DAS Department of Disability and Aging Services

DAS coordinates services for older adults, veterans, people with disabilities, and their families to maximize safety, health, and independence.

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Exciting news! We have officially changed our name from the Department of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS) to the Department of Disability and Aging Services (DAS). This change reflects our continued commitment to serving the disability community in addition to older adults.

Higher Learning courses for older adults begin in January 2020. Seventeen college-level classes will be hosted by community and senior centers in partnership with HSA.

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San Francisco launches innovative ageism awareness campaign: We’re one of the first American cities to disrupt negative stereotypes of older adults and connect those residents with supportive services.

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Access + Empowerment

Find resources to make sure you receive the benefits and services you are entitled to.

Includes:

DAS Benefits and Resources Hub County Veterans Service Office

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Care + Support

Find in-home care and other support for seniors, people with disabilities, and others in need.

Includes:

In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

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Connection + Community

Stay connected to your community through technology, transportation, and programs to prevent isolation.

Includes:

Adult Learning and Activities at Community and Senior Centers SF Connected

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Protection + Safety

Access protective services for adults, seniors, and children that encourage family stability and safety.

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Health + Food

Find access to food, health insurance, and other benefits of living a healthy life.

Includes:

CalFresh Medi-Cal

The Dignity Fund

The Dignity Fund guarantees funding to enhance supportive services to help older adults and adults with disabilities age with dignity in their own homes and communities.

Dignity Fund Oversight and Advisory Committee

The Dignity Fund Oversight and Advisory Committee (OAC) advises the Department on administration of the Dignity Fund.

2018 Dignity Fund Community Needs Assessment

The Dignity Fund Community Needs Assessment (DFCNA) identifies strengths, service gaps, and unmet needs among San Francisco's older adults and adults with disabilities.

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Disability and Aging Services Commission

This Commission oversees our services related to older adults and adults with disabilities.

Advisory Council to the Disability and Aging Services Commission

Advises the Disability and Aging Services Commission on the needs of older adults and adults with disabilities.

The Long Term Care Coordinating Council (LTCCC)

LTCCC advises the Mayor and City on policy, planning, and service delivery issues to promote an integrated and accessible long-term care system.

Age & Disability Friendly SF Implementation Workgroup

This workgroup oversees the implementation of the Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan for making our city accessible and inclusive to all residents.

Older Adults and People with Disabilities: Plans and Reports

View our recent needs assessments, demographic analyses, program reports, and strategic plans.

Dignity Fund Services and Allocation Plan 2020-2023

This funding plan will serve as a guide to the Department of Aging and Adult Services in allocating the Dignity Fund money over the next four years.

2018 Dignity Fund Community Needs Assessment

The Dignity Fund Community Needs Assessment (DFCNA) identifies strengths, service gaps, and unmet needs among San Francisco's older adults and adults with disabilities.

Shireen McSpadden

Executive Director, Disability and Aging Services

Cindy Kauffman

Cindy Kauffman

Deputy Director of Community Services, Department of Disability and Aging Services

Jill Nielsen

Jill Nielsen

Deputy Director of Programs, Department of Disability and Aging Services

Contact

Phone

General Information: (415) 355-3555
TTY: (415) 355-6756

Information and Referral: (415) 355-6700 or (800) 510-2020

Visit our Contact Us page for information by program.

E-mail: DAAS@sfgov.org

Administrative Offices: 1650 Mission Street

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