On November 5, Jackson County Voters Will be Asked to Approve County Question #1 Establishing a Senior Service Fund
What's the Problem?
Jackson County is the ONLY county in the KC Metro with NO dedicated public funding to support seniors.
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A "YES" VOTE on Question #1 creates a Senior Services Fund at a cost of less than $20 per year for the average household—small change to support our seniors.
The Jackson County Senior Services Fund Will:
Keep Funds Local
All funding will stay in Jackson County, directly benefiting our seniors.
Ensure Clear Oversight
An independent board will guarantee transparency and accountability.
Provide Essential Services
Home-delivered meals, transportation, and caregiver support for older residents.
What is a Senior Service Fund?
A Senior Services Fund establishes a Missouri-approved program to support older residents.
The fund is financed through a small property tax—five cents per $100 of assessed value on both real estate and personal property. Similar to the 55 other counties in Missouri that have adopted this initiative, the Jackson County Senior Services Fund would be managed by an independent citizen board. This separate fund would support local aging agencies and programs that help older adults live independently in their homes longer.
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VOTE YES on November 5th on County Question #1
How Would a Senior Service Fund Help?
Generate $7M - $9M annually to support senior services.
Funds will support services enabling individuals to age in place.
• Home-delivered Meals
• Transportation
• Caregiver Support
• Home-safety Repair
• Senior Centers
• Social Activities
Stand Up for Seniors in Jackson County and VOTE YES on County Question #1!
VOTE YES on November 5th on County Question #1
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A "YES" VOTE on Question #1 creates a Senior Services Fund at a cost of less than $20 per year for the average household—small change to support our seniors.
Our Partners in Action
We are proud to collaborate with these initial committed partners in our mission to enhance health outcomes and quality of life for all seniors in Jackson County.
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AARP Missouri
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Access KC
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Acrux KC
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Ask Samie™
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Assisted Transportation
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Assured Healthcare
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CARE Patrol
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Clay County Senior Services
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Community Assistance Council
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Flossie Pack Center for Lifelong Learning
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Habitat for Humanity of KC
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HopeBuilders
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iMove PT
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Jewish Family Services KC
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KC Shepherd's Center
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Mattie Rhodes Center
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Menorah Heritage Foundation
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Metro Lutheran Ministry
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Missouri Association of Levy Boards
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Missouri Budget Project
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Missouri Council of Aging
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PACE KC
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Phoenix Family
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Saint Luke's Health System
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Sandwiched Family Caregivers of KC
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Shepherd's Center of Raytown
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Southland Progress
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Swope Health
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The Don Boscoe Centers
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Thrive Homes
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Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity
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Truman Heartland Community Foundation
For more information, please email info@seniors-count.com.
Paid for by Committee to Support Jackson County Seniors, Margaret Turner, Treasurer