover how Long-Term Care Ombudsmen support seniors, protect resident rights, and help families navigate nursing homes and assisted living.
Honoring Tradition and Renewal: Lunar New Year 2026 in OC
The Lunar New Year is just around the corner, and Orange County has a fantastic lineup of events to help you celebrate! There's something for everyone, from vibrant festivals to cultural parades and lantern displays. Here’s your guide to the top Lunar New Year activities happening in the community.
Valentine’s Day Card Drive for Long-Term Care Residents
Make a difference this Valentine’s Day! Join our Valentine’s Day Card Drive to bring joy and connection to isolated seniors in long-term care facilities. Together, we can reach our goal of creating and delivering 4,000 heartfelt Valentine’s cards—your support can help brighten their day and remind them they are loved!
Remarkable Lives: An Evening with Local Art Legends Mark Hilbert & Dee Challis Davy
Two figures deeply connected to Laguna Beach’s artistic identity come together for a rare public conversation on Feb. 4. Dee Challis Davy, longtime director of the Pageant of the Masters, joins Mark Hilbert, founder of the Hilbert Museum of California Art, for Remarkable Lives: The Art of Legacy at the Beckman Center in Irvine, moderated by Maria Hall-Brown from PBS SoCal..
COASC Expands Board with New Members
We’re excited to welcome four outstanding leaders to our Board of Directors at Council on Aging – Southern California! Their experience and passion will help us better serve and empower older adults throughout our region.