Aging in Our Community A Message from Estella Searcy, Board President
As we turn the calendar to a new year, it’s a time for reflection and renewal — a moment to honor the journey behind us while looking ahead with optimism for the path forward. On behalf of the Board of Directors at Pima Council on Aging (PCOA), I want to thank each of you — our staff, volunteers, donors, partners, and community members — for the steadfast support you’ve shown throughout 2024. This last year has been one of growth and accomplishment, even as we’ve navigated significant transitions. At the heart of this transition is the retirement of our long-serving and dedicated President and CEO, W. Mark Clark. For more than a decade, Mark has championed the mission of PCOA with unwavering passion and visionary leadership. Under his stewardship, PCOA expanded critical services, advocated effectively on behalf of older adults, and strengthened our connections with the community. His contributions have left an indelible mark on our organization and the lives of countless individuals. I want to take this opportunity to once again thank Mark for his extraordinary leadership. The Board is profoundly grateful for his years of service and the legacy he leaves behind. As we look ahead, we are confident that PCOA’s next leader will continue
to build upon the strong foundation Mark has laid, guiding the organization with the same values of compassion, collaboration, and excellence. Their leadership will help us continue to meet the evolving needs of older adults and their families in our community. While transitions can bring challenges, they also bring opportunity. We are excited about the possibilities ahead and remain steadfast in our commitment to ensuring that this leadership change strengthens PCOA’s impact for years to come. As we begin 2025, one thing remains constant: our unwavering commitment to serving older adults and their families in Pima County. The programs and services you rely on — from caregiving support to home repairs, Medicare guidance to Healthy Living programs — will continue to be delivered with the same level of excellence and care you’ve come to expect. The strength of PCOA lies not only in its leadership but also in its people. From our dedicated staff to our incredible volunteers and supportive community partners, it is this collective effort that enables us to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. As we look to the year ahead, I want to express my deepest gratitude, and that
of the entire Board, to each of you for your trust in PCOA and for your role in helping us fulfill our mission. Whether you’ve given your time, your resources, or your voice to support older adults in our community, your contributions matter. You are an essential part of this organization’s success and its future. This is an exciting time for PCOA. Change brings with it the promise of new beginnings, and I am confident that together, we will continue to grow and thrive. The Board of Directors remains committed to supporting our new CEO, our staff, and our community to ensure that PCOA remains a beacon of hope, help, and advocacy for older adults in our community. Thank you for your continued support. Here’s to a year of growth, opportunity, and new possibilities. Warm regards, Estella Searcy Board President, Pima Council on Aging
“Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end.”
– Seneca
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