Welcome to the Dutchess County Association for Senior Citizens

Founded in 1956, DCASC, The Senior Organization, is a 501(c)3, not-for-profit, United Way organization. We strive to provide quality programming and opportunities for seniors in and around Dutchess County, New York. Currently, we offer an array of programs, including; Daybreak Adult Day Care Centers in Poughkeepsie and Wappingers Falls, RSVP (Retired & Senior Volunteer Program), Volunteers In Transition, Project Care, Between Friends, Learning Through Others, The Sincerely Yours Intergenerational Pen Pals, Travel Club and Senior Social Centers in Poughkeepsie, Pleasant Valley/ LaGrange and Rhinebeck, and we are seeking to expand our Transportation Services.


DCASC Mission Statement:
"The Dutchess County Association for Senior Citizens is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those aged 50 and older in and around Dutchess County. It addresses their physical, social and emotional needs through educational, recreational and task assistance programs, transportation, volunteer opportunities and aid to their family and other supporters.  DCASC seeks to promote both the independence of seniors and their integration in the community in order to diminish isolation and to use their talents to improve society. The Association serves further to provide useful information to and about this population and to advocate for their crucial role in a widely rewarding and productive community life."

Our motto is: "Nobody can do everything, but everyone can do something to help make a better place for all."

• Stay Active: Join us for a trip, game of cards, arts and crafts, lunch…
• Stay Smart: Join us for a lecture, painting or ceramic class, art class, discussion group…
• Stay Connected: Volunteer to help others, meet new friends…

Meet Yankee Great Johnny Blanchard!

Fri., Sept. 26, 2008 Holiday Inn Fishkill

Keynote Speaker NY Yankee Outfielder Johnny Blanchard

Tickets includes open bar, gourmet buffet, autograph of Johnny, music, dancing, and more... read more

For tickets, please call (845) 473-1265.