Serving Seniors Email Format
Philanthropic Fundraising ServicesCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees
Serving Seniors is a mid-sized nonprofit based in San Diego, California, delivering a wraparound model of support for older adults living in poverty. Founded in 1970, the organization combines meals, housing options, health and social services, and enrichment activities to help low-income and unhoused seniors thrive. It operates at numerous sites across San Diego County and reaches hundreds of homebound seniors in their homes. Its program portfolio encompasses nutritious meals, affordable senior housing, homeless outreach and transitional housing, social and supportive services, wellness activities, enrichment, and advocacy. In 2025, Paul Downey, the organization’s president and CEO, was honored with the Housing Champion Award at the Ruby Awards ceremony. Serving Seniors maintains a national and international reputation for its work with older adults experiencing poverty.