MIP Score

70

Civil Rights

Elder Rights Advocacy

Center for the Advocacy for the Rights & Interests of the Elderly

Civil Rights

Elder Rights Advocacy

1650 Arch St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103View all Philadelphia charities

EIN: 23-2075900

Total Assets: $639.9 thousand

Founding year not available

Mission

CARIE, the Center for Advocacy for the Rights and Interests of the Elderly, has been dedicated to improving the lives of older adults since 1977. The organization provides direct assistance to elders and their caregivers, including advocacy and educational resources, to ensure access to quality care and protection against abuse.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

1650 Arch St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103

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Founded in

N/A

EIN

23-2075900

Total Assets

$639.9 thousand

Mission

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

1650 Arch St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103

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Founded in

Not Reported

EIN

23-2075900

Total Assets

$639.9 thousand

UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported

This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.

Showing 3 of 4 goals

Goal 3

Good Health

Goal 4

Quality Education

Goal 10

Reduced Inequalities

Goal 3

Good Health

Goal 4

Quality Education

Goal 10

Reduced Inequalities

Goal 16

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

At a Glance

Policy Advocacy

Involved in developing state and national policies that affect older adults.

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Provides advocacy for seniors in long-term care facilities.

Volunteer Opportunities

Join us to help make a difference in elders' lives.

Impact Stats

2022

Study Completion Year

Statewide Study of Guardianship Practices

Commissioned a comprehensive study evaluating guardianship practices amongst older adults in Pennsylvania.

1 of 89

Selected Interventions

Competence with Compassion Training

Recognized by the World Health Organization for CARIE's Elder Abuse Prevention Training.

Multiple

Reports Issued

Advocacy During COVID-19

Led coalitions for elder advocacy during the COVID-19 crisis, producing several impactful reports.

Past Events

Policy Forum on Aging

2023-10-15

Community forum discussing policy issues affecting older adults.

Volunteer Training Day

2023-09-10

Training session for volunteers involved in the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program.

45th Anniversary Celebration

2022-05-20

Celebration of CARIE's 45th anniversary highlighting its history and achievements.

Upcoming Events

Elder Abuse Prevention Training

2024-12-15

Training for staff on recognizing and preventing elder abuse.

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2024 Annual Gala

2024-11-10

Join us for our annual fundraising gala supporting our programs.

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Our Programs

CARIE LINE

Provides information and assistance on elder care services.

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Senior Medicare Patrol

Helps seniors prevent Medicare fraud.

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Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

Advocates for residents of long-term care facilities.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer Ombudsman

Assist in advocacy for long-term care residents.

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Policy Advocacy Volunteer

Help with research and advocacy efforts.

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Testimonials

"The staff at CARIE took the time to explain everything to me so I would understand. They are caring and helpful in ways that other agencies are not."

Mrs. Walker

Beneficiary