Advocacy Committee: Championing Change for Older Adults

The GROWS Advocacy Committee is dedicated to identifying and addressing key issues that impact older adults in Montgomery County. By working together, we strive to create meaningful change, support vital services, and ensure that our community remains a great place to age.

We meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 1 PM to discuss areas of interest to our members, share insights, and plan initiatives that highlight successes, challenges, and gaps in services for older adults. These meetings often feature guest speakers or discussions on pressing advocacy topics. Check the GROWS calendar each month for the Zoom link or meeting location.

Why Advocacy Matters

Aging adults face unique challenges—from accessing home and community-based services to ensuring healthcare equity and affordable long-term care. The GROWS Advocacy Committee works to address these issues, advocating for senior-friendly policies, improved caregiving resources, and stronger support networks for older adults and family caregivers in Montgomery County.

By joining this committee, you’ll have a direct impact on policies and programs that help older adults maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life as they age in place.

What We Do

Identify key issues affecting older adults and advocate for effective solutions.

  • Facilitate information-sharing between GROWS members and local organizations.
  • Represent GROWS on the Montgomery County Commission on Aging, ensuring our members' voices are heard.
  • Collaborate with decision-makers to influence positive change in senior services, housing, healthcare, and aging-in-place initiatives.
  • Report back to the GROWS Board and membership with updates and action items to keep our advocacy efforts strong.

Who Should Join?

We welcome senior care professionals, community leaders, caregivers, policy advocates, and anyone passionate about supporting older adults. Whether you have direct experience in senior services or simply want to make a difference, your voice matters!

Get Involved with GROWS– Your Voice Can Drive Change

If you believe in creating a more inclusive, accessible, and age-friendly Montgomery County, we encourage you to join the GROWS Advocacy Committee. This is your opportunity to be part of a collaborative network of professionals and advocates working to improve senior care services, home-based care support, and aging-in-place resources.

Take the first step today! Attend our next meeting and see firsthand how you can contribute to meaningful change.

Resources & Contacts

Montgomery County Commission on Aging