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Seniors First, the Shenandoah Area Agency on Aging, Earns a Four-Star Rating From Charity Navigator
Seniors First proudly announces that its strong financial health, accountability, and transparency have earned it a prestigious Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator. This top rating designates Seniors First, the Shenandoah Area Agency on Aging, as an official “Give with Confidence” charity. It indicates that the organization is using its donations effectively according to Charity Navigator’s rigorous criteria.
Charity Navigator is America’s largest and most-utilized independent charity evaluator. Since 2001, it has been an unbiased and trusted source of information for over 11 million donors annually. The organization evaluates nonprofit performance based on four key indicators, or beacons: Impact & Results, Accountability & Finance, Culture & Community, and Leadership & Adaptability.
“We are delighted to provide Seniors First, The Shenandoah Area Agency on Aging, with third-party accreditation that validates their operational excellence,” said Michael Thatcher, President and CEO of Charity Navigator. “The Four-Star Rating is the highest possible rating an organization can achieve. We are eager to see the good work that Seniors First is able to accomplish in the years ahead.”
Seniors First Executive Director Jimmy Roberts expressed his excitement about the rating, saying, “Our Four-Star Charity Navigator rating is further validation that our supporters can trust our commitment to good governance and financial health. We hope that it will introduce our work to new supporters who can help us advance our mission to foster the dignity, independence, and security of older adults, persons with disabilities, and their caregivers. By providing a variety of high-quality services and opportunities, we promote their continued contributions to the community while allowing them to live at home for as long as safely possible.”
Plans for the Future
Seniors First is dedicated to expanding its services and outreach in the coming year. The organization plans to enhance its meal delivery programs, increase caregiver support, and offer more community-based activities for seniors. These initiatives are aimed at improving the quality of life for older adults and individuals with disabilities in the Shenandoah area.
Learn More
Seniors First’s Four-Star rating and additional information about charitable giving can be found for free on Charity Navigator’s website. To learn more about Seniors First and its services, please visit Seniors First.
