About
In 1973, then Councilman Anthony Sinagra presented a proposal to the Lakewood City Council which suggested that a new city department be established solely to help older Lakewood residents with the unique concerns and problems. On October 1, 1973, the Lakewood Office on Aging began.
The Commission on Aging was originally incorporated as a not for profit corporation in 1978. The Department of Human Services was formally founded in 1992.
In 1995, the Assistant Directors of Early Childhood, Youth and Health presented a plan to the Board of Trustees for the expansion of the Commission of Aging. On May 20, 1997, the Commission on Aging Board of Trustees became The Lakewood Foundation. The new Board of Trustees concerned themselves now with programs and activities that enhance the lives of the entire population of the City of Lakewood, regardless of age.
Groups
The Foundation has helped several groups with the City of Lakewood with fundraising efforts. These groups include: